Skill set Outline
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Irrigation Agronomist Skill Set
Irrigation Agronomist Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
AHCSS00094
AHCSS00094
State Code
AE063
AE063
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
21/10/2019
Current Release Date
21/10/2019
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
28/01/2020
Nominal Hours
435
Duration
2 Semesters
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 21/10/2019 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set provides the skills and knowledge required to provide irrigation agronomist advice to irrigation end-users on system types, purchase and use.
Pathway Information
These units of competency provide credit towards AHC41119 Certificate IV in Irrigation Management and AHC51619 Diploma of Irrigation Design.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing or regulatory requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals responsible for irrigation agronomy.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture, Conservation and Land Management Training Package meet the industry requirements for Irrigation Australia Ltd certified irrigation agronomist.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBJ68 | AHCIRG507 | Audit irrigation systems | 80 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ81 | AHCIRG435 | Determine hydraulic parameters for an irrigation system | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ69 | AHCIRG509 | Develop an irrigation and drainage management plan | 100 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ79 | AHCIRG436 | Implement an irrigation-related environmental protection program | 65 | Unit of competency |
| BAM82 | AHCWRK509 | Provide specialist advice to clients | 55 | Unit of competency |
| BAR13 | AHCSOL401 | Sample soils and interpret results | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ80 | AHCIRG437 | Schedule irrigations | 65 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD640 | AHCSS00033 | Irrigation Agronomist Skill Set | Skill set |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AF243 | AHCSS00173 | Irrigation Agronomist Skill Set | Skill set |