The Diploma of Production Horticulture reflects the role of personnel working on production horticulture farms. The qualification can be contextualised for a tree cropping, vegetable, berry or flower production or mushroom production context as a job focus or, in the case of mixed enterprises, both. No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
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This qualification allows individuals to develop post-trade skills and knowledge to become specialists within the production nursery industry. The nursery industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.
The nursery supervisor is responsible for a number of workers and nursery activities. Responsibilities include:
• supervising and training staff
• overseeing nursery sales
• coordinating nursery production
• implementing propagation plans
• recommending plants, products and treatments
• setting up promotional programs • managing a budget
CRICOS Course Code:
116155F (VIC/QLD)
Victoria only
Course Duration:
53 weeks
Study Mode:
National Students:
Classroom face to face,
Online (Moodle)
Distance
International Students:
Classroom face to face only (20 hours per week)
Unit & Assessment Information:
Completion of fourteen (14) selected units as below.
Unit
Assessment
AHCIRG437 Schedule irrigations
Assessment 1 – Written Short and Extended Answer Questions, Definitions, Terminology, Water Theory, Extended Answer Questions on Soil and water relationship.
Assessment 2 – Written Extended Questions: Irrigation Scheduling, Health and Safety, Water Pressure, Calculations Exercises: Uniformity / Irrigation Scheduling Calculations, as detailed in the exercises
Assessment 3 – Practical exercise: Irrigation System Uniformity Test
Assessment 4 – Online examination
AHCPCM406 Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program/AHCSOL405 – Provide information on fertilisers and soil ameliorants
Assignment 1 Written Short and Extended Answer Questions, Definitions, Terminology, Preparing for soil surveying & sampling activities, soil physical and chemical characteristics & parameters for specific plants, RAW, soil ameliorant and improvement techniques
Assignment 2 Short Answer Questions & Risk Assessment (Practical Exercise)- Soil depth and colour ( Munsell chart), Soil texture test ( Ribbon test), Soil pH, Soil structure stability in water, Soil microbes test, Moisture analysis test
Assignment 3 Written Short and Extended Answer Questions, Definition, PH adjustment, Soil ameliorant and improvement techniques, Important of organic matter.
AHCNSY403 Plan a growing-on program/ AHCNSY404 Plan a propagation program
Assessment 1 : Written questions covering follow key areas
Identify issues affecting the growing-on program
Develop the growing-on plan
Assessment 2 : Project report on plan a grow-on program in a nursery or field production
Assessment 3 :
Oral presentation on the project report
Online quiz
BSBHRM415 Coordinate recruitment and onboarding / BSBLDR414 Lead team effectiveness
Assignment 1 – Written questions: Legislation, preparation of employment contract and the selection process.
Assignment 2 – Prepare candidate outcomes and induct employees during on-boarding.
Assessment 3 – Prepare candidate outcomes and induct employees during on-boarding. (Candidate number 2 for the second job)
AHCWHS402 Maintain work health and safety processes
Assignment 1 – Written questions on WHS legislations, code of practices, national standards, enterprise WHS policies and procedures.
Assignment 2 – Workplace hazard identification, assessment of risk, hierarchy of control, procedures for hazards identification, assessing and controlling risks & safety training.
Assessment 4 – Participation in consultation, procedures for emergency event, WH&S training and maintaining occupational health & safety records and response to emergencies.
Assessment 5 – Online Examination
AHCMOM402 Supervise maintenance of property machinery and equipment
Assessment item 1: Written report on Developing, Implementing and Monitoring Maintenance Plan
Assessment item 2 : Practical Report based on the practical activities performed at demonstration farm.
AHCWRK404 – Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures
Assessment 6 Final Online Examination and plants observation test
AHCWRK409 Supervise work routines and staff performance
Assessment 1 Written questions and case study covering follow key areas
Communicate work roles
Coordinate activities
Assessment 2 Extended written questions and case studies covering follow key areas
Maintain effective working relations
Provide feedback
Assessment 3 Online examination
AHCBIO401 Plan and implement a biosecurity program
Assignment 1
Part A : Biosecurity online training course
Part B : Animal health disease online course
Assignment 2
Part A : Plan and implement a biosecurity program
Part B : farm biosecurity risk checklist
Assessment 3 – Recorded PowerPoint : Present a biosecurity plan training plan
AHCPCM405 Implement an integrated pest management program
Assignment 1 : Wiki Assignment – Online based assignment about Principals of pest management
Assignment 2:
Part A: Practical Exercise/ Observation for IPM program
Part B: Plan appropriate integrated treatments for weeds, pests and diseases and document an IPM plan
Assessment 3 :
Part A: Implement weed, pest and disease control measures
Part B: Recorded PowerPoint based on findings in Part A
Classifications
ANZSCO 362411 Nursery person
Entry requirements
Age:
16 plus
English Proficiency Requirement:
Completion of Language, Literacy and Numeracy Assessment, assessed by Language Studies Department
Academic Requirement:
Completion of equivalent to Certificate III or higher, Year 10 equivalent completed, or currently employed in the Horticulture Industry, with at least 12 months equivalent employment.
