Modification History
Release |
TP Version |
Comments |
4 |
SFI11v2.2 |
BSBPMG510A Manage projects replaced with BSBPMG522A Undertake project work BSBWRK509A Manage industrial relations replaced with BSBWRK510A Manage employee relations |
3 |
SFI11v2 |
SFIAQUA412A Develop emergency procedures for on-land operations replaced with SFIAQUA413A Develop emergency procedures for an aquaculture enterprise |
2 |
SFI11v1.1 |
Equivalent imported units updated |
1 |
SFI11 |
Initial release |
Description
This qualification represents the competencies relevant to people working in the aquaculture sector of the seafood industry at a management level.
The qualification will have application for people working:
- on aquaculture farms or fishout/put-and-take operations
- in hatcheries and nurseries
- in live post-harvest holding facilities, such as processing plants, wholesalers or transporters
- in pet shops, public aquaria, zoos or other facilities with aquatic animals
- for companies providing contract specialist services for aquaculture operations
- for companies proving consultancy, advisory, equipment sales or other services.
Job role
A person operating at this level will have a wide range of technical skills and/or managerial, coordination and planning responsibilities which may include:
- complying with a wide range of local, state, territory and federal government regulations and restrictions, including human resources, aquaculture operations, occupational health and safety (OHS), environment, animal welfare and food safety
- designing and planning culture and holding systems and other structures
- developing policies and procedures ensuing continual improvement throughout the business
- implementing new technologies and ideas
- managing risk and implementation of effective controls and corrective actions
- managing the production system
- sourcing external contractors and services.
Work may vary between aquaculture and aquatic holding enterprises.
Job role titles may include:
- owner/manager
- farm manager
- hatchery manager
- production manager
- quality manager
- compliance manager
- marketing manager
- new technology/automation specialist.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
Pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
- direct entry with prior aquaculture or related experience
- SFI30111 Certificate III in Aquaculture
- SFI30211 Certificate III in Fishing Operations
- SFI30311 Certificate III in Seafood Industry (Environmental Management Support)
- SFI40111 Certificate IV in Aquaculture
- SFI40311 Certificate IV in Seafood Industry (Environmental Management)
- vocational and tertiary studies related to environmental sustainability or aquaculture.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving this qualification, candidates may undertake professional development activities in areas of benefit to their workplace and their personal aspirations.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Licensing , legislative , regulatory or certification considerations
Licences for operating motor vehicles, tractors, forklifts, vessels and other plant apply to some competencies. OHS, food safety, and environmental protection regulations apply to aquaculture enterprises.
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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SFI50111 Diploma of Aquaculture The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the aquaculture sector for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements and may vary from one agency to another. |
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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
Packaging Rules
A total of twenty one (21) units of competency must be achieved.
- four (4) core units plus
- six (6) aquaculture specialist elective units (Group A) plus
- eleven (11) elective units that may be selected from a combination of:
- Group A aquaculture specialist units not yet selected for this qualification
- Group B elective units
- imported units from this Training Package or from any other nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course. A maximum of four (4) units can be imported, however, at least three (3) of those units must be aligned to Certificate IV or Diploma level. Units must be relevant to aquaculture operations and not duplicate units already selected.
Core units of competency
Unit code |
Unit title |
SFICORE101C* |
Apply basic food handling and safety practices |
SFICORE103C |
Communicate in the seafood industry |
SFICORE105B |
Work effectively in the seafood industry |
SFICORE106B |
Meet workplace OHS requirements |
* Note: SFICORE101C is not a required unit for operations that are growing or holding species not destined for human consumption. This includes ornamental or display species, stock for pearls, and stockers for conservation purposes. The unit FDFOP2063A Apply quality systems and procedures, is to be used in its place.
