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Diploma of Environmental Science (Management)

Diploma of Environmental Science (Management)

Accredited course
National Code:
52017
State Code:
5019
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/01/2009
Field of Education
0107 - Earth Sciences
AQF Level
Diploma of
Nominal Hours
1410
Duration
4 Semesters
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Accredited Date
Expiry Date
VET Act Classifier
C
VET Act Conditions
Description

To provide learners with the skills required to access employment as an assistant, technician or middle level management equivalent position in the environmental industry.

Schedule
1.

Year 1: Year 1 of the Diploma is the same as the Certificate IV in Environmental Science (Management).
Complete all seventeen (17) core units listed below.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
51671 Assess and report the ecological health of an ecosystem 40 Module
51672 Assist with environmental risk assessment activities 20 Module
51679 Collect and analyse soil science data 20 Module
C5836 PMLSAMP200A Collect routine site samples 40 Unit of competency
51680 Document and apply environmental biological principles 70 Module
51673 Interpret and apply environmental legislation, policies and regulations 40 Module
51674 Investigate and report topical environmental issues 60 Module
51675 Manage personal work activities in the environmental science and /or management field 40 Module
C7641 PMLOHS302A Participate in laboratory/field workplace safety 40 Unit of competency
51676 Perform environmental calculations 40 Module
51678 Report waste management issues and options 50 Module
51681 Statistically analyse environmental data 40 Module
51682 Undertake computer graphical and mapping activies 40 Module
51683 Undertake environmental management activities 40 Module
51684 Use geological concepts to assist with the explanation of environmental issues 40 Module
51685 Use physical environmental chemisty concepts when investigating environmental issues and concerns 40 Module
51677 Utilise fundamental environmental chemistry concepts when investigating environmental issues 80 Module
2.

Year 2: Complete all seventeen (17) core units listed below

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D0971 BSBRES401A Analyse and present research information 40 Unit of competency
51686 Assess coastal management issues and strategies 20 Module
51696 Assess the environmental status of aquatic ecosystems 50 Module
51687 Assist in the preparation of an emergency plan 40 Module
S2768 RTC5011A Collect and classify plants 40 Unit of competency
51688 Collect hydrogeological data and information 40 Module
51689 Identify and advise land management issues and strategies 20 Module
51694 Interpret toxicological information 40 Module
51695 Investigate and report on contaminated sites 40 Module
51690 Investigate, analyse and report air quality 50 Module
S2673 RTD5003A Manage natural area restoration programs 50 Unit of competency
51691 Participate in the development of an environmental management system 40 Module
S4659 FPIFGM2213A Process seed 20 Unit of competency
S2655 RTD4507A Produce maps for land management purposes 60 Unit of competency
51692 Report on sustainability issues and concepts 40 Module
51693 Utilise environmental organic chemistry principles and concepts when investigating environmental issues 40 Module
S2740 RTC2705A Work effectively in the industry 40 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
5319 51368 Diploma of Environmental Science (Management) Accredited course
VET Info Notes
1. This course is the copyright of Central TAFE

2. The proponent for this course is Central TAFE on behalf of the WA Department of Education and Training. This course has been accredited by the Training Accreditation Council (TAC) in Western Australia. It has been placed on the National Register as code 52017.

3. Further information on this program may be obtained from the Manager, Training Products Information Services (TPIS) at the WA Department of Education and Training or the Director, Learning Portfolio Support, Central TAFE, Locked Bag 6, Northbridge, WA 6865, telephone (08) 9427 1247.
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