Subjects
Total number of units = 15
Core Units = 5
Elective Units = 10
Core Units
Unit Code | Unit Title |
Research and communicate information on permaculture principles and practices | |
Develop recommendations for integrated plant and animal systems | |
Maintain integrated plant and animal systems | |
Select plant and animal species for permaculture systems | |
Conduct site inspections |
Elective Units
Select 1 unit from Group A
Select 6 units from Group B
Select 2 units from Group B or C
1 unit may be selected from Group C or this or any other endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course
Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in Permaculture and must be chosen to ensure the integrity of the qualification outcome at AQF level 3
Group A
Unit Code | Unit Title |
Establish a rural permaculture system | |
Establish an urban permaculture system |
Group B
Unit Code | Unit Title |
Carry out animal care, maintenance and treatment programs in permaculture systems | |
Implement crop maintenance and harvesting programs for permaculture systems | |
Use weedy plants in a permaculture system | |
Establish a rural permaculture system | |
Establish an urban permaculture system | |
Install and maintain permaculture water systems | |
Install structures for permaculture systems | |
Kill and dress small livestock for domestic consumption | |
Plan organic garden and orchard systems | |
Coordinate preparation and storage of permaculture products | |
Read and interpret property maps and plans | |
Coordinate community projects | |
Build with earth, straw and reclaimed materials | |
Plan propagation activities for a permaculture system | |
Test, improve and maintain soil in a permaculture system | |
Manage plant pests, diseases and disorders in a permaculture system | |
Demonstrate permaculture practices to small groups of learners | |
Operate within a sustainable community and bioregional development program | |
Operate within a permaculture aid and development program |
Group C
Unit Code | Unit Title |
Follow Aboriginal cultural protocols | |
Work with an Aboriginal Community or organisation | |
Implement property improvement, construction and repair | |
Slaughter livestock | |
Maintain natural areas | |
Implement erosion and sediment control measures | |
Monitor weather conditions | |
Provide work skill instruction |