Elective units of competency
Group A : Aquaculture specialist units
Unit code |
Unit title |
SFIAQUA501C |
Develop a stock nutrition program |
SFIAQUA502C |
Develop and implement an aquaculture breeding strategy |
SFIAQUA503C |
Establish an aquacultural enterprise |
SFIAQUA504C |
Plan environmentally sustainable aquacultural practices |
SFIAQUA505C |
Plan stock health management |
SFIAQUA507C |
Plan and design water supply and disposal systems |
SFIAQUA508C |
Plan and design stock culture or holding systems and structures |
SFIAQUA509B |
Develop stock production plan |
SFIAQUA510B |
Select, plan or design a system or facility utilising high technology water treatment components |
SFIDIST501C |
Export product |
SFIDIST502C |
Import product |
SFIEMS501B |
Develop workplace policy for sustainability |
SFIOHS501C |
Establish and maintain the enterprise OHS program |
AHCAGB603A |
Manage the production system |
AHCBUS505A |
Develop a marketing plan |
AHCBUS506A |
Develop and review a business plan |
BSBRSK501B |
Manage risk |
Group B : Other elective units
Aquaculture operations
Unit code |
Unit title |
SFIAQUA407C |
Coordinate sustainable aquacultural practices |
SFIAQUA408C |
Supervise harvest and post-harvest activities |
SFIAQUA413A |
Develop emergency procedures for an aquaculture enterprise |
Farm operations
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCAGB502A |
Plan and manage infrastructure requirements |
AHCAGB503A |
Plan and monitor production processes |
AHCAGB505A |
Develop a whole farm plan |
AHCAGB601A |
Develop export markets for produce |
AHCAGB602A |
Manage estate planning |
AHCAGB604A |
Analyse business performance |
AHCAGB605A |
Manage business capital |
AHCBUS501A |
Manage staff |
AHCBUS507A |
Monitor and review business performance |
AHCBUS601A |
Manage capital works |
AHCBUS603A |
Develop and review a strategic plan |
AHCCHM501A |
Develop and manage a chemical use strategy |
AHCMOM501A |
Manage machinery and equipment |
AHCMOM502A |
Implement a machinery management system |
AHCMOM601A |
Analyse machinery options |
AHCWRK501A |
Plan, implement and review a quality assurance program |
AHCWRK502A |
Collect and manage data |
AHCWRK603A |
Design and conduct a field-based research trial |
Ornamental operations
Unit code |
Unit title |
SIRXINV005A |
Control inventory |
Quality assurance and food safety
Unit code |
Unit title |
MTMPS5603B |
Develop, manage and maintain quality systems |
MTMPSR5601B |
Design and manage the food safety system |
Business services
Unit code |
Unit title |
BSBADM502B |
Manage meetings |
BSBADM504B |
Plan or review administrative systems |
BSBFIM501A |
Manage budgets and financial plans |
BSBFIM502A |
Manage payroll |
BSBMGT515A |
Manage operational plan |
BSBHRM506A |
Manage recruitment selection and induction processes |
BSBINM601A |
Manage knowledge and information |
BSBMGT617A |
Develop and implement a business plan |
BSBPMG522A |
Undertake project work |
BSBPUR501C |
Develop, implement and review purchasing strategies |
BSBPUR502B |
Manage supplier relationships |
BSBPUR504B |
Manage a supply chain |
BSBWRK510A |
Manage employee relations |
FNSORG604A |
Establish outsourced services and monitor performance |
TAADEL502B |
Facilitate action learning projects |
Community management
Unit code |
Unit title |
SFIPROC611C |
Participate in a media interview or presentation |
AHCCCF502A |
Facilitate development of group goals and projects |
AHCCCF503A |
Promote group formation and development |
AHCCCF504A |
Support group and community changes in resource management |
AHCCCF505A |
Contribute to regional planning process |
AHCCCF506A |
Manage the incorporation of a group |
AHCCCF601A |
Map regional issues and stakeholders |
AHCILM506A |
Operate within community cultures and goals |
AHCILM508A |
Propose a negotiated outcome for a given area of country |
AHCLPW601A |
Coordinate the preparation of a regional resource management plan |
AHCWRK503A |
Prepare reports |
CHCCD404E |
Develop and implement community programs |
LGACOM502B |
Devise and conduct community consultations |
TLIR4003A |
Negotiate a contract |
Industry leadership Focus C - Strategic development
Unit code |
Unit title |
SFILEAD501C |
Develop and promote industry knowledge |
SFILEAD502C |
Shape strategic thinking |
SFILEAD503C |
Cultivate productive working relationships |
SFILEAD504C |
Plan and achieve change and results |
SFILEAD505C |
Communicate with influence |
SFILEAD506C |
Demonstrate personal drive and integrity |
SFILEAD507C |
Provide corporate leadership |
Strategic management
Unit code |
Unit title |
BSBATSIC411C |
Communicate with the community |
BSBEBU501A |
Investigate and design e-business solutions |
BSBMGT516C |
Facilitate continuous improvement |
BSBLED501A |
Develop a workplace learning environment |
BSBINM501A |
Manage an information or knowledge management system |
BSBINN502A |
Build and sustain an innovative work environment |
BSBMGT502B |
Manage people performance |
BSBMGT605B |
Provide leadership across the organisation |
BSBMGT616A |
Develop and implement strategic plans |
BSBSUS501A |
Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability |
BSBWOR501B |
Manage personal work priorities and professional development |
PSPPOL501A |
Develop organisation policy |