Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Seed Testing
Certificate IV in Seed Testing
AHC41512
J273
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 15/10/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This Qualification provides a vocational outcome in seed testing and analysis.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSEntrants into AHC41512 Certificate IV in Seed Testing are required to hold the following Units of Competency:
- AHCSDT301A Prepare a working sample
- AHCSDT302A Identify seeds
- AHCSDT304A Perform a seed purity analysis
- AHCSDT305A Perform a seed moisture test
- AHCSDT306A Perform a seed germination test
- AHCSDT307A Perform determination of other seeds by number
- AHCOHS301A Contribute to OHS processes
- AHCWRK306A Comply with industry quality assurance requirements
- AHCWRK313A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
PACKAGING RULES
Complete eighteen (18) Units of Competency comprised of:
- nine (9) core units
- nine (9) elective units:
- select five (5) units from the elective units list.
- select four (4) units from the elective units list and/or this or any other endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Certificate II, III or IV level.
Selected Units must be relevant to job outcomes in a seed testing laboratory.
1. Core Units
All nine (9) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WE658 | AHCSDT404A | Develop and implement laboratory policy and procedures | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D7319 | AHCWRK401A | Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D7094 | AHCOHS401A | Maintain occupational health and safety (OHS) processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WE665 | AHCSDT411A | Perform a 1000 seed weight test | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WE664 | AHCSDT410A | Perform a seed vigour test | 100 | Unit of competency |
| WE663 | AHCSDT409A | Perform a tetrazolium seed viability test | 100 | Unit of competency |
| WE656 | AHCSDT402A | Prepare and maintain a seed reference collection | 90 | Unit of competency |
| D7321 | AHCWRK403A | Supervise work routines and staff performance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WE660 | AHCSDT406A | Undertake internal audits in a seed laboratory | 35 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least five (5) units must be completed from the elective units list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WA680 | MSL934002A | Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WE659 | AHCSDT405A | Handle & store quarantinable seeds | 55 | Unit of competency |
| WE655 | AHCSDT401A | Maintain a quarantine approved laboratory | 70 | Unit of competency |
| WA681 | MSL934003A | Maintain and control stocks | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WE657 | AHCSDT403A | Perform an Anguina test on annual ryegrass seed | 45 | Unit of competency |
| WE662 | AHCSDT408A | Perform an electrophoresis test on a seed sample | 90 | Unit of competency |
| WE661 | AHCSDT407A | Perform an endophytic seed test | 70 | Unit of competency |
| WA655 | MSL904001A | Perform standard calibrations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WA671 | MSL924001A | Process and interpret data | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WA672 | MSL924002A | Use laboratory application software | 60 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDD6 | AHC41516 | Certificate IV in Seed Testing | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Entrants into AHC41512 Certificate IV in Seed Testing are required to hold the following Units of Competency:
AHCSDT301A Prepare a working sample
AHCSDT302A Identify seeds
AHCSDT304A Perform a seed purity analysis
AHCSDT305A Perform a seed moisture test
AHCSDT306A Perform a seed germination test
AHCSDT307A Perform determination of other seeds by number
AHCOHS301A Contribute to OHS processes
AHCWRK306A Comply with industry quality assurance requirements
AHCWRK313A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
Traineeships and Apprenticeships