Modification History
Release |
TP Version |
Comments |
1 |
AHC10v4 |
Initial release |
Description
This Qualification provides a vocational outcome in seed testing and analysis.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the Qualification |
This Qualification may be accessed by direct entry. |
Pathways from the Qualification |
Further training pathways from this qualification include, but are not limited to, AHC41512 Certificate IV in Seed Testing. |
Additional Qualification advice
This Qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
There is no direct link between this Qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. However, an individual Unit of Competency may specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this Qualification, however applicants should be working under supervision in a seed testing laboratory.
Employability Skills Summary
Employability Skill |
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Complete eighteen (18) Units of Competency comprised of nine (9) core Units and nine (9) elective Units. |
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Core Units of Competency |
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Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCOHS301A |
Contribute to OHS processes |
AHCSDT301A |
Prepare a working sample |
AHCSDT302A |
Identify seeds |
AHCSDT304A |
Perform a seed purity analysis |
AHCSDT305A |
Perform a seed moisture test |
AHCSDT306A |
Perform a seed germination test |
AHCSDT307A |
Perform a "Determination of Other Seeds by Number" test |
AHCWRK306A |
Comply with industry quality assurance requirements |
AHCWRK313A |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
Elective Units of Competency |
- Select five (5) Units from the Elective list below.
- Select four (4) Units from the list below and/or this or any other endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Certificate II, III or IV level.
Selected Units must be relevant to job outcomes in a seed testing laboratory.
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCSDT303A |
Perform a fluorescence test on seeds |
AHCSDT405A |
Handle & store quarantinable seeds |
AHCWRK303A |
Respond to emergencies |
AHCWRK305A |
Coordinate work site activities |
MSL922001A |
Record and present data |
MSL933001A |
Maintain the laboratory/field workplace fit for purpose |
MSL933004A |
Perform calibration checks on equipment and assist with its maintenance |
MSL934003A |
Maintain and control stocks |
MSL973007A |
Perform microscopic examination |
TAEDEL301A |
Provide work skill instruction |