Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
The Certificate IV in Fire Technology caters for those wishing to gain employment as technicians or middle-level managers in a fire protection, fire technology or essential services role in facilities maintenance/management. This course is the first year of the diploma course - refer to Diploma of Fire Technology for further details.
Course Structure:
In order to receive this qualification, students must successfully complete all core units of competency and three electives. Students who are currently employed should select electives in accordance with the requirements of their industry.
Units of Study:
VBN539 Read, interpret and prepare engineering drawings using Auto CAD VBN541 Assess the impact of fire on material performance VBN542 Assess fire loads VBN543 Research factors associated with combustion VBN545 Assess building structures and materials VBN551 Examine human behaviour in fire incidents PMCSUP280A Manage conflict at work PUAOHS001A Follow defined occupational health and safety policies and procedures ICAITU006C Operate computing packages VBN986A Work within a legal and ethical framework within the public safety industry BSBCMN416A Identify and apply risk management process PUAFIR403A Assess building plans VBN547 Research fire protection system BSBFLM303A Contribute to effective workplace relationships* PUACOM001B Communicate in the workplace * undertaken in the workplace Electives Electives for this course after discussion with industry representatives are recommended as: BSBFLM312A Contribute to team effectiveness TDTD397C Handle dangerous goods/hazardous substances (The above units considered as one elective) or BSBCMNA420A Write complex documents PUAWER001A Identify, prevent and report potential workplace emergency situations PUAWER004A Respond to workplace emergencies PUAWER005A Operate as part of an emergency control organisation PUAWER006A Lead an emergency control organisation (The above 4 units are considered as one elective) If these units are not suitable, please contact us for possible options.
VBN539 Read, interpret and prepare engineering drawings using Auto CAD
VBN541 Assess the impact of fire on material performance
VBN542 Assess fire loads
VBN551 Examine human behaviour in fire incidents
PMCSUP280A Manage conflict at work
PUAOHS001A Follow defined occupational health and safety policies and procedures
ICAITU006C Operate computing packages
VBN986A Work within a legal and ethical framework within the public safety industry
BSBCMN416A Identify and apply risk management process
PUAFIR403A Assess building plans
VBN547 Research fire protection system
BSBFLM303A Contribute to effective workplace relationships*
BSBFLM312A Contribute to team effectiveness
or
BSBCMNA420A Write complex documents
If these units are not suitable, please contact us for possible options.
Career Opportunities:
Graduates would be expected to provide assistance to practitioners in fire protection, fire safety, insurance and fire systems design.
Entry Requirements:
Applicants should be able to demonstrate the following competencies: Reading and writing at a level that displays emerging technical knowledge and vocabulary, a developing personal style, increasing complexity in language use and a growing capacity to structure longer pieces of work. Ability to participate in extended learning exchanges and exploratory discussions to solve problems. Ability to use and analyse everyday data, relation and pattern, number, measurement and shape. Ability to undestand chemistry behind fire behaviour and materiols effected by fire. Applicants unable to demonstrate these competencies may be required to undertake preliminary bridging courses or complete supplementary learning materials. Mature-age applicants, particularly those with experience in the industry, will be considered favourably. Students who have already successfully completed relevant studies may be eligible for exemptions in some modules.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Pathways (articulation):
An advanced credit transfer system, known as the Pathways program, is in place at Swinburne. Through Pathways, students with one or more of a wide range of post-secondary qualifications (both local and international) can gain entry into a course with advanced standing. Certain subject requirements must be met and an acceptable standard of results achieved in order to gain admission and for maximum credit to be granted. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Further details for students considering TAFE courses can be found on the RPL website.
Course Fees:
TAFE course fees are set by the government, and from 1 January 2008 the fees payable by students enrolled in the TAFE division may be made up of the following: Tuition fee ($1.37 per student contact hour) Amenities fee Materials charges (where applicable) Ancillary fee (where applicable) Concession fees apply for health care card holders. For full details on TAFE fees, visit the student fees website.
TAFE course fees are set by the government, and from 1 January 2008 the fees payable by students enrolled in the TAFE division may be made up of the following:
Concession fees apply for health care card holders.
For full details on TAFE fees, visit the student fees website.
Application Procedure:
Applications for full-time places must be made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). VTAC code: 77631 For further information, visit the VTAC website at: http://www.vtac.edu.au Applicants, who wish to study part-time, should obtain an application form by contacting the Department of Public Safety & Sciences on (03) 9214 5161 or emailing tafepubsafety@swinburne.edu.au
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 368 777 Email: study@swinburne.edu.au TAFE School of Arts, Hospitality & Sciences website
