Agriculture college courses Scotland

...The aim of the HNC course is to provide you with a husbandry-based programme in production agriculture which, in combination with practical experience and guidance from a manager, will enable you to undertake the running of a farm enterprise... More

.... Have an understanding of responsibilities under Health & Safety at Work Act. 1974 and other current relevant legislation. Suitable for: All personnel required to operate an Agricultural Tractor... Learn about: Farm Machinery... More

...of Practical and Knowledge Evidence. After completion of the course the candidate will be competent to carry out duties unsupervised. Duration... More

...Chainsaw Operation A very practical hands on course where candidates will practice a range of chainsaw operations such as felling, delimbing and cross cutting... More

...This is the initial course which is requried prior to all other chainsaw training being undertaken Course review: A 2 day course covering maintenance... More

...must complete all of the three mandatory units: F7TG 04 Maintain Safe and Effective Working Practices 1. Maintain the safety of self and others in the workplace... More

...Course Content: Plant Recognition and Protection Soils Plant Biology Horticultural Practices Nursery Procedure Machinery Business Start-up Assessment... Learn about: Plant Science, Crop Science... More

...The aim of the HND course is to provide you with a vocational programme based on the skills and knowledge required for employment at supervisory/junior managerial level within the agricultural industry and for self-employment in farming or other land-based sectors... More

...* Establishing crops in the growing medium * Maintaining healthy growth of a selected crop * Monitoring the progress and health of the crop * Procedures... More

...Spreading and levelling Backfilling deep excavations Explanation of towed attachments... Learn about: Farm Machinery... More

...Continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments Final examination Duration: 1 year (August - June) Attendance: Rutherglen Campus... Learn about: Plant Science, Crop Science... More

..., agricultural energy efficiency and pollution control, with a choice of elective subjects ranging from renewable energy and specialised field crops to the quality... Learn about: Agricultural Science... More

...Specialised Plants, water Gardens and Design History Assessment: Continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments End of year project and examination Duration... Learn about: Crop Science, Plant Science... More

...and plant physiology. Practical work will include horticultural techniques for plant propagation and the growing on of plants, garden maintenance... More

...Maintenance of Gardening Tools and Equipment Assessment: Continuous, based mainly on practical work and the production of a portfolio of evidence Duration... Learn about: Plant Science, Crop Science... More

...completion of this course, students may apply to join year three of SRUC’s BSc/BSc (Hons) Horticulture or BSc/BSc (Hons) Horticulture with Plantsmanship... More

...Rutherglen Campus: Day-release Possible Progression Routes: SVQ Horticulture: Amenity Level 3 Enhanced employment opportunities... Learn about: Crop Science, Plant Science... More

...What Will I Learn Year one consists of the HNC Horticulture. In year two, you will specialise in subjects relating to the horticulture of botanic gardens... More

...and Maintain a Range of Plants Create Grass and Planted Areas Planning Control of Pests, Diseases and Disorders Organise Resources and Work Schedules Assessment... Learn about: Crop Science, Plant Science... More

...be possible on completion of the two year HND programme... Learn about: Animal Care... More