Applications, enquiries & tuition fees
More information about applications for this course and intake dates should be directed to info@acah.edu.au or by phone on 03 9654 8822.
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This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for trade level roles carried out under broad supervision in the nursery production and retail nursery industry. It is assumed that participants undertaking this qualification as a direct entry qualification would have nursery or horticulture industry experience prior to undertaking this qualification.
Individuals with this qualification perform tasks autonomously involving a broad range of skills that are applied in a wide variety of contexts, which will involve discretion and judgement in planning tasks, selecting and operating equipment, coordinating resources and applying contingency measures during work.
Work must comply with work health and safety and environmental regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
CRICOS Course Code:
116149D (VIC/QLD)
Course Duration:
53 Weeks
Study Mode:
National Students:
Classroom face to face
Online – Moodle – for persons employed in the industry
Distance – for persons employed in the industry
Apprenticeship
VET in Schools
International Students:
Classroom face to face only (20 hours per week).
Unit & Assessment Information:
Completion of sixteen (16) selected units below.
Unit
Assessment
AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders and
Assessment 1: Written questions – Assess pest, disease and disorders
Assessment 2: Worksite base report – Plan the implementation of plant pests, diseases and disorder control measures
The following key areas will be covered during this assessment.
Prepare machinery and equipment for use
Complete machinery and equipment operation
Assessment 2 : Practical activity – demonstrate the on-site item of one of the following equipment/machineries under supervision
AHCNSY313 Implement a propagation plan
Assessment 1 : Written Short and Extended Answer Questions- growing media components, Propagation techniques, OH&S hazards, propagation material selection and Australian Standards for potting mixes
Assessment 1 : Interpreting site plans and specifications, Material, equipment, tools and plant nutrition program, safety checks on equipment & machinery, site hazard management, PPE selection maintenance & storage and keeping work site safe
Assessment 2 : Short answers questions & calculations covering follow key areas
Identify and assess soil or growing media characteristics
Assessment 1 : Written Short and Extended Answer Questions, Definitions, Terminology, growing media components, Water Theory, Extended Answer Questions on Soil and water relationships.
Assessment 2 : Written Extended Questions – Prepare and store media
Assessment 3 : Practical activities
Physical and chemical properties of potting mixes test
Toxicity tests
AHCWRK317 Coordinate work site activities
Assessment 1 : Written questions covering below key criteria
Prepare for work site activities
Organise resources
Coordinate and report on activities
Assessment 2 : Practical Activity (daily workplace activities) Task reporting, rostering, document control and pre start checks.
Assessment 3 : Online Quiz (competency grade 70%)
AHCWRK315 Respond to emergencies
Assignment 1 : Written Short and Extended Answer Questions, Definitions and Terminology
Assignment 2 : First Aid Case Scenarios – Emergency situation exercises.
Practical Activities : Workplace hazard identification, assessment of risk, risk rating, hierarchy of control, procedures for hazards identification, assessing and controlling risks
AHCNSY314 Operate fertigation equipment
Assessment 1 : Short answer questions covering the following key areas
Understanding process of fertigation
Determine physical characteristics of sample
Determine chemical characteristics of sample
Prepare soils for planting or replanting
Assessment 2 : Practical activities
Testing chemical properties of water for irrigation
Operation of fertigation system at ACAH demonstration farm
AHCIRG338 Troubleshoot irrigation systems
Assessment 1 : written questions covering the following key areas
Locate and identify faulty components and blockages
apply shutdown sequence and isolation procedures
Replace faulty components and clear blockages
Return system to normal operating status
Assessment 2 : Practical activities – Irrigation system description questionnaire for all the different types of irrigation systems
Assessment 3 : Examination – knowledge skills and terminology, assessing Trouble irrigation systems
AHCNSY308 Maintain nursery plants
Assessment 1:Part A: Short answers questions
Part B: Extended answers questions
Assessment 2: Practical activities/Practical Demonstration covering the following key areas
Monitor and maintain the nursery environment
Determine and apply daily water requirements
Promote plant growth by intervention
Complete work
AHCWHS302 Contribute to work health and safety processes
Assessment 1: Written questions – WHS legislations, code of practices, national standards, enterprise WHS policies and procedures
Assessment 2 : Written questions and practical assessment – WHS legislations, code of practices, national standards, enterprise WHS policies and procedures
Assessment 3: Written questions – PPE, Incident, Accident reporting
Assessment 4: Online quiz
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals/AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
all students must complete a Language Literacy & Numeracy Assessment, assessed by the Language Studies Department.
