Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Irrigation Management
Certificate IV in Irrigation Management
AHC41124
BJR5
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 supervisory and management job roles in the irrigation industry
Individuals with this qualification perform tasks involving technical skills, problem solving and supervisory skills to operate, monitor and improve performance of irrigation systems and supervise the installation of irrigation systems.
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- twelve (12) units of competency:
- eight (8) core units plus
- four (4) 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:
- two (2) must be from the electives list below
- two (2) from the remaining electives listed below or any other currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBJ81 | AHCIRG435 | Determine hydraulic parameters for an irrigation system | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ79 | AHCIRG436 | Implement an irrigation-related environmental protection program | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ76 | AHCIRG439 | Interpret and apply irrigation designs | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OFC34 | AHCWHS402 | Maintain workplace health and safety processes | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ80 | AHCIRG437 | Schedule irrigations | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ78 | AHCIRG438 | Select and manage pumping systems for irrigation | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ71 | AHCIRG442 | Supervise irrigation system installation | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OBJ74 | AHCIRG443 | Supervise irrigation system maintenance | 65 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least two (2) electives must be chosen from the list below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEY0 | AHC41119 | Certificate IV in Irrigation Management | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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