Certificate II in Opal Cutting and Polishing
Not Applicable
Subjects
To obtain a Certificate II in Opal Cutting and polishing, 9 units must be achieved:
Core Units |
Complete 6 units
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Elective Units |
Complete 3 units
Of the three elective units, one may come from any endorsed Training Package at the Certificate II/III level. The total package of units must meet the requirements of the Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptor for a Certificate II. In all cases selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the level of the qualification. |
Notes on Certificate II
This qualification is designed to develop the ability to cut and polish opals at a basic skill level. The qualification is aimed at a young person entering the industry sector, the miner or serious hobbyist wanting hands-on skills in opal cutting and polishing. The qualification provides a pathway which can subsequently be built on to achieve a range of high level outcomes in the industry.
The Certificate II is a flexible qualification and choice of elective units can provide for a range of outcomes. Examples of appropriate units for particular jobs at this level are as follows.
A person working as an assistant in a cutting and polishing workshop
BSBOHS201A Participate in OHS processes
CUECOR02B Work with others
CUVOPA01B Identify and describe opal
CUVOPA02B Handle and store rough and cut opal
CUVOPA03B Complete pre-cutting processes for light solid opal
CUVOPA04B Cut and polish an opal solid
CUVOPA11B Obtain opal
CUVOPA14B Undertake operational maintenance of machinery
WRRS01B Sell products and services
Pathways...
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Licensing Information
Not Applicable
Employability Skills
The following table contains a summary of the
Communication Passing on key safety information to colleagues. Sharing information with others. Discussing opal buying preferences with colleagues and others in the industry. |
Teamwork Checking safety procedures with other team members. Working collaboratively with other team members. Acknowledging the strengths of other team members. |
Problem Solving Identifying safety issues and reporting them to appropriate person. Identifying possible conflicts with team members and suggesting ways of dealing with them. Identifying whether a sample is genuine natural opal or a simulated opal. Identifying and rectifying equipment faults that do not require specialist attention. |
Initiative and Enterprise Determining where to cut stones to maximise value and artistic effect. |
Planning and Organising Identifying risk factors and taking action to minimise risk. Organising work tasks to ensure safety. Maintaining stock control and other workplace records. Surveying market requirements to determine opal cutting strategies. Weighing opals to determine yield. Planning and executing the process of cutting and polishing opals. Planning and performing routine maintenance of equipment. |
Self-management Following workplace procedures, particularly in relation to OHS. Maintaining personal safety standards. Taking responsibility within scope of job role. Managing own time to meet deadlines. |
Learning Seeking assistance and advice from others to improve one's own skills and knowledge. Seeking assistance and expert advice from equipment manufacturers. |
Technology Using security systems. Using cameras and scanning equipment. Using electronic stock control systems. Using the internet for research. Using equipment and tools to cut and polish opals. |