The Certificate IV covers occupations such as supervisors in cotton ginning operations. It allows for a multi-skilled outcome and provides a basis for career progression.
This qualification is typically used to develop skill and knowledge in the application of specialised technical and supervisory skills within cotton ginning enterprises.
Subjects
To be awarded the Certificate IV in Cotton Ginning, competency must be achieved in twenty-seven (27) units of competency.
Eighteen (18) core units of competency
Nine (9) elective units of competency as specified below.
If Certificate III has been achieved, an additional five (5) units are required according to the rules described. Units that have been credited towards lower level qualifications must not be selected in the additional five (5) unit requirement.
Note: Where prerequisite units apply, these have been noted, and must be considered in the total number of units.
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
ELECTIVE UNITS
Select nine (9) units as specified below.
A minimum of five (5) units must be selected from Group A
A maximum of four (4) units may be selected from Group B
NOTE: Competitive Manufacturing Training Package units, identified in Group A as MSACM coded units, should be selected on the basis of work requirements. Those at Certificate II level (units in the 200 series) are appropriate for operators. MSACM units for those in Certificate III level positions such as team leaders should be selected from both the 200 series and the 400 series.
Other Cotton Ginning units that are available at Certificates IV (maximum 4) or V (maximum 1)
Other TCF Training Package units that are available at Certificates III (maximum 1), IV (maximum 4) and V (maximum 1)
Units from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses at Certificates III (maximum 1), IV (maximum 4) and V (maximum 1)
Pathways...
Pathways into the qualification
Direct entry into this qualification requires completion of a total of twenty-seven (27) units according to the rules described below.
Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed LMT30307 Certificate III in Cotton Ginning or achieved equivalent industry experience.
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification include MSA51108 Diploma of Competitive Manufacturing or other relevant manufacturing or management qualifications.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Licensing Information
There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, some units in this qualification may have licensing or regulatory requirements in some environments. Local regulations should be checked for details.
Employability Skills
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
Employability Skills Summary - Certificate IV in Cotton Ginning
The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills as identified by the Cotton Ginning industries for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that reflect skill requirements for this level.
Employability Skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication
understand personal requirements of relevant industry and workplace standards, regulations and policies
complete standard documentation
use communication technologies efficiently
communicate technical issues and procedures about cotton ginning
communicate to others ginning operational requirements
ensure ginning records are accurate and legible
establish effective working relationships with colleagues
undertake interactive workplace communication
demonstrate effective and appropriate communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with people from a range of backgrounds
develop and communicate work instructions, specifications and procedures for production
Teamwork
explain and implement work team reporting requirements
monitor work team tasks in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements
provide leadership and encourage others in working cooperatively with people of different ages, gender, race or religion
undertake appropriate and effective communication with team members
participate in sustainability improvements
liaise with and provide support to other team members
keep team members informed of changes to work practices
identify team performance required to meet customer needs
provide leadership to others in the team
encourage the sharing of information between team members
plan and support team activities
Problem-solving
identify risks and implement risk control measures for machinery and equipment
identify and act on environmental hazards
identify and address machinery problems and faults
check performance of machinery
assess and evaluate skills requirements of self and others to perform tasks
deal with and promptly resolve issues
conduct tests, analyse results and use other problem solving techniques to determine ginning requirements
manage cotton ginning technical processes and provide problem solving support to team members
implement changes to ginning procedures when required
examine tools and machinery for damage, missing components or other defects
analyse relevant workplace data to identify hazards, assess risks and evaluate the effectiveness of risk control measures
Initiative and enterprise
seek and provide feedback on cotton ginning processes and procedures
collect and monitor information from a variety of sources including customers, suppliers, technical resources and regulatory authorities
identify non-conformances to standards and take appropriate action
identify potential areas for improvement to environmental performance
rectify problems promptly and appropriately
monitor and adjust activity in response to variations caused by differences in raw cotton, equipment condition and customer requirements
identify and address existing and potential risks
monitor information and records to identify trends that may require remedial action
develop and promote continuous improvement
gather and analyse information on machinery or ginning process problems
record information on the quality and other indicators of ginning performance
adjust and implement production schedules changes
Planning and organising
monitor quality outcomes
allocate tasks to operators
implement contingency plan promptly when incidents occur
identify training needs for the work team and seek training support
monitor equipment condition and performance
identify hazards and implement appropriate hazard control measures
organise self and others to meet production schedules
identify and rectify parts and other shortages in advance
sequence work to maximise safety and productivity
select and use appropriate hand and power tools
identify labour requirements to achieve efficient ginning and perform required services
determine materials, chemicals, quality and ginning production requirements
apply time management skills to ensure flow of modules to gin according to ginning schedule
Self-management
monitor information in work area
monitor and keep work areas clean and tidy at all times
conduct regular housekeeping activities during shift
locate, interpret and apply relevant OHS, ginning process and equipment information
monitor own work against quality standards
understand own work activities and responsibilities
identify and apply safety procedures, including the use of protective equipment
manage work load priorities
interpret and apply relevant acts and regulations
develop and implement workplace procedures and instructions
establish own work schedule
monitor use of resources
accept responsibility for quality of work
Learning
recognise limits of own expertise
assess competencies in meeting job requirements
ask questions to expand own knowledge
identify own training needs and seek skill development if required
listen to feedback from others
identify sources of information to expand knowledge and understanding
learn about sustainability developments relating to work practice
identify and address skill development needs of others in the team
Technology
use software applications effectively
properly start up, operate and shut down control equipment
work with technology safely and according to workplace standards
establish standard operating procedures
carry out pre-operational checks on equipment and machines
operate ginning equipment and other machines safely, efficiently and to productivity requirements
monitor and adjust machine functions according to manufacturer's instructions and ginning requirements