Overview
This qualification provides a general vocational outcome in greenkeeping. The sports turf industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.
Qualification: |
Certificate III in Sports Turf Management AHC31316 |
Program No: |
C3-BE31 |
Campus: |
CIT Bruce |
Duration: |
6 semesters part-time (approx. 8 hours per week) OR full-time equivalent. |
Cost Info: |
The 2019 enrolment fees for this course are based on the costs per subject as indicated below.
Subject costs identified as Profile apply to Standard students and are partially subsidised by the ACT Government. Concessions may be available to eligible students.
Costs identified as Apprentice or Trainee apply only to students studying as part of an Australian Apprenticeship arrangement. The qualification cost for an Apprentice or Trainee is subsidised by the ACT Government. Concessions may be available to eligible Apprentices or Trainees.
Costs identified as Commercial are full fee (FF) and receive no government subsidy. Concessions are not available.
Further information about fees is available at Course fees and assistance
Information about studying under Skilled Capital is also available. |
Indicative Cost: |
$2,129 Apprentice/trainee $1,790 |
Likely Job Outcome: |
Greenkeeper, groundsman |
Enrolment Type: |
Apprentice/Trainee |
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Timetable Information
To help with the enrolment process print your timetable, or keep the window open, so that you can refer back to it for your course (program) code, course (program) name, and the Course Reference Numbers (CRNs).
Additional Information
You will be required to pay an excursion fee of approximately $130.
You will be required to wear relevant work PPE during practical outdoor work at CIT.
Including:
- Protective boots
- Sun smart wear including a hat and gloves
Entry Requirements / How to Apply
You must
- have an ACT Year 10 Certificate or equivalent and be working in the turf industry.
If you are entering this program as an Apprentice under the Australian Apprenticeships arrangements, you must be employed in the industry and you must register with an Apprentice Network Provider (ANP) prior to enrolment.
To study any course at CIT (excluding degrees and non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
Literacy Skills Information
We suggest that you will need Australian Core Skills Framework levels of at least 2 across reading, writing, learning, oral communication and, depending on your program of study, numeracy skills to successfully complete this program. If you do not have this level, you can still enrol and seek support to improve your skills or you may prefer to begin with a lower level program, or enrol in the Certificate I in Skills for Vocational Pathways (FSK10213) to develop your literacy skills. Please visit Foundation Skills or phone (02) 6207 4872 to have a chat to one of our teachers.
Transition Information
Qualifications at CIT are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. CIT will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.
Subject Cancellations/Changes
To ensure positive outcomes for all students, CIT may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. CIT will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via CIT Self Service or by contacting CIT Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.
Subject Information
Complete 16 subjects
Core: Complete all 3
- AHCWHS301 Contribute to work health and safety processes
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CIT Code: | OHSS254 |
Cost: | Profile $107.50 Apprentice $20.00 |
Description: | This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out enterprise work health and safety policies and procedures.
This unit is applicable to individuals. They typically work within clear reporting lines and procedures.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures and work health and safety and other relevant legislation and codes. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- AHCIRG331 Install pressurised irrigation systems
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CIT Code: | HORT1344 |
Cost: | Profile $150.50 Apprentice $150.00 |
Description: | This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide information about and determine its suitability for garden beds or turf areas and determine ameliorants or additives to improve it.
This unit applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- AHCMOM304 Operate machinery and equipment
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CIT Code: | HORT658 |
Cost: | Profile $86.00 Apprentice $65.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate and maintain machinery and equipment.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety requirements manufacturer�s specifications and sustainability practices.
This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources.
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Prerequisites: | Nil |
- AHCTRF301 Construct turf playing surfaces
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CIT Code: | HORT708 |
Cost: | Profile $193.50 Apprentice $190.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to construct soil profiles for the establishment of high-performance sports and recreational turf surfaces.
It applies to the construction of turf playing surfaces in new projects and to the complete renovation of existing soil profiles in sporting, commercial and public recreational open spaces such as golf greens and tees, cricket pitches and other turfed sporting surfaces.
It applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.
