Unit of competency Outline
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Measure irrigation delivery system performance
Measure irrigation delivery system performance
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCIRG303
AHCIRG303
State Code
BAR79
BAR79
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
030907 - Water And Sanitary Engineering
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to measure pressure, flow and distribution uniformity of an irrigation system.It applies to individuals who take responsibility for own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. 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. Measure irrigation system performance
- 1.1 Measure and record system pressures, water flow rates and pump performance parameters
- 1.2 Measure variations in system pressures, water flow rates and pump performance parameters where relevant and record
- 1.3 Inspect distribution and delivery systems and identify and fix malfunctions in system and record actions
- 1.4 Identify and record factors external to the system that may cause interference
2. Monitor supply of equipment and spare parts
- 2.1 Record supply and part usage
- 2.2 Monitor spare parts to ensure the supply meets demands
- 2.3 Make purchases within budget constraints
- 2.4 Report parts requirements outside of budget constraints
- 2.5 Record purchases and orders
3. Record and report system performance status
- 3.1 Record system pressures and variations
- 3.2 Record system flow rates and variations
- 3.3 Calculate and record distribution uniformity and mean application rates
- 3.4 Determine and record watering depth
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D6874 | AHCIRG303A | Measure irrigation delivery system performance | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OBJ93 | AHCIRG337 | Measure irrigation delivery system performance | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCY7 | AHC33216 | Certificate III in Floriculture | Qualification |
| AD646 | AHCSS00031 | Gravity Fed Irrigation Operator Skill Set | Skill set |
| BDF1 | AHC30716 | Certificate III in Horticulture | Qualification |
| BCV7 | AHC32416 | Certificate III in Irrigation | Qualification |
| BCX2 | AHC41116 | Certificate IV in Irrigation | Qualification |
| AD638 | AHCSS00035 | Irrigation Installer Skill Set | Skill set |
| BCY8 | AHC31016 | Certificate III in Parks and Gardens | Qualification |
| AD610 | AHCSS00062 | Pressurised Irrigation System Operator Skill Set | Skill set |
| BDB4 | AHC30616 | Certificate III in Production Horticulture | Qualification |
| BCX3 | AHC31116 | Certificate III in Production Nursery | Qualification |
| BDF3 | AHC33416 | Certificate III in Seed Production | Qualification |