Academic Requirement:
Completion of equivalent to certificate II or higher or Year 10 equivalent completed or an interest in horticultural studies or currently employed in the Horticulture Industry, with at least 12 months equivalent employment or a genuine interest in commencing a career in horticulture.
Applications, enquiries & tuition fees
More information about applications for this course and intake dates should be directed to info@acah.edu.au or by phone on 03 9654 8822.
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This qualification allows individuals to develop post-trade and knowledge to become specialists within the production nursery industry. The nursery industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.
The production horticulture supervisor is likely to have significant responsibilities in managing planting, growing and harvesting activities.
These responsibilities include:
• developing a plant nutrition program
• managingirrigation
• developing canopy management and crop regulation programs
• supervising crop harvesting
• supervising machinery maintenance, supplies and services
• operating a budget
• promoting plant health
CRICOS Course Code:
116154G (VIC/QLD)
Course Duration:
53 weeks
Study Mode:
National Students:
Classroom face to face
Online – Moodle
Distance
International Students:
Classroom face to face only ( 20 hours per week)
Unit and Assessment Information:
Completion of twelve (12) selected units as below.
Unit
Assessment
AHCIRG437 Schedule irrigations
Assessment 1 – Written Short and Extended Answer Questions, Definitions, Terminology, Water Theory, Extended Answer Questions on Soil and water relationship. Assessment 2 – Written Extended Questions: Irrigation Scheduling, Health and Safety, Water Pressure, Calculations Exercises: Uniformity / Irrigation Scheduling Calculations, as detailed in the exercises Assessment 3 – Practical exercise: Irrigation System Uniformity Test Assessment 4 – Online examination
AHCPHT409 Develop a crop regulation program
Assessment 1 – Create a crop regulation poster Assessment 2 – Written Short and Extended Answer Questions on preparing and documenting the crop regulation program and specifications Assessment 3 – Prepare a detailed nutrients crop regulation program.
AHCNSY403 Plan a growing-on program / AHCNSY404 Plan a propagation program
Assessment 1 : Written questions covering follow key areas Identify issues affecting the growing-on program Develop the growing-on plan Assessment 2 : Project report on plan a grow-on program in a nursery or field production Assessment 3 : Oral presentation on the project report Online quiz
AHCPCM406 Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program
Assessment 1 – Written questions on determining relevant regional data and site characteristic Assessment 2 – Practical / Stimulated or Demonstrated Activities – Soil tests Assessment 3 – Written questions on documenting the soil health and plant nutrition program and specifications Assessment 4 – Calculation of fertiliser Assessment 5 – Recorded power point presentation for plant nutrition program Assessment 6 – Examination
AHCSOL406 – Sample soils and interpret results
Assessment 1- Written Short and Extended Answer Questions, Definitions, Terminology, Preparing for soil surveying & sampling activities, soil physical and chemical characteristics & parameters for specific plants, RAW, soil ameliorant and improvement techniques Assessment 2- Practical / Simulated or Demonstrated Activities Soil depth and colour (Munsell Chart) Soil texture test (Ribbon test) Soil structural stability in water Soil pH, soil EC Soil Microbes Test Moisture Analysis Assessment 3 – Written questions covering follow key areas Determine relevant regional data and site characteristics Define the requirements for plant nutrition Document the soil health and plant nutrition program and specifications Monitor plant growth and evaluate the program properties are identify for testing Assessment 4 – Calculation of fertilisers Assessment 5 Part A-Writing report : Research botanical specifications, site assessment, growing conditions and environmental context for a selected crop. Part B – Oral/ Recorded PowerPoint
AHCWRK404 Implement quality assurance procedures
Assessment 1 Task 1: Definition Questions Task 2: Quality specification scenario Assessment 2 – Case study : Risk Assessment in a Quality Assurance Process Assessment 3 – Short answer questions and case study covering follow key areas Identify hazards and critical control points in the production of quality product Assist in planning of quality assurance procedures Assessment 4– Written questions/scenario covering follow key area Assist in planning of quality assurance procedures Assessment 5 – Case study about Responsibility Allocation Matrix and trained staff Assessment 6 – Practical activities to determine product quality include colour, pH, firmness, and sugar content Assessment 7 – Freshcare online quiz ( Competency grade : 80%) Assignment 8 – Online examination
AHCWHS402 Maintain work health and safety processes
Assignment 1 – Written questions on WHS legislations, code of practices, national standards, enterprise WHS policies and procedures. Assignment 2 – Workplace hazard identification, assessment of risk, hierarchy of control, procedures for hazards identification, assessing and controlling risks & safety training. Assignment 3 – PPE, basic safety checks, hazardous substances, noise hazards, manual handling risks, monitoring and report workplace safety issues, raising WHS issues. Assessment 4 – Participation in consultation, procedures for emergency event, WH&S training and maintaining occupational health & safety records and response to emergencies. Assessment 5 – Online Examination
AHCPCM404 Recommend plants and cultural practices
Assessment 1 : Wiki task on Identify a range of web-based information sources about the genus and species of plants. Assessment 2 Short answer questions on Identify client preferences and requirements, Select and advise on plants for specific situation Plant observation activities and class/laboratory activities Assessment 3 : Recorded Power Point – Provide a specialist advise Assessment 4 : Plant resource package on Identify a range of plants suitable for specific situations Assessment 5 : Weekly plant ID test Assessment 6 : Online Examination and Plants observation test
AHCBUS408 Operate within a budget framework
Assignment 1 – Create a budget for a production horticulture operation Assignment 2 – Complete the excel worksheet provided for a selected crop production for horticultural food production and addressing financial transactions in creating journal entries for debits and credits.
