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Certificate III in Explosive Ordnance Manufacture
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DEF30220
Your expertise in the precision-driven world of explosive ordnance manufacture is built on rigorous safety standards and technical mastery. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to provide a pathway that recognises this specialised experience. Register your interest to be notified as soon as this qualification becomes available for assessment.
About This Qualification
This qualification allows for the attainment of competencies in explosive ordnance manufacture. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Qualification Code
DEF30220
Training Package
DEF — Defence Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate III
Total Units
16 (2 core + 14 elective)
Entry Requirements
Nil
National Register
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Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Ordnance Manufacturing Technician | Operating specialised machinery to safely produce and assemble explosive components within a defence context. |
| Munitions Maintenance Worker | Conducting routine inspections, assembly, and maintenance on stored or active ordnance. |
| Defence Production Assistant | Supporting the manufacturing process and material movement within secure ordnance facilities. |
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
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What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓Defence service records or discharge papers
- ✓Detailed position descriptions from manufacturing facilities
- ✓Employment contracts or performance reviews
Safety & Compliance
- ✓Explosive ordnance safety certifications
- ✓Risk assessment and management reports
- ✓Workplace health and safety (WHS) incident logs
Technical Documentation
- ✓Production batch records and assembly logs
- ✓Quality control inspection reports
- ✓Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) you have followed
Logistics & Handling
- ✓Manual handling training records
- ✓Material movement and tracking documentation
- ✓Inventory management and storage logs
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Related Qualifications
Other qualifications in the Defence Training Package.
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