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Level 
4
1.75 years
Rail

New Zealand Certificate in Rail Operations (Train Driver), Level 4 – Locomotive

95
 credits
Workplace
 + Block Course
This programme leads to the following graduate outcomes

Graduates of this qualification will be able to:

  • Obtain, interpret and communicate information required for the safe and efficient operation of the train.
  • Interpret and comply with rail operator rules, signals, train running systems and standard operating procedures.
  • Work safely when in or near the rail corridor to protect self and others.
  • Apply a detailed knowledge of route features, their risks and implications for drivers, to ensure the safe operation of the train.

Graduates of the Locomotive strand will also be able to:

  • Inspect and prepare a mainline locomotive for service and conduct end of shift procedures.
  • Operate a mainline locomotive across a range of routes, environmental conditions and loadings.