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Charles Darwin University (CDU)

  • 20% international / 80% domestic

Introduction to Transport Industry Skills

  • Non-Award

The units contained in this training program specify the outcomes required for the safe heavy vehicle operation in the transport and logistics industries.

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Duration
2 years full-time
Course Code
VTP528
Study Mode
Online, In person

About this course




The units contained in this training program specify the outcomes required for the safe heavy vehicle operation in the transport and logistics industries.

While focusing on the drivers legal responsibilities, it is primarily aimed at those wishing to expand their knowledge and progress their career within the transport or logistics industries.

The three units contained in this training program are the cornerstone of safe operation of heavy vehicles.

Entry requirements

To gain entry into VTP528 Introduction to Transport Industry Skills, candidates require:

  • Unique student identifier (USI)
  • An appropriate level of language, literacy, and numeracy skills and knowledge
  • Enclosed footwear and work clothing suited to industry

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

Study locations

Casuarina

Alice Springs

Tennant Creek

Katherine

Online

What you will learn

To achieve the vocational training program VTP527 Advanced Transport Industry Skills, a total of five (5) units of competency must be completed as listed below.Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.

Career pathways

Possible occupations relevant to this qualification include:

  • coach driver
  • concrete agitator driver
  • line haul driver
  • pickup and delivery driver
  • tip truck driver
  • waste vehicle driver

Credit for prior study or work

Skills recognition is not applicable to this course. CDU's short courses are highly targeted courses designed to help you improve a specific skill. They will help you improve your career prospects, maintain currency in your field, or allow you to try out something completely new.