BSBLDR412 Communicate effectively as a workplace leader
Assessment 1 – Prepare, engage and review communication on at least four occasions with different individuals or groups, based on the case studies provided, for simulated workplaces in horticulture / agriculture.
Assessment 2 – Identify and record actions required as a result of communication and follow-up in a timely manner in horticulture / a gricultural enterprise.
AHCBIO401 Plan and implement a biosecurity program
Assignment 1 Part A : Biosecurity online training course Part B : Animal health disease online course
Assignment 2 Part A : Plan and implement a biosecurity program Part B : farm biosecurity risk checklist
Assessment 3 – Recorded PowerPoint : Present a biosecurity plan training plan
Classifications
ANZSCO 121200 Crop Farmers
Entry requirements
Age:
16 plus
English Proficiency Requirements:
all candidates must complete a Language Literacy & Numeracy Assessment, assessed by the Language Studies Department.
Academic Requirements:
Completion of Certificate III in Horticulture or related field or equivalent to Australian Year 11 general schooling or 2 years work experience in horticultural related field.
Applications, enquiries & tuition fees
More information about applications for this course and intake dates should be directed to info@acah.edu.au or by phone on 03 9654 8822.
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AHC20324 Certificate II in Production Horticulture (CRICOS Course Code: 116148E )
Overview
A production horticulture outcome enables individuals to select a tree cropping, vegetable or berry production, grape growing or mushroom production context as a job focus, or a mixture in the case of mixed enterprise. This program is ideal for Traineeships and, pre – apprenticeship programs conducted through an approved Group-training provider. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include: • Farm, vineyard or orchard hand • Farm, vineyard or orchard worker • Farm, vineyard or orchard labourer There are several ways to get work as a production horticulturist. Most of them have either progressed from working as farmhands or have completed Level 2 Traineeship in Production Horticulture, which involves formal learning while working on-the-job
Client base:
International and Australian Permanent Resident Student, or other visa holders with study rights.
Duration:
Domestic students – 20 weeks
International students – 53 weeks
Intakes:
Fortnightly
Mode:
Domestic students – Online, traineeship
International students – Classroom face to face Only ( 20 hours per week).
Training & Employment Outcomes
The qualification enables individuals to select a tree cropping, vegetable or berry production, grape growing or mushroom production context as a job focus, or a mixture in the case of mixed enterprises. No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Unit & Assessment Information:
Completion of fifteen (15) units as below.
Unit
Assessment
AHCWHS202 Participate in work health and safety processes
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to observe and contribute to positive environmental work practices.
The following activities will be covered in this unit :
Activity 1 : Short answer questions ( Workplace safety )
Activity 2 : Exercise ( Recognising hazard in the workplace)
Activity 3: Short answer questions ( Risk control)
Activity 4: Short answer questions ( Risk assessment and report risk)
Activity 5 & Activity 6 :Exercises ( Safety working procedures)
Practical task
End of unit test
AHCWRK212 Work effectively in the industry
This unit of competency covers the process of working effectively on an individual basis and with others and defines the standard required to: meet the standards required in the industry for dress and work practices; implement the quality standards for workplace products or services; interpret instructions and establish work tasks and priorities; demonstrate communication skills with supervisors and co workers.
The following activities will be covered in this unit:
Activity 1 & Activity 2 : Understanding Your Workplace Structure
Activity 3 : Understanding the horticulture industry
Activity 4 : Occupational health and safety (OH&S)
Activity 5 : The Code of Practice in your workplace
Activity 6 : Knowing when tasks are done correctly
Activity 7 :A daily work schedule
Activity 8 : Priorities
Activity 9 : Positive actions on problems
AHCBIO204 Follow site biosecurity procedures
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to follow the workplace biosecurity procedures for accessing and leaving a quarantine site to reduce and contain the transfer of diseases or pests.
