Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Irrigation
Certificate II in Irrigation
AHC21124
BJS8
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 01/05/2024 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for entry-level workers in the irrigation industry.
Individuals with this qualification work under routine supervision where the work is predictable and structured with limited judgement requirements.
Work must comply with work health and safety and environmental regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.
No legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:- sixteen (16) units of competency:
- three (3) core unit plus
- thirteen (13) elective units.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
- four (4) must be from electives Group A
- seven (7) must be from electives Group A or B
- two (2) from the remaining units listed in Groups A or B, or any other currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course packaged at Certificate II.
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBJ99 | AHCIRG219 | Assist with low volume irrigation operations | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBK00 | AHCIRG221 | Assist with pressurised irrigation operations | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OFC36 | AHCWHS202 | Participate in workplace health and safety processes | 35 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBJ97 | AHCIRG222 | Assist with pump and flow control device operations | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCT12 | AHCSOL203 | Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ98 | AHCIRG220 | Assist with surface irrigation operations | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBO09 | NWPIWS002 | Operate regulating devices in rural irrigation systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OFC00 | AHCWRK211 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 25 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to nine (9) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCO85 | CPCPCM2047 | Carry out levelling | 12 | Unit of competency |
| OCO91 | CPCPCM2043 | Carry out WHS requirements | 34 | Unit of competency |
| OBK10 | AHCDRG202 | Maintain drainage systems | 24 | Unit of competency |
| BAU05 | AHCMOM203 | Operate basic machinery and equipment | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OFB98 | AHCWRK213 | Participate in workplace communications | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBN96 | NWPNET019 | Prepare and restore worksite | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OFB95 | AHCWRK216 | Provide information on products and services | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCO94 | CPCPCM2040 | Read plans, calculate quantities and mark out materials | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OFB51 | AHCPER221 | Recognise characteristics of integrated plant and animal systems | 35 | Unit of competency |
| ODP43 | TLID0020 | Shift materials safely using manual handling methods | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OFB99 | AHCWRK212 | Work effectively in industry | 25 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEY3 | AHC21119 | Certificate II in Irrigation | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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