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Prerequisites: | Nil |
- AHCPMG301 Control weeds
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CIT Code: | HORT642 |
Cost: | Profile $150.50 Apprentice $20.00 |
Description: | This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and coordinate weed control activities.
This unit applies to workers in agriculture, horticulture or land management-based enterprises who are required to carry out the control of weed infestations using cultural, biological and chemical methods to provide effective, economical control of weeds while minimising damage to the environment. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- AHCPCM301 Implement a plant nutrition program
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CIT Code: | HORT713 |
Cost: | Profile $129.00 Apprentice $20.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor and control the nutritional requirements of and applications to plants across a range of situations and environments.
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Prerequisites: | Nil |
- AHCTRF305 Renovate sports turf
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CIT Code: | HORT721 |
Cost: | Profile $129.00 Apprentice $190.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to implement renovation or remediation of a sports turf area for minor projects and seasonal renovations in the turf industry.
It applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.
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Prerequisites: | Nil |
- AHCTRF302 Establish turf
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CIT Code: | HORT711 |
Cost: | Profile $129.00 Apprentice $20.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to establish turf by sowing, turf laying, sprigging and chaffing or stolonization in sporting, public recreational open space, commercial and residential sites.
It applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.
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Prerequisites: | Nil |
- AHCTRF303 Implement a grassed area maintenance program
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CIT Code: | HORT709 |
Cost: | Profile $129.00 Apprentice $170.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain and repair grassed areas.
It applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.
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Prerequisites: | Nil |
- AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders
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CIT Code: | HORT665 |
Cost: | Profile $172.00 Apprentice $190.00 |
Description: | This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to control plant pests, diseases and disorders, taking into consideration Integrated Pest Management options. The unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify a range of pests, diseases and disorders and beneficial organisms, assess damage or threat to plants and select and apply pest and disease controls and timing of operations. It includes preparing and calibrating equipment, monitoring the effectiveness of controls and keeping records. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- AHCPCM302 Provide information on plants and their culture
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CIT Code: | HORT662 |
Cost: | Profile $150.50 Apprentice $150.00 |
Description: | This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide information to clients and others about plants and their cultural requirements.
It applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
Electives: Complete all 3
- AHCSOL303 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas
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CIT Code: | HORT1343 |
Cost: | Profile $129.00 Apprentice $45.00 |
Description: | This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide information about and determine its suitability for garden beds or turf areas and determine ameliorants or additives to improve it.
This unit applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- AHCCHM303 Prepare and apply chemicals
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CIT Code: | HORT643 |
Cost: | Profile $150.50 Apprentice $75.00 |
Description: | This unit covers the process of preparing and applying chemicals and defines the standard required to:� assess the need for chemical use:� comply with safety, chemical label and MSDS requirements;� prepare an application/spray plan;� prepare and apply chemicals;� calibrate application equipment and maintain chemical records. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
- AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
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CIT Code: | HORT644 |
Cost: | Profile $107.50 Apprentice $75.00 |
Description: | This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely transport, handle and store liquid and dry chemical formulations across a broad range of industry sectors.
This unit does not cover operation of specialised chemical application equipment and machinery or application of chemicals.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety and pesticide legislation and codes. All work is carried out to comply with Safety Data Sheets, chemical label directions and relevant legislative requirements.
This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work and use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
Electives: Complete 1
- AHCWRK309 Apply environmentally sustainable work practices
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CIT Code: | HORT1345 |
Cost: | Profile $107.50 Apprentice $240.00 |
Description: |
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to apply environmentally sustainable work practices.
This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work including limited responsibility for the work of others.
Work routines meet organisational and compliance requirements for ethical handling and welfare of animals, environmental sustainability, work health and safety, and biosecurity appropriate to the work role.
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Prerequisites: | Nil |
Electives: Complete 1
- AHCDRG301 Install drainage systems
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CIT Code: | HORT684 |
Cost: | Profile $107.50 Apprentice $170.00 |
Description: | This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to install surface and subsurface drainage systems.
It applies to individuals who take responsibility for own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures. |
Prerequisites: | Nil |
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More Information
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