The following activities will be covered in this unit:
Activity 1: Met site security entry and exit requirements for vehicles, personal fomites and personal hygiene
Activity 2 : Handled and stored production materials and products according to procedures and biosecurity protocols
Activity 3: Complete the BOLT Training
Activity 4: Complete a Farm Biosecurity Checklist
AHCWRK213 Participate in workplace communications
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to participate in workplace communications. The skills and knowledge described in this unit underpin a broad range of activities applicable to a variety of job roles throughout industries at various levels.
The following activities will be covered in this unit:
Activity 1: The communication processes
Activity 2: How to communicate
Activity 3: Communication hierarchy
Activity 4: Follow routine spoken messages and verbal communication instructions
Activity 5: Follow routine written notices and written communication instructions
Activity 6: How to establish communications with clients to obtain and provide appropriate information
Activity 7: Participating in workplace meeting and discussions
Activity 8: Complete relevant work-related documents and process communicated information
Activity 9: Effectively work instruction
Activity 10: Identify, access and operate workplace communications system
Activity 11: Growing space efficiency
AHCPHT215 Plant horticultural crops
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plant horticultural crops in the annual, vegetable and flower growing industries.
The following activities will be covered in this unit:
Activity 1 : Written task ( Type of resources required in horticultural plant production)
Activity 2: Short answer questions ( Identify and confirm maintenance requirements for Horticulture/ Agriculture)en task ( Type of resources required in horticultural: plant production)
Activity 3: Written task ( Tools for job)
Activity 4:Calculation exercise
Activity 5 :Calculation exercise
AHCSOL203 Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with the sampling and testing of soil or growing media sampling and testing.
Following activities will be covered in this unit:
Activity 1 : Written task ( Locating services)
Activity 2 : Written task (Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare)
Activity 3 : Written task (Personal Protective Equipment)
Activity 4 : Written task (Soil texture)
Activity 5 : Written task (Soil structure)
Activity 6 : Written task (Soil colour)
Activity 7 : Written task (Soil chemical properties)
Activity 8 : Written task (Properties of growing media)
Activity 9 : Calculating task ( Air Filled Porosity)
AHCWRK211 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
This unit covers the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to effectively measure current resource use and to carry out improvements including reducing the negative environmental impact of work practices. This unit requires the ability to access industry information, and applicable legislative and Work Health and Safety (WHS) guidelines.
The following activities will be covered in this unit :
Activity 1 : Written task (Identifying resources used in own work role )
Activity 2 : Written task (Documenting and measure current usage of resources using appropriate techniques)
Activity 3 : Written task ( Recording and filing documentation measuring current usage, using technology (such as software systems) )
Activity 4 : Written task (Identifying and reporting workplace environmental hazards to appropriate personnel)
Activity 5 : Written task (Reporting breaches or potential breaches to appropriate personnel )
Activity 6 : Group task
AHCIRG221 Assist with pressurised irrigation operations
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with installing, operating and maintaining pressurised irrigation systems. These systems use sprinklers and generally use glued PVC pipe.
The unit applies to individuals who assist with pressurised irrigation operations under general supervision with limited autonomy and accountability.
The following activities will be covered in this unit:
Activity 1: Types of irrigation systems
Activity 2: Safety checklist
Activity 3: Tools needed for irrigation activity
Activity 4: Irrigation plan practical activities
Activity 5: Short answer questions
Activity 6: Maintenance
Activity 7: Inspection
Activity 8 : Equipment storage
Activity 9: Assigning work routines
Activity 10 : Safety (WHS)
AHCPMG201 Treat weeds
This unit covers the process of treating weeds and defines the standard required to: identify significant weed species for the enterprise; apply a range of weed treatment control options; recognize and control risks to environment (including spray drift and chemical spillage); clean and store equipment correctly; monitor treatment site; record weed treatment.
The following activities will be covered in this unit:
Activity 1 : Identify numbers of common weeds
Activity 2: Weed infestation assessment
Activity 3 : Short answer questions about biological control
Activity 4: Work Health and Safety (WHS)
Activity 5: Choosing the appropriate equipment
Activity 6: ApplicatioN of granules
Activity 7: Dealing with empty containers
AHCPMG202 Treat pests, diseases and disorders
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise plant pests, diseases and disorders, determine the treatment options and apply treatments under supervision. The unit applies to individuals working in a broad range of job contexts who undertake defined routine activities under supervision. They exercise limited autonomy within established and well-known parameters, providing solutions to a limited range of predictable problems.
