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Select plant and animal species for permaculture systems

Select plant and animal species for permaculture systems

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPER316
State Code
BAR04
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
059999 - Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to select plant and animal species for permaculture systems. It requires knowledge of permaculture needs analysis and bioregional analysis and plant and animal species and their interrelationships.This unit applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess the system needs
  • 1.1 Undertake a needs analysis of the permaculture system and its main elements
  • 1.2 Identify possible plant and animal combinations to suit the permaculture system design
  • 1.3 Compile a list of possible plants and animals to suit the design
2. Research plant and animal systems
  • 2.1 Research the plants and animals and any varieties or breeds that the needs analysis has identified
  • 2.2 Observe other working systems that may inform the new design
  • 2.3 Assess local availability of chosen varieties and breeds
3. Select plant and animal species for the permaculture system
  • 3.1 Determine appropriate combinations of plant and animal species for the permaculture system
  • 3.2 Ensure ancillary needs such as housing, prepared ground, shelter and fodder are available and in place before establishing the new plant and animal systems
  • 3.3 Obtain plants and animals elements for the permaculture system
  • 3.4 Monitor plant and animal systems during the establishment phase
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFC39 AHCPER335 Select plant and animal species for permaculture systems Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDD1 AHC33816 Certificate III in Permaculture Qualification
AD624 AHCSS00048 Permaculture Demonstrator Skill Set Skill set