Hydroponics Courses

ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN APPLIED MANAGEMENT (HORTICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY) C12CN001 900 hours Advanced Certificate

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This hydroponics certificate qualification provides sound knowledge of horticultural principles in the culture, use and management of plants - in various production situations at supervisory and management level, or as a business operator/owner.

It provides an understanding of modern technology and its application to growing plants, with emphasis on hydroponic production. Skills obtained throughout the course will enable you to set up your own business and feel confident consulting on the use of Hydroponics.

This course is designed to train people for supervisory or managerial positions in a "specific" industry sector.

The Advanced Certificate in Applied Management involves the following areas of work:

CORE STUDIES - 4 units of compulsory subjects for all students. This involves at least 400 hours.

STREAM STUDIES - stream units for the development of knowledge in a chosen specialisation or industry sector. This involves at least 300 hours of study.

PROJECT - a "management in the workplace project" of 200 hrs involving approved work experience in a small business.The project specifically aims to provide the student with the opportunity to apply and integrate skills and knowledge developed through various areas of formal study.

This particular course specialises in horticultural technology (hydroponics) management and supervision it concentrates on the horticulturally valuable crops, such as cut flowers and vegetables, on plant breeding; and on broad management and business skills needed to make a success of horticultural technology business.

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AQUAPONICS 100 hours Statement of Attainment 10 lessons

WHAT IS AQUAPONICS?

Aquaponics is the integration of hydroponics with aquaculture technologies, it has also been referred to as Urban Agriculture.

• Hydroponics is the horticultural process of growing plants in mediums other than soil.
• Aquaculture is the culture of aquatic organisms (such as fish and crustaceans) for commercial purposes under controlled or partly controlled conditions.

Study Aquaponics Now - learn to grow crops in hydroponics and fish or crayfish in the runoff waste water. 100 hour course.

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CERTIFICATE IN HORTICULTURE (HORTICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY) VHT002 700 hours Certificate

Want to work in hydroponics? You will need more than just knowledge of hydroponic growing systems. This excellent and comprehensive course covers the general horticultural knowledge required for successful plant growing (irrelevant of the method) in the first 15 lessons then focuses on hydroponics in the second half.”

Core Units cover: Introduction to Plants, Plant Culture, Soils and Nutrition, Plant Identification and Use, Propagation & Pests, Diseases and Weeds. Stream studies cover hydroponic systems, nutrition management, greenhouse operation & management, conducting a trial, production processes for vegetables, berries, flowers, herbs etc, Harvest and Post Harvest techniques, plant breeding, etc

This 700 hr IARC accredited course that develops knowledge and skills in the application of modern technology to horticulture; with particular emphasis on hydroponics. This course is similar to other VHT002 horticulture certificates in its introductory (core) units, but devotes 50% of the course to topics specifically related to horticultural technology and hydroponics in particular.

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CERTIFICATE IN HYDROPONICS VHT103 600 hours Certificate

This course provides an understanding of modern technology and its application to growing plants, with emphasis on hydroponic production.

Hydroponics is an eco friendly way of producing horticultural crops, efficiently with low environmental impact; maximum water efficiency and great business potential. Graduates develop an excellent foundation for working in hydroponics, whether in their own business or elsewhere; on a farm, hydroponic supply business or as a consultant.

General Objectives of this course:

1. To provide a sound basis of knowledge in horticultural principles as they apply to the culture, use and management of plants in various production situations.

2. To provide new and existing employees who are unable to undertake on campus training with the opportunity to gain appropriate knowledge in the field of plant culture, use and management.

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HOME HYDROPONICS AHT107 100 hours Statement of Attainment

HYDROPONICS FOR THE HOME ENTHUSIAST

This is a good starting point for those who have little experience in horticulture or hydroponics; whose main interest is in growing at home. Unlike our other courses, this course is NOT intended for commercial growing in any way. You will learn the theory behind hydroponic culture, as well as receive first hand practical experience as you set up your own basic hydroponic system.

This unique home study course is 100 hrs and covers the essentials of home hydroponics in 12 lessons. Gain skills and understanding in:

nutrient solutions
plant nutriion
hydroponic systems
greenhouses
nutrient films and soil media
plant culture and more.

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HYDROPONIC MANAGEMENT (HYDROPONICS II) BHT213 100 hours Statement of Attainment

HOME STUDY HYDROPONICS COURSE

Develop your capacity to make informed decisions regarding the management of commercially significant hydroponic crops. This course was developed to cover key issues which have been identified as recurrent problems for many experienced growers. It is suitable for anyone who has either completed hydroponics I, or alternatively, has significant prior experience. Gain skills in:

harvesting
post harvest treatment
packaging
grading standards
tomatoes, capsicums, salad greens, cucurbits, strawberries, roses, carnations & orchids

Our tutor Dr Lyn Morgan (a commercial consultant) has found one of the most common needs for hydroponic growers is to know how to properly conduct a trial to determine what to grow and how to grow it -and in doing so avoid costly mistakes.

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HYDROPONICS I (BHT224) 100 hours Statement of Attainment

Learn about Hydroponics from Internationally Recognised leaders in the field

This course provides a very sound foundation in hydroponics for the serious grower, developing an understanding of all major systems, media, nutrients, and a range of the more appropriate plants for hydroponic growing. Over 100 hours (study at your own pace, the average time to complete this module is 4-6 months part time).

Learn about:

nutrient solutions
different hydroponic techniques
rockwool, nft systems,different media,
plant culture, diseases, harvest and post harvest options
cut flowers, herbs and vegetables in hydroponics.

Written and taught by leading international experts including John Mason, author of Commercial Hydroponics (now in it's 8th printing) and Dr Lyn Morgan, author and commercial hydroponic consultant.

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