Agriculture courses Dorchester

...production Deer management What is involved? Underpinning knowledge, practical skills development. Where will it take me? Trainee keeper, underkeeper...

...What materials are required? Steel toe capped boots, overalls. How will I be assessed? Practical test by NPTC Assessor How much will it cost?...

...What will I be learning about? Understand legislation relating to the examination of arboricultural equipment Identify a range of lifting and lowering equipment used in arboriculture...

...directly related to tree inspection. The course is not aimed at covering report writing, however presentation of findings will be examined and advice given...

...Fitting a new recoil starter cord Sharpening a cutter knife Replace nylon cords Methods of operating saws Adjusting a harness Maximum blade speeds What is involved?...

...It is a very pleasurable experience for the horse and can act as a therapeutic treatment for stressed or nervous horses. Used regularly, equine massage...

...analysis Plus 5 other optional units to suit your current workplace situation in landscaping or sports turf management. What materials are required?...

...**Agreement to sit the final examinations is a requirement of enrolment.** What qualifications will I need? RHS Advanced Certificate in Horticulture...

...Pre'start safety Pedestrian controlled or tractor mounted operations Legal and safety requirements Fuel storage and transportation Safe lifting and handling...

...separate day by arrangement between the candidate and the external NPTC appointed assessor. What qualifications will I need? Minimum age 16 years...

...Members of the general public are warmly invited to attend. What qualifications will I need? Interest and enthusiasm How will I be assessed?...

...as well as carrying out routine maintenance. Please note: The 2 hour assessment takes place on a separate day by arrangement between the candidate...

...literacy, study skills, information technology and vocational skills is available. What qualifications will I need? Interest and enthusiasm in working in the landbased industries...

...Included in the course is practical instruction, theory sessions and work experience on our own yard where students gain plenty of practical experience...

...At least one of the following: BTEC First Certificate or Diploma in a related subject. NVQ 1 or land based operations. An acceptable standard of numeracy and literacy...

...What materials are required? Chainsaw boots and suitable outdoor clothing for practicals. Basic stationery and writing materials What is next?...

...a passport size photograph on the first day of their course. What is next? NPTC Chainsaw Certificate of Competence How will I be assessed? Assessment takes...

...Protective equipment Risk assessment Legal framework Tree surveys Tree hazard assessment Methodology Recording pro'formas Determining the scope and limits...

...of the powered pruner Prepare the powered pruner to work safely Carry out daily and routine maintenance Operate the powered pruner safely according...

...Minimum age 16 years. What will I be learning about? Core units: Horticultural machinery Plant identification Ground preparation and plant establishment...