Agricultural Digital Technologies short course
AHC51422
Nationally accredited qualification
2 months
Online learning
+ practical workshop
Flexible delivery locations
Develop your ability to use sophisticated GIS technology and interpret complex, online data that you'll learn to relate back to your farm.
You’ll learn how to use digital technologies and provide solutions to improve soil health and yield, and lower the impact of pests, weeds and erosion at your on-farm location.
You’ll gain practical experience working with new technologies and learn skills such as:
- using and analysing data to develop treatment strategies
- using a fallow field to take soil samples
- using GPS equipment related to GIS information
- working with technologies to support your improved, organisational tasks.
This short course contains units from the Diploma of Agribusiness Management (AHC51422).
How you'll learn
This course is delivered through a blended learning model. You will complete approximately 6-8 weeks of online content, followed by two days of face-to-face practical training.
Assessment
You will be assessed through a variety of methods, including written case studies, project-based assessment, and written exams.
Start dates
June 2024
This program can be run at locations around Australia on request. Contact us for details.
Locations require minimum numbers to go ahead.
Pathways
Use this qualification as credit towards other programs, including:
You'll need to successfully complete the following three units to gain this qualification:
Course | Course code |
---|---|
Select and implement a GIS for sustainable agricultural systems | AHCAGB516 |
Select and use agricultural technology | AHCAGB521 |
Collect and manage data | AHCWRK502 |
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Create your USI
You must provide a Unique Student Identifier (USI) before we can accept your enrolment.
Resources
2024 UQ Skills Student Handbook (PDF, 2.7 MB) (includes student support and policy information)
Full fee: $1,920
Disclaimer
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