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Select plant and animal species for permaculture systems

Select plant and animal species for permaculture systems

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPER335
State Code
OFC39
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/01/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2023
Field of Education
059999 - Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
09/06/2023
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to select plant and animal species for permaculture systems, including conducting a permaculture needs analysis and bioregional analysis to determine plant and animal species and their interrelationships.The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work, including limited responsibility for the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources, and complete routine activities. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess the system needs
  • 1.1 Undertake a needs analysis of permaculture system and its main elements
  • 1.2 Identify possible plant and animal combinations to suit permaculture system design
  • 1.3 Identify and compile a list of plants and animals to suit design parameters
2. Research plant and animal systems
  • 2.1 Investigate plants and animals and their varieties and breeds identified in the needs analysis
  • 2.2 Observe and consider changes to working system that will inform new design
  • 2.3 Assess availability of chosen varieties and breeds
3. Select plant and animal species for the permaculture system
  • 3.1 Determine combinations of plant and animal species that achieve desired permaculture system outcomes
  • 3.2 Ensure ancillary needs are available before establishing new plant and animal systems
  • 3.3 Obtain plants and animals for permaculture system
  • 3.4 Monitor plant and animal systems during establishment phase
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAR04 AHCPER316 Select plant and animal species for permaculture systems Unit of competency