Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
AHCPER319 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Test, improve and maintain healthy soil in a permaculture system
Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
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Unit of Competency | AHCPER319 - Test, improve and maintain healthy soil in a permaculture system |
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Learning Outcomes and Application | This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to test, improve and maintain healthy soil in a permaculture system. It requires knowledge of soils and their components, testing methods, nutrient action and soil improvement systems.All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.This unit applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication. | ||
Duration and Setting | X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs. Assessors must also hold a nationally accredited Certificate III (or higher) in Permaculture. Completion of a Permaculture Design Course (PDC) is not sufficient at this level. |
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Competency Field |
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners | Student Learning Resources | Handouts Activities |
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Elements of Competency | Performance Criteria | |||||||
Element: Take soil samples from a number of places in the permaculture system |
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Element: Test soil for range of plant and structural needs |
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Element: Analyse soil improvement requirements |
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Element: Implementing soil improvement plan |
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Element: Maintain health of soil according to organic guidelines |
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