The following activities will be covered in this unit:
Activity 1 :Written questions ( Identifying insects and mites)
Activity 2 : Written questions (Identifying plant diseases)
Activity 3: Written questions ( Monitoring pests and diseases)
Activity 4 : Written questions ( Treatment methods)
Activity 5 : Written questions ( Treatment application)
Activity 6 : Written questions ( Post treatment operations)
AHCNSY207 Undertake propagation activities
This unit covers the process of undertaking propagation activities and defines the standard required to: collect and maintain suitable plant material; apply a range of propagation techniques; maintain and monitor propagated plants; maintain plant hygiene.
The following activities will be covered in this unit:
Activity 1 : Practical task (Separating cells for seedlings)
Activity 2 : Multiple choice questions (Separating cells for seedlings)
Activity 3 : Short answer questions (Separating cells for seedlings)
Activity 4 :Practical task (Types of softwood cuttings)
Activity 5 : Matching exercise (Types of softwood cuttings)
Activity 6 : Short answer questions (Types of softwood cuttings)
Activity 7 : Practical task (Lining out cuttings)
Activity 8 : Short answer questions (Lining out cuttings)
Activity 9 : Matching exercise (Lining out cuttings)
Activity 10 : Practical task (Separation and division )
Activity 11 : Multiple choice questions (Separation and division )
Activity 12 : Matching exercise (Separation and division )
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prune shrubs and small trees that are less than three meters in height while standing on the ground.
It applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.
The following activities will be covered in this unit:
Activity 2 : Written task (PPE Selection & Maintenance)
Activity 3 : Written task (Identifying tools for pruning situation)
Activity 4 : Written task ( Pruning techniques)
Activity 5 : Written task ( Compartmentalisation of decay in trees)
AHCMOM216 – Operate side by side utility vehicles
The following activities will be covered in this unit :
Activity 1: Written questions about side by side
Activity 2: Label the parts of the side by side
Activity 3: Complete the Hazard identification and control checklist
Activity 4: Operating procedure for side-by-side vehicle
Activity 5: Short answer question on a given side by side manual
Activity 6. List required resources, labour and expenses to calculate total estimate cost
Activity 7: On-site practical assessment (Practical demonstration of side-by-side operation)
AHCCHM201 Apply chemicals under supervision
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to apply chemicals using workplace specific application equipment under supervision.
The following activities will be covered in this unit:
Activity 1 : Written task (Preparing spray equipment)
Activity 2 : Written task ( Calibration of boom spray)
Activity 3 : Written task ( Identify hazards and assess risks associated with hazardous substances)
Activity 4 : Written task (Personal and public safety in using hazardous substances)
Activity 5 : Written task ( Disposing of treatment waste)
Activity 6 : Written task (Accidental poisoning )
Activity 7 : Written task ( Correctly apply treatment)
Activity 8 : Written task ( Storage of chemicals)
Activity 9 : Written task ( Reporting and recording injury or poisoning)
AHCPCM204 Recognise plants
This unit covers the process of recognising plants that are commonly encountered in horticulture or land management situations and defines the standard required to inspect and research
enterprise plants; observe and record the habits; characteristics and significant features of plants; use available processes to recognise plants; update a plant reference collection.
The following activities will be covered in this unit:
Activity 1: Preparing for Plant Recognition
Activity 2 : Observing a specimen of a flowering plant.
Activity 3: Collecting and Sketching different leave samples
Activity 4 : Collecting your own plant reference
Classifications
ANZSCO 841412 Horticultural Nursery Assistant
Entry requirements
Age:
16 plus
English Proficiency Requirements
All candidates must complete a Language Literacy & Numeracy Assessment, assessed by the Language Studies Department.
Academic Requirement:
Completion of Equivalent to Certificate I, or Primary school equivalent, or currently employed in the parks and gardens industry or interested in career in horticulture
Applications, enquiries & tuition fees
More information about applications for this course and intake dates should be directed to info@acah.edu.au or by phone on 03 9654 8822.
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A production horticulture outcome has responsibility for a number of workers and planting, growing and harvesting activities. Work undertaken by a production horticulture tradesperson could include:
• operating advanced and specialised machinery
• coordinating crop planting and maintenance
• harvesting crops
• processing produce
• installing irrigation and drainage
• controlling weeds and pests
• constructing glasshouses and shade houses
There are several ways to get work as a production horticulturist. Most of them have either progressed from working as farmhands or have completed a Level 3
Traineeship in Production Horticulture which involvesformal learning while working on-the-job.
CRICOS Course Code:
116150M (VIC / QLD / SA)
Course Duration:
53 Weeks
Study Mode:
National Students
Classroom (Face-to-Face)
Apprenticeship, VET in Schools,
Online – Moodle and Distance (for employed persons in the industry).
