RTF40103 Certificate IV in Horticulture
Qualification: Certificate IV (AQF)
Training Package: RTF03 Amenity Horticulture
TAFE NSW Course No: 1587
This course provides you with the the skills and knowledge needed to work as a supervisor in the horticulture industry. You complete a range of general horticulture modules and may choose electives from a range of industry specific modules.
Career Opportunities: Supervisor in the parks and gardens, landscape, turf, nursery, arboriculture and floriculture industries, depending on modules completed.
Articulation: Successful completion of this course will enhance a student's ability to enrol in and complete a higher level qualification. This course articulates directly to RTF50103 Diploma of Horticulture, TAFE course no: 5865 (to be replaced with a new qualification from the Horticulture Training Package (RTF03).
Entry Requirements: NSW School Certificate (or equivalent from another educational authority), and relevant experience, or RTF30103 Certificate III in Horticulture or any of the Certificate III in Horticulture specialisations or relevant industry experience. People who do not satisfy the above criteria but who can provide evidence that they are capable of achieving the outcomes of this course at AQF Certificate IV level may also be considered. It is strongly recommended that applicants complete a RTF30103 Certificate III in Horticulture before undertaking this course, or have relevant industry experience.
| Competency Units | |
| BSBCMN405A | Analyse and present research information |
| BSBCMN413A | Implement and monitor environmental policies |
| RTC4024A | Recommend plants and cultural practices |
| RTC4206A | Supervise landscape project works |
| RTC4306A | Supervise maintenance of machinery and equipment |
| RTC4701A | Implement and monitor the enterprise OHS program |
| RTC4702A | Minimise risks in the use of chemicals |
| RTC4703A | Plan and implement a chemical use program |
| RTC4905A | Cost a project |
| RTC4908A | Supervise work routines and staff performance |
| RTC4911A | Operate within a budget framework |
| RTD4020A | Plan the implementation of revegetation works |
| RTD4406A | Implement pest management action plans |
| RTD4510A | Supervise natural area restoration works |
| RTD4811A | Provide information on environmental issues and policies |
| RTD4910A | Report on project |
| RTE4002A | Develop a crop regulation program |
| RTE4012A | Supervise horticultural crop harvesting |
| RTE4511A | Develop a soil use map for a property |
| RTE4604A | Determine seasonal irrigation scheduling tasks |
| RTE4606A | Supervise on-site irrigation and construction work |
| RTE4607A | Plan on site irrigation system installation and construction work |
| RTE4608A | Plan and co ordinate gravity-fed irrigation systems |
| RTE4609A | Implement, monitor and adjust irrigation schedules |
| RTE4812A | Coordinate customer service and network activities |
| RTE4913A | Analyse and interpret production data |
| RTE4914A | Participate in an e-business supply chain |
| RTE4915A | Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures |
| RTF4001A | Design plant displays |
| RTF4003A | Plan a plant establishment program |
| RTF4004A | Develop a plant nutrition program |
| RTF4005A | Develop a sports turf maintenance program |
| RTF4006A | Plan a tree pruning program |
| RTF4007A | Prepare a garden design |
| RTF4014A | Plan a growing-on program |
| RTF4015A | Plan a propagation program |
| RTF4016A | Plan a tree protection program |
| RTF4017A | Plan a tree transplanting program |
| RTF4019A | Prepare and implement plans to minimise tree stress |
| RTF4021A | Plan the removal of trees |
| RTF4023A | Promote plant health |
| RTF4514A | Develop soil survey maps |
| WRRI5A | Maintain and order stock |
| WRRLP4B | Maintain store security |
| WRRO1B | Manage merchandise and store presentation |
| WRRS4B | Build relationships with customers |
| RTE4605A | Schedule irrigations |
| 3223A | Senior first aid |
Applying and Enrolling:
Semester 2, 2008: Places may be available in some units. Contact the campus for details.
Campuses:
Taree - contact Paul Smith on (02) 6591 3600.
Wauchope -
contact Paul Smith on (02) 6586 9500.
Wollongbar -contact Doug Yates on (02) 6620 4700.
Semester 1, 2009: North Coast Institute application form. Apply now!
Campuses:
Coffs Harbour Education Campus - You need to have completed RTF30103 Certificate III in Horticulture to apply for this course.
Part-time, one afternoon and evening per week for 1 year, Tuesdays, 3.30 pm - 9.00 pm.
Students will need to indicate their preference for Nursery or Landscape/Parks stream of study.
For more information contact the campus on (02) 6659 3000.
Taree - Mixed mode delivery for students who have completed RTF30103 Certificate III in Horticulture.
Enrolment session: Friday 30 January 2009, 1.00 pm - 5.00 pm. Enrolment at other times by appointment.
Contact the campus on (02) 6591 3600 for more information..
Wauchope - For students who have completed RTF30103 Certificate III in Horticulture.
Mixed mode delivery over 1 year, part-time and flexible delivery.
Contact the campus on (02) 6586 9500 for more information.
Wollongbar - Part-time, 2 nights per week
For more information contact the campus on (02) 6620 4700.
