Rail Welding – Aluminothermic

Description

This is a general course that gives participants the skills and knowledge required to weld rail using the aluminothermic welding process in accordance with safeworking and regulatory requirements and workplace procedures.

It is designed for persons who wish to pursue work in the following Roles as per the Rail Industry Worker (RIW) National Track and Civil Matrix:

• Rail Welder (Aluminothermic) – National
• Rail Grinder – Rail Only – National

The units delivered are:

• TLIW0006 Heat and cut materials using oxy-lpg equipment for the rail industry
• TLIW3015 Weld rail using aluminothermic welding process
• TLIW0004 Grind rails

Operators of mechanised equipment must have undertaken training and, where appropriate, hold the relevant licence, permit or certificate and be recognised as competent for the class of machinery being used.

Cost:

For current pricing, please access the Course Information flyer using the tab above.

Duration:

Initial training and theory assessment: Four consecutive days, 8.00 am – 4.00 pm, in a classroom and non-live rail environment.

Workplace-based training and mentoring: Approximately 6-9 months.

Final competency assessment: On completion of the on-job component, participants must attend a one-day competency assessment at Go-Train.

Work Placement requirements:

This course requires participants to:

• receive workplace-based training in the job role from an experienced and qualified workplace mentor, while working in the rail corridor.
• have the mentor record the participant’s progress in an On-Job Logbook.

Entry Requirements:

This course may not be suitable for everyone. Students are required to:

• be at least 18 years old at date of enrolment,
• already hold the following units of competency or their equivalent:
  • Safely access the rail corridor TLIF0020
  • Maintain and use hand tools TLIB0012
  • Shift materials safely using manual handling methods TLID0020
  • Participate in basic workplace communications TLIE1003
  • Follow work health and safety procedures TLIF0025
  • Apply fatigue management strategies TLIF2010
  • Apply track fundamentals TLIB2085
  • Apply environmental procedures to rail infrastructure TLIU2008
  • Operate minor mechanical equipment TLIB2092
  • Carry out rail installation TLIS2044
  • Install and repair rail fastening systems TLIS2034
• have suitable employment to facilitate completion of the work experience component,
• have an experienced and qualified workplace supervisor who can mentor the participant through the work experience and Logbook requirements.

Please download the Course Information to check the full list of entry requirements.

NOTE: Enrolment will only be confirmed once Go-Train have verified an applicant’s suitability for the course.

Award Received:

If a participant successfully completes all training and assessment requirements of this course, they will receive:

• Statement of Attainment – On successful completion, participants will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the units of competency.
• Certificate of Achievement – Listing the appropriate welding competency.
• Rail Industry Work (RIW) Card – On completion of the course, Go-Train will update participant’s RIW profile with the achieved certification. Please refer to the RIW website or contact us for further information.

For further details about the course, click the Course Information tab above.

Currency requirements:

Due to the safety critical nature of the Rail Welding job role, Rail Operators require holders of the Aluminothermic Rail Welding certification to have their qualification re-certified within specific periods, which are defined in the Network Operator Matrices on the RIW website.

Please call us on 1300 698 158, to discuss the requirements for Aluminothermic Welding re-certification.