International Students – Classroom face to face Only ( 20 hours per week).
Unit & Assessment Information:
Completion of fifteen (15) selected units as below.
Classifications
Unit
Assessment
AHCPMG301 Control weeds/ AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders
Assessment 1: Written questions – Assess pest, disease and disorders
Assessment 2: Worksite base report – Plan the implementation of plant pests, diseases and disorder control measures
Assessment 1 – Short answer questionsThe following key areas will be covered during this assessment.
Prepare machinery and equipment for use
Complete machinery and equipment operation
Assessment 2 – Practical activity – demonstrate the on-site item of one of the following equipment/machineries under supervision
AHCNSY313 Implement a propagation plan
Assessment 1 : Written Short and Extended Answer Questions- growing media components, Propagation techniques, OH&S hazards, propagation material selection and Australian Standards for potting mixes
Assessment 1 – Online based assignment on identifying biosecurity threats and determine control measures for site
Assessment 2 Short answer questions: Definitions and application of biosecurity measure for on-farm or for an enterprise. Locate information, animal / plant diseases and pest. Apply control measures in work routines, records maintenance, effectiveness of control measures, participation in training and reporting bio security concerns and issues.
Assessment 3 – Practical tasks: Accurate complete workplace and regulatory biosecurity records using an industry template below
AHCWRK317 Coordinate work site activities
Assessment 1 – Written questions covering below key criteria
Prepare for work site activities
Organise resources
Coordinate and report on activities
Assessment 2 – Practical Activity (daily workplace activities) Task reporting, rostering, document control and pre start checks.
Assessment 3 – Online Quiz (competency grade 70%)
AHCWRK315 Respond to emergencies
Assignment 1 – Written Short and Extended Answer Questions, Definitions and Terminology
Assignment 2 – First Aid Case Scenarios – Emergency situation exercises.
Practical Activities – Workplace hazard identification, assessment of risk, risk rating, hierarchy of control, procedures for hazards identification, assessing and controlling risks
AHCNSY314 Operate fertigation equipment
Assessment 1 – Short answer questions covering the following key areas
Understanding process of fertigation
Determine physical characteristics of sample
Determine chemical characteristics of sample
Prepare soils for planting or replanting
Assessment 2 – Practical activities
Testing chemical properties of water for irrigation
Operation of fertigation system at ACAH demonstration farm
AHCIRG346 Operate pressurised irrigation systems
Assessment 1 – Short answer questions on carry out pre-start checks; inspect and operate the system; monitor irrigation system performance.
Assessment 2 – Written questions and practical activities on operating of irrigation system at ACAH demonstrated farm.
AHCWRK318 Comply with industry quality assurance requirements
Assessment 1 – Written questions and Quality specification scenario
Assessment 2 – Practical activities/ exercise – Record the procedure for production at demonstrate farm in accordance with workplace requirements ; write a flow diagram from point of seed to dispatch for any “one” horticultural crop grown
Examination
AHCWHS302 Contribute to work health and safety processes
Assessment 1 : Written questions – WHS legislations, code of practices, national standards, enterprise WHS policies and procedures
Assessment 2 : Written questions & Practical assessment – Workplace hazard identification, assessment of risk, hierarchy of control & safety training
Assessment 3 : Written questions – PPE, Incident, Accident reporting
Assessment 4 : Online quiz
AHCCHM304 Transport, handle and store chemicals/AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
Linkage sprayer, knapsack and ATV/SXS, calibration.
AHCPHT315 Establish horticultural crops
Assignment 1 – Interpreting site plans and specifications, materials, equipment, tools and machinery for crop establishment, safety checks on equipment and machinery, site hazards and risks, PPE selection maintenance and storage and keeping work site safe, completed for a range of two crops (different).
Assignment 2 – Written questions addressing the following key areas
Prepare machinery and equipment for use
Prepare for horticultural crop establishment
Sow or plant the crop
Complete sowing or planting operations
Assignment 3 – Practical activities addressing the following key areas
Prepare machinery and equipment for use
Sow or plant the crop
Complete sowing or planting operations
Assignment 4 – Complete the given record pertaining to soil cultivation, planting site preparation, and land preparation operations
ANZSCO 362211 Gardener (General)
Entry requirements
Age:
16 plus
English Proficiency Requirements:
all candidates must complete a Language Literacy & Numeracy Assessment, assessed by the Language Studies Department.
Academic:
Completion of Certificate II in Horticulture or related field or equivalent to Australian Year 10 general schooling or 2 years’ work experience in horticultural related field or interested in commencing a career in horticulture.
