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Certificate III in Farming Industry Practices
Certificate III in Farming Industry Practices
Accredited course
National Code:
8417
8417
State Code:
3429
3429
TGA Status:
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
0501 - Agriculture
AQF Level
Certificate III in
Nominal Hours
360
Duration
Unspecified
Stream of Study
Complete "Other Skills" Course (3222)
Accredited Date
10/04/1997
Expiry Date
31/12/2001
VET Act Classifier
A
VET Act Conditions
Description
To provide a combination of broad-based and job specific skills which will
assist participants to pursue a career in the farming and related industries.
To provide the knowledge and skills included in National competency
standards related to farming up to and including ASF Level 3 competencies.
Schedule
1. CORE
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45084 | Agricultural Chemicals | 34 | Module | |
| 48037 | Basic First Aid | 20 | Module | |
| 45169 | AG042 | Bushfire Safety (Ag042) | 16 | Module |
| 65012 | NCS005 | Dealing With Conflict | 17 | Module |
| 45206 | RBM005 | Introduction to Australian Agriculture | 10 | Module |
| 62570 | ABD507 | Occupational Health & Safety for Industry | 20 | Module |
| 31295 | Preparation and Application for Rpl | 10 | Module | |
| 23045 | NOS142V2 | Workplace\team Effectiveness | 17 | Module |
2. ELECTIVES
Learner must choose at least 216 hours. GROUP 1:
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45349 | Aviation Awareness | 12 | Module | |
| 31312 | Beef Management | 17 | Module | |
| 31311 | Beef Production | 17 | Module | |
| 45058 | Bush Fire Control - Introduction | 34 | Module | |
| 31309 | Crop Production | 34 | Module | |
| 45120 | Farm Construction Skills 1 | 34 | Module | |
| 31318 | Farm Workshop Practice 3 | 17 | Module | |
| 45182 | Land Classification | 20 | Module | |
| 45181 | Landcare - Introduction | 17 | Module | |
| 45166 | AG020 | Livestock Breeding Ag020 | 8 | Module |
| 31315 | Pasture Production | 17 | Module | |
| 45209 | RBM008 | Rural Computer Operations | 25 | Module |
| 45218 | RBM017 | Rural Marketing Fundamentals | 35 | Module |
| 45198 | RBM002 | Rural Record Keeping | 25 | Module |
| 31314 | Sheep Management | 17 | Module | |
| 31313 | Sheep Production | 17 | Module | |
| 45240 | ABD816 | Staff Supervision and Training | 30 | Module |
| 45155 | Truck Operation and Maintenance | 17 | Module |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S003 | RUA30198 | Certificate III in Agriculture | Qualification |
| S009 | RUA30298 | Certificate III in Agriculture (Beef Cattle Production) | Qualification |
| S109 | RUA30698 | Certificate III in Agriculture (Grain Production) | Qualification |
| S136 | RUA31398 | Certificate III in Agriculture (Sheep and Wool) | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
* THIS QUALIFICATION HAS BEEN REPLACED BY MORE THAN ONE TRAINING PACKAGE
QUALIFICATION. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGRICULTURE IMPLEMENTATION KIT FOR MORE
DETAILS.
1. Learner may choose electives from Course No 4033 but are not able to
choose the same electives in both courses.
2. To receive the award, the learner must successfully complete the core
modules, the prescribed number of electives and on-the-job program. The
on-the-job requirements are specified in the training plan.
The Training Record Book should provide a detailed record of the learner’s
achievements and will be used to approve certification.
3. Further Nationally approved modules may be added as electives when
these modules become available.
QUALIFICATION. PLEASE REFER TO THE AGRICULTURE IMPLEMENTATION KIT FOR MORE
DETAILS.
1. Learner may choose electives from Course No 4033 but are not able to
choose the same electives in both courses.
2. To receive the award, the learner must successfully complete the core
modules, the prescribed number of electives and on-the-job program. The
on-the-job requirements are specified in the training plan.
The Training Record Book should provide a detailed record of the learner’s
achievements and will be used to approve certification.
3. Further Nationally approved modules may be added as electives when
these modules become available.
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