Course Code and Name:
AHC31016 – Certificate III in Parks and Gardens
Qualification Description:
This qualification provides a vocational outcome in parks and gardens. The parks and gardens industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
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16 units of competency:
- 5 core units plus
- 11 elective units.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
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Select 7 units from the list below:
- 4 units aligned to AQF levels 2, 3 or 4 may be selected from this list or any other endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course
- Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in parks and gardens and must be chosen to ensure the integrity of the qualification outcome at AQF level 3.
Core Units:
Unit Code
Unit Title
AHCPCM301
Implement a plant nutrition program
AHCPCM302
Provide information on plants and their culture
AHCPMG301
Control weeds
AHCPMG302
Control plant pests, diseases and disorders
AHCWHS301
Contribute to work health and safety processes
Elective Units:
Unit Code
Unit Title
AHCARB301
Implement a tree maintenance program
AHCARB308
Install cable and bracing
AHCARB309
Implement a tree protection program
AHCCHM304
Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307
Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
AHCIRG337
Measure irrigation delivery system performance
AHCIRG338
Troubleshoot irrigation systems
AHCIRG345
Install pressurised irrigation systems
AHCIRG346
Operate pressurised irrigation systems
AHCIRG347
Maintain pressurised irrigation systems
AHCLSC301
Set out site for construction works
AHCLSC302
Construct landscape features using concrete
AHCLSC303
Construct brick and or block structures and features
AHCLSC304
Erect timber structures and features
AHCLSC305
Construct stone structures and features
AHCLSC306
Implement a paving project
AHCLSC307
Implement a retaining wall project
AHCLSC308
Install metal structures and features
AHCLSC309
Install water features
AHCLSC310
Implement a tree transplanting program
AHCMOM304
Operate machinery and equipment
AHCNAR301
Maintain natural areas
AHCNAR303
Implement revegetation works
AHCPCM303
Identify plant specimens
AHCPCM304
Report on health and condition of trees
AHCPGD301
Implement a plant establishment program
AHCPGD302
Plan and maintain plant displays
AHCPGD303
Perform specialist amenity pruning
AHCPGD304
Implement a landscape maintenance program
AHCPGD305
Conduct operational inspection of park facilities
AHCPGD306
Implement a maintenance program for an aquatic environment
AHCSOL304
Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas
AHCSOL305
Prepare growing media
AHCTRF307
Construct turf playing surfaces
AHCTRF308
Establish turf
AHCTRF309
Implement a grassed area maintenance program
AHCTRF310
Monitor turf health
AHCTRF311
Renovate sports turf
AHCWRK309
Apply environmentally sustainable work practices
FWPFGM3213
Fall trees manually (advanced)
Qualification Mapping Information
| Code and title current version | Code and title previous version | Comments | Equivalence status |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHC31016 Certificate III in Parks and Gardens Release 2 | AHC31016 Certificate III in Parks and Gardens Release 1 | Updated elective unit codes | Equivalent qualification |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet – https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72