Tuition applications, enquiries & tuition fees
More information about applications for this course and intake dates should be directed to info@acah.edu.au or by phone on 03 9654 8822.
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The Diploma of Production Nursery Management reflects the role of those who manage commercial production nursery enterprises. The nursery manager is likely to have significant responsibilities in managing a nursery operation.
These responsibilities could include:
• administering the business
• developing a production plan
• developing plant sales programs
• monitoring budgets and financial reports
• preparing estimates, quotes and tenders
• providing specialist advice on plants, products and treatments
• designing irrigation, drainage and water treatment systems
CRICOS Course Code:
104843C (VIC/QLD)
Victoria campus only
Course Duration:
52 weeks
Study Mode:
National Students:
Classroom face to face
Online – Moodle
Distance.
International Students:
Classroom face to face only (20 hours per week)
Unit & Assessment Information:
Completion of ten (10) selected units as below.
Unit
Assessment
AHCWHS502 Manage work health and safety processes
Assessment 1 – Short Answer Questions on on legislation, codes of practices, guidelines and writing policies
Assessment 2 – Role play (Demonstration exercise) or alternate assessment.
Assessment 3 – Audit report and checklist
Assessment 4 – Examination(Closed Book)
Overall Assessment of Legislation and application of WHS Processes in Industry
AHCCHM501 Develop and manage a chemical use strategy
Assessment 1 – Multiple written and research based tasks covering follow key criteria
Identify and evaluate need for chemical use
Develop a chemical use risk management strategy.
Develop and implement procedures for chemical management and use.
Identify training and supervision needs and solutions for chemical use in the workplace.
Monitor and evaluate the implementation of a chemical use strategy.
Assessment 2 – Oral Presentation (Recorded PPT) and Flyer Assessment 3 – Label and SDS Reading Examination ( Competency grade : 100 %) Written examination – 3 hour closed book examination ( Compentency grade: 70 %)
AHCPCM508 – Develop an integrated pest management program
Assessment 1: Practical activity – pest, disease and weed identification
Assessment 2: Design a control program
Assessment 3 : Develop a monitoring program
Online examination
BSBESB406 Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures
Activity / Learning Guide – (this includes practical assessments) or Moodle based Assessment Guide.
AHCBUS511 – Manage enterprise staff requirements
Assignment 1 – Prerequisite Requirement/ Online Certificates: Fairwork online training
Assignment 2 – Written questions, case studies and recorded PowerPoint on Understanding Work Roles and Functions
Assignment 3 –Written questions, case studies on Understanding business functions
Assignment 4 – Written questions on Training and the workplace
Assignment 5 –Written questions on Fair Work
Assignment 6 – Written questions WHS and staff management
Assessment 7 – Written questions on Staff performance, procedures for administration of records and industrial relations
management
Assessment 8 – Written examination covering all aspect of training
conducted during the previous weeks
Assignment 3 – Soil Ameliorants – Short Answer Questions
Assignment 4 – Interpret and calculate soil test results, soil management plan and soil health management
Assessment 5 –Written Exam (Closed Book) 3 hours
BSBPMG430 Undertake project work
Activity / Learning Guide – (this includes practical assessments) or Moodle based Assessment Guide.
AHCWRK513 Write and present reports
Activity / Learning Guide – (this includes practical assessments) or Moodle based Assessment Guide.
AHCPCM507 Diagnose plant health problems
Assessment 1: Factors influencing plant health and diagnosing plant health problems (Report)
Assessment 2: Recorded PowerPoint presentation based on the major plant pest and disease, disorder and weed for your selected crop
Assessment 3: Practical activity on implementation of an IPM program
Assessment 4: Online quiz on plant health problem.
Assessment 5 : Observation examination at ACAH demonstration farm
AHCWAT503 Manage water systems
Assessment 1 – Short answer questions on assessing soil and resources for crop and plant type
Assessment 2:
Part A: Written question on irrigation system selection and design
Part B : Practical Installation of an irrigation system or measurement of an irrigation install
Assessment 3:
Part A- Extended written questions covering follow key criteria
Assess the need for water inputs
Monitor irrigation system and plant response
Part B – Moisture analysis ( practical activity)
Assessment 4 –Write a practical report on the evaluation of an irrigation system
Assessment 5 – Written examination
Classifications
ANZSCO 362411 Nursery person
Entry requirements
Age:
16 plus
English Proficiency Requirements:
all candidates must complete a Language Literacy & Numeracy Assessment, assessed by the Language Studies Department.
Academic Requirement:
Completion of equivalent to Diploma or higher, Year 12 equivalent completed, or currently employed in the Horticulture Industry, with at least 36 months equivalent employment.
Tuition Costs
Please see fee schedule from relevant National or International Student page
