Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 9:30 PM AWST
22/07/2026 9:30 PM AWST
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Identify seeds
Identify seeds
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSDT302A
AHCSDT302A
State Code
WE649
WE649
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/06/2014
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
24/06/2014
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This Unit covers the recognition and identification of seeds and contributing samples to the seed reference collection.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for seed identification
- 1.1 Seeds requiring identification are confirmed.
- 1.2 Resources and equipment for use in identification are prepared.
- 1.3 Processes for seed identification are identified, selected and prepared for use.
2. Identify seed
- 2.1 Specified seeds are identified according to their general characteristics.
- 2.2 Botanical name of seed is recorded, where possible to species level.
- 2.3 Advice is sought when necessary and where appropriate to confirm identification.
3. Update the reference collection
- 3.1 Supervisor is consulted about possible addition to the reference collection.
- 3.2 If appropriate, information about seed is documented and the seed is added to the reference collection.
The range statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Seed characteristics may include:
External visible characteristics such as size, shape, colour, seed structures, surface characteristics and accessory structures, and seed morphology.
Equipment may include:
Magnifying glass; microscope; seed reference collection; photographs and drawings.
Seed characteristics may include:
External visible characteristics such as size, shape, colour, seed structures, surface characteristics and accessory structures, and seed morphology.
Equipment may include:
Magnifying glass; microscope; seed reference collection; photographs and drawings.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
recognise or identify seed to genus and, where possible, species level
contribute to seed reference collection.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Method of assessment
This Unit should be assessed together with core Units and other Units of Competency relevant to the function or work role.
Guidance information for assessment
To ensure consistency of performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
recognise or identify seed to genus and, where possible, species level
contribute to seed reference collection.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Method of assessment
This Unit should be assessed together with core Units and other Units of Competency relevant to the function or work role.
Guidance information for assessment
To ensure consistency of performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAL97 | AHCSDT302 | Identify seeds | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J270 | AHC33512 | Certificate III in Seed Testing | Qualification |