Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
This apprenticeship course provides students with the underpinning knowledge and skills appropriate to operate successfully at trade level in the turf industry. The elective units make up the substantive course content and will develop the essential specific skills required to meet industry tradesperson requirements. The essential units are designed to develop your generic workplace skills, which are highly valued by employers. These skills include understanding industry and health and safety requirements, working in teams, and communication skills. Collecting, analysing and organising information, solving problems and using technology are also important attributes for employees in the turf industry. These key competencies, along with others, are integrated into the learning and practical activities.
Aims & Objectives:
This course is based upon industry-identified Horticulture Training Package competencies. It aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to operate successfully at trade level in the turf industry.
Course Structure:
A total of 16 units of competency must be completed, including one compulsory unit.
Units of Study:
Compulsory units: Carry out workplace OH&S procedures Additional units: Operate specialised machinery and equipment Control weeds Control pests, diseases and disorders Establish turf Renovate sports turf Sample soils and analyse results Provide information on plants and their culture Prepare and apply chemicals Transport, handle and store chemicals Install irrigation systems Install drainage systems Operate pressurised irrigation systems Construct turf playing surfaces Implement a plant nutrition program Note: some electives from other industry streams may be substituted if they are more appropriate for a particular enterprise. The Department will determine in any year which electives will be offered, based on available resources and minimum class sizes.
Career Opportunities:
Employment in the turf industry or further study.
Professional recognition:
This is a national qualification which is formally recognised throughout Australia.
Entry Requirements:
Applicants must be 15 years or over and have appropriate numeracy and literacy skills and have secured full or part-time employment as a turf apprentice.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Pathways (articulation):
An advanced credit transfer system, known as the Pathways program, is in place at Swinburne. Through Pathways, students with one or more of a wide range of post-secondary qualifications (both local and international) can gain entry into a course with advanced standing. Certain unit requirements must be met and an acceptable standard of results achieved in order to gain admission and for maximum credit to be granted. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Further details for students considering TAFE courses can be found on the RPL website.
Course Fees:
Details of the fee structure and TAFE course fees can be found at www.swinburne.edu.au/fees
Application Procedure:
Applicants can apply direct to Swinburne by downloading the application form at: http://www.future.swinburne.edu.au/apply/tafe/
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794)Email: study@swinburne.edu.au
