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Design specialised landscape

Design specialised landscape

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPCM504
State Code
BAT42
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
050901 - Land, Parks And Wildlife Management
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to design a specialised landscape.It applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop a design brief
  • 1.1 Consult with client to establish the purpose and requirements of the design
  • 1.2 Conduct a site inspection and note the physical elements and features of the site
  • 1.3 Conduct a functional analysis of the site
  • 1.4 Develop a design brief and consult with client to negotiate agreement
2. Design with plants as a main focus of the design project
  • 2.1 Categorise plant families and genera, species and cultivars suitable for the design
  • 2.2 Identify a wide range of plants for different design criteria and requirements, which include the use of aesthetic, ornamental, productive and economic plant groups
  • 2.3 Determine and select plants appropriate to the design criteria
  • 2.4 Use botanical nomenclature when documenting plants
3. Consider a range of factors that may influence the performance of the plants
  • 3.1 Determine the implications of climate and environment on plant selection and design
  • 3.2 Select plants that are adaptive to micro and meso climates in domestic, and small to moderate-scale public spaces
  • 3.3 Report on the cultural techniques required to establish and maintain plants in specialised environments
  • 3.4 Identify soil types and condition and make recommendations for appropriate soil management techniques
  • 3.5 Identify organic and inorganic fertilisers and make appropriate recommendations
  • 3.6 Identify common plant disorders and make appropriate recommendations
4. Develop specifications for the design
  • 4.1 Incorporate instructions on the use and production of compost
  • 4.2 Define the propagation techniques required
  • 4.3 Outline the planting techniques to be used
  • 4.4 Specify situations where staking and guying would be required
  • 4.5 Define the required pruning and shaping techniques to be used
  • 4.6 Outline the biological, organic and inorganic plant and plant pest management techniques to be used
  • 4.7 Seek expert advice on irrigation requirements for the design
  • 4.8 Develop a weed management plan
  • 4.9 Document the design plan and present to client
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D7154 AHCPCM504A Design and maintain a specialised landscape Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCT78 AHCPCM512 Design specialised landscape Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDB0 AHC50616 Diploma of Landscape Design Qualification
BCW1 AHC50716 Diploma of Parks and Gardens Management Qualification