Accredited course Outline
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Certificate I in Aquaculture Skills
Certificate I in Aquaculture Skills
50684
6669
Draft
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Description
This course aims to:
- Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to work as an aquaculture farm hand
- Lay a foundation for further studies in this or associated areas
- Train indigenous people to facilitate good aquaculture practices in a contemporary environment. It aims to provide them with the knowledge and skills to further develop their land and water and to participate in the expanding aquaculture industry in the Kimberley.
- Give an understanding of specific requirements for adding value to the community food resources as an introduction to commercial farming or value adding to the existing industry
- Validate and reinforce the traditional culture and beliefs of indigenous people, providing an understanding of applied animal husbandry concepts and techniques, which will be complemented by indigenous knowledge and practices.
Schedule
1. CORE
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45030 | Agriculture and Safety | 17 | Module | |
| 67518 | Aquaculture (Introduction) | 12 | Module | |
| 67517 | Aquaculture Mechanics (Introduction) | 12 | Module | |
| 81030 | Cgea2-general Curriculum Options | 80 | Module | |
| 67515 | Introduction to Aquatic Biology | 36 | Module | |
| 47074 | Introduction to Fish Farming | 36 | Module | |
| 46199 | Senior First Aid | 24 | Module | |
| 65009 | NCS001 | Workplace Communication | 34 | Module |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S162 | SFI10100 | Certificate I in the Seafood Industry (Aquaculture) | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
This course has been accredited and entered on the CMS by Kimberley College.
Registered training providers interested in delivering the program should
contact The Manager, Academic Services, Kimberley College
of TAFE, PO Box 1095, Kununurra, phone (08) 91680877 or fax (08) 91680866.
It has been placed on the NTIS as code TBA.