Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
AHCIRG322A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate sprinkler irrigation systems
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
Qualification | - |
Unit of Competency | AHCIRG322A - Operate sprinkler irrigation systems |
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Description | This Unit covers the process of operating sprinkler irrigation systems and defines the standard required to: read and follow operations manual and irrigation schedules; carry out pre-start checks; operate and inspect the system; measure and interpret flow rates and pressures; identify environmental hazards; and shut down in response to irrigation indicators. | ||
Employability Skills | This Unit contains employability skills. | ||
Learning Outcomes and Application | This Unit applies to skilled workers in the irrigation servicing, food and fibre production and amenity horticulture industries, and is likely to be carried out under routine supervision within enterprise guidelines. | ||
Duration and Setting | X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. |
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Prerequisites/co-requisites | Not applicable. | ||
Competency Field |
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners | Student Learning Resources | Handouts Activities |
Slides PPT |
Assessment 1 | Assessment 2 | Assessment 3 | Assessment 4 | |
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Elements of Competency | Performance Criteria | |||||||
Element: Carry out pre-start checks |
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Element: Inspect and operate the system |
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Element: Monitor sprinkler irrigation system performance |
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Element: Shut down sprinklers in response to irrigation indicators |
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Element: System components are shut down and drained in sequence in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and enterprise procedures |
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