Statement of Attainment in Organic Farming Studies
Qualification: Statement of Attainment (AQF)
TAFE NSW Course No: 652
This course is for people who operate existing production units or who are considering converting to organic methods. It is also for people considering employment in organic enterprises.
The course provides vocational education and training in practical and technical skills, and the underpinning knowledge required to use sustainable organic agricultural practices, which maintain a balance of productivity with low impact on the environment to preserve the ecological quality of land for future use.
You will be able to apply these skills in farming organic produce and the management of organic enterprises.
This program will allow you to choose a program of study which develops skills and knowledge in managing organic production programs, producing marketable goods to meet customer specifications, applying quality assurance practices to industry standards, and maintaining the sustainability of the enterprise according to National Organic Standards.
This course has been developed to meet the increasing demand for organic produce, address issues of sustainable agricultural production, and to ensure conformity to National Standards for organic and biodynamic production.
Career Opportunities: Organic farm employee, organic producer, organic farm manager.
Articulation: When you finish this course you can apply for advanced standing in Certificate IV in Organic Farming (90574NSW), TAFE course no: 0653.
Entry Requirements: Completion of Year 10 or equivalent.
Applications will be considered from people who do not satisfy these entry requirements but have relevant workplace or other appropriate experience.
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Modules |
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| Electives: | National Module/s | |
| 0612EC | Farm Tractor Operations |
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| 0613MC | Farm Fence Construction, Conventional | |
| 0618AB | Sustainable Land Use |
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| 0619KN | Rural Marketing Fundamentals | |
| 0619KP | Rural Marketing Plans | |
| 0619LB | Managing for Quality | |
| 0645AA | Chemical Safety |
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| 0646A | Chemical Application | |
| 0653A | Principles of Organic Farming |
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| 0653B | Assessing Soil Health | |
| 0653C | Organic Soil Improvement |
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| 0653D | Plant Health and Nutrition | |
| 0653E | Organic Pest and Disease Management |
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| 0653F | Integrated Plant and Animal Protection | |
| 0653G | Organic Farm Design & Physical Planning |
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| 0653H | Converting to Organics | |
| 0653J | Grazing Systems for Organic Production |
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| 0653K | Organic Livestock Health and Welfare | |
| 0653L | Organic Product Chain Management | |
| 0653M | Biodynamic Principles | |
| 0653N | Biodynamic Practices |
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| 0653P | Composting | |
| 0653Q | Introduction to Organics | |
| 0655L | Plant Propagation | |
| 0655M | Crop Harvesting Co-Ordination |
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| 3223B | Coping with Injury in the Workshop | |
| 5862CB | Occupational Health & Safety, Horticult. | HOR110 |
| 5862CC | Pest & Disease Treatment | HOR216 |
| 5862CF | Soils, Introduction | HOR246 |
| 5862CG | Weed Treatment | HOR234 |
| 5862FA | Flower Crop Establishment | HOR206 |
| 5862MA | Irrigation Operation & Maintenance | HOR214 |
| 5862VA | Forklift Operation |
HOR211 |
| 5863CB | Occupational Health & Safety Implement. | HOR327 |
| 5870BA | Post Harvest Operations | HOR221 |
| 5897A | Chainsaw Operation - Level 1 |
Applying and Enrolling:
Semester 2, 2008: Places may still be available in some units. Contact the campus for details.
Campuses:
Coffs Harbour Education Campus - contact the campus on (02) 6659 3000.
Semester 1, 2009: North Coast Institute Application Form by 31 October 2008. Late applications will be accepted but places are limited,
Campuses:
Coffs Harbour Education Campus - Part-time day, 1 day per week for 18 weeks, Wednesdays 9.00 am to 4.00 pm.
Information and Enrolment session: Thursday 16 October, 5.00 pm, Room PG.4.
For information contact Tony McGowan on (02) 6659 3000.
