NOCN
    Level 2
    QN: 500/6364/9
    Curriculum Active

    NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Plant Operations (Groundworks)

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NOCN. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 339 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 2
    Awarding Body
    NOCN
    Syllabus Units
    19 Units
    Guided Hours
    339 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Know how to operate a forward tipping dumper

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • know how to prepare the machine for work
    • know how to drive and manoeuvre the machine
    • know how to set up the machine for work
    • know how to undertake the specified work tasks
    • know how to complete the specified work tasks
    • know how to shut down the machine
    2

    Know how to operate a ride-on roller

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • know how to prepare the machine for work
    • know how to drive and manoeuvre the machine
    • know how to set up the machine for work
    • know how to undertake the specified work tasks
    • know how to shut down the machine
    3

    Know how to operate an excavator 180 – above 5 tonnes

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • know how to prepare the machine for work
    • know how to drive and manoeuvre the machine
    • know how to set up the machine for work
    • know how to undertake the specified work tasks
    • know how to shut down the machine
    4

    Know how to operate an excavator 180 – below 5 tonnes

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • know how to prepare the machine for work
    • know how to drive and manoeuvre the machine
    • know how to set up the machine for work
    • know how to undertake the specified work tasks
    • know how to shut down the machine
    5

    Know how to operate an excavator 360° – below 10 tonnes

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • know how to prepare the machine for work
    • know how to drive and manoeuvre the machine
    • know how to set up the machine for work
    • know how to undertake the specified work tasks
    • know how to shut down the machine
    6

    Know how to operate an excavator 360° above 10 tonnes

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • know how to prepare the machine for work
    • know how to drive and manoeuvre the machine
    • know how to set up the machine for work
    • know how to undertake the specified work tasks
    • know how to shut down the machine
    7

    Operate a forward tipping dumper

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • prepare the machine for work, drive and manoeuvre the machine, set up the machine for work
    • undertake the specified work tasks
    • complete the specified work tasks, shut down the machine
    8

    Operate a ride-on roller

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • prepare the machine for work, drive and manoeuvre the machine, set up the machine for work
    • undertake the specified work tasks, shut down the machine
    9

    Operate an excavator 180 – above 5 tonnes

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • prepare the machine for work, drive and manoeuvre the machine, set up the machine for work
    • undertake the specified work tasks, shut down the machine
    10

    Operate an excavator 180 – below 5 tonnes

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • prepare the machine for work, drive and manoeuvre the machine, set up the machine for work
    • undertake the specified work tasks, shut down the machine
    11

    Operate an excavator 360° – below 10 tonnes

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • prepare the machine for work, drive and manoeuvre the machine, set up the machine for work
    • undertake the specified work tasks, shut down the machine
    12

    Operate an excavator 360° above 10 tonnes

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • prepare the machine for work, drive and manoeuvre the machine, set up the machine for work
    • undertake the specified work tasks, shut down the machine
    13

    Prepare and use a forward tipping dumper to carry out tipping duties and associated operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • prepare and set the machine up for work
    • undertake travelling, manoeuvring and working tasks
    • complete the work and shut down
    14

    Prepare and use a ride-on roller to carry out compacting tasks and associated operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • prepare the ride-on roller for work and set the machine up for work
    • undertake travelling, manoeuvring and working tasks
    • complete the work and shut down
    15

    Prepare and use an excavator 180 – above 5 tonnes, to carry out excavation duties and associated operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • prepare the excavator for work and set the machine up for work
    • undertake travelling, manoeuvring and working tasks
    • complete the work and shut down
    16

    Prepare and use an excavator 180 – below 5 tonnes, to carry out excavation and loading duties and associated operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • prepare the excavator for work and set the machine up for work
    • undertake travelling, manoeuvring and working tasks
    • complete the work and shut down
    17

    Prepare and use an excavator 360° – below 10 tonnes, to carry out excavating, loading, reinstatement duties and associated operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • prepare the excavator for work and set the machine up for work
    • undertake travelling, manoeuvring and working tasks
    • complete the work and shut down
    18

    Prepare and use an excavator 360° above 10 tonnes to carry out excavating and loading duties and associated operations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • prepare and set the machine up for work
    • undertake travelling and manoeuvring tasks
    • undertake specified working tasks
    • complete the work and shut down
    19

    Site safety and roles and responsibilities for plant operators

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know people’s roles and responsibilities within the sector
    • Know information relevant to plant operators
    • Know the principles and aims of health and safety at work
    • Know about safety signs and notices
    • Know how to identify and deal with hazards on construction sites

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    500/6364/9
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    NOCN
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Sept 2009