These courses in irrigation are designed to develop and enhance a range of skills required for employment in the agribusiness and irrigation construction industries.
Assessment Methods
Assessment methods for these courses include:
- written activities and assignments
- oral activities
- participation in a group
- written and oral tests
- practical demonstrations or exercises
- projects.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: RTE31303
- Local Fees: fees and charges
Campus: Epping
Duration
Part-time: available
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Successful completion of the certificate courses leads to study at the higher levels, including at Diploma level.
Study Pathways at NMIT
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course may gain entry into a wide range of occupations available within the agribusiness industries.
Entrance Requirements
There are no prerequisites to entry at each level. Recognised prior education and/or experience will determine appropriate entry level.
Materials
Assessment Methods
Assessment methods for these courses include: written activities and assignments, oral activities, participation in a group, written and oral tests, Practical demonstrations or exercises, projects. written and oral tests practical demonstrations or exercises projects.
Materials
Students will need to provide writing materials.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Part-time:
Please contact the department directly if you are interested in studying part time.
You can enrol in part-time courses at an Information and Enrolment Session
Units of Study
| Code | Subject | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCS3050A | Connect irrigation system from drinkable water (potable) supply | N/A | Core |
| RTC3701A | Respond to emergencies | 60 | Core |
| RTC3805A | Coordinate work site activities | 70 | Core |
| RTE3601A | Install irrigation systems | 70 | Core |
| RTE3603A | Install drainage systems | 50 | Core |
| RTE3604A | Troubleshoot drainage systems | 30 | Core |
| RTE3605A | Troubleshoot irrigation systems | 50 | Core |
| RTE3606A | Measure drainage systems performance | 70 | Core |
| RTE3607A | Measure irrigation delivery system performance | 70 | Core |
| RTE3608A | Monitor and operate water treatment processes | 70 | Core |
| RTE3609A | Operate fertigation equipment | 70 | Core |
| RTE3610A | Operate gravity-fed irrigation systems | 50 | Core |
| RTE3611A | Operate pressurised irrigation systems | 50 | Core |
| RTE3612A | Implement a maintenance program for an irrigation system | 50 | Core |
| RTE3713A | Carry out workplace OH&S procedures | 50 | Core |
| RTE3714A | Maintain and monitor environmental work practices | 50 | Core |
| WRRCS3B | Interact with customers | 36 | Core |
| WRRS2B | Advise on products and services | 27 | Core |
**Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications, which must be provided as evidence of completion.
