Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Irrigation Technology
Certificate III in Irrigation Technology
AHC32424
BJQ5
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 trade level roles carried out in the irrigation industry.
Individuals with this qualification perform tasks under broad supervision involving a broad range of skills that are applied in a wide variety of contexts, which will involve discretion and judgement in selecting and operating equipment, coordinating resources and applying contingency measures during work.
Work must comply with work health and safety and environmental regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.
No licensing, 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:- Twenty two (22) units of competency:
- Nine (9) core units 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:
- Seven (7) must be from Group A electives
- Two (2) must be from Group A or B electives
- Four (4) from the remaining units listed in Groups A or B, or any other endorsed Training Package or accredited course packaged at Certificate III.
1. Core units
All nine (9) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OFB66 | AHCWRK320 | Apply environmentally sustainable work practices | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OFC35 | AHCWHS302 | Contribute to workplace health and safety processes | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OFB14 | AHCINF308 | Install and terminate extra low voltage wiring systems | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ88 | AHCIRG340 | Install irrigation pumps | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ86 | AHCIRG345 | Install pressurised irrigation systems | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ87 | AHCIRG342 | Interpret irrigation plans and drawings | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ93 | AHCIRG337 | Measure irrigation delivery system performance | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ92 | AHCIRG339 | Monitor soils under irrigation | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ91 | AHCIRG338 | Troubleshoot irrigation systems | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Electives
At least seven (7) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for full details of available options.
3. Group B Electives
Up to six (6) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHV8 | AHC32422 | Certificate III in Irrigation Technology | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
The following units of competency shall not be delivered to a school-based apprentice - UEERL001 Attach cord and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply; and PMBWELD302E Join polyethylene plastic pipelines using electrofusion welding.