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

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

...The training is in line with National Proficiency Test Council units CS30, CS31 & CS36. NPTC testing can be arranged for candidates wishing to follow the NPTC blue book route... More

...to all other chainsaw training being undertaken Novice chainsaw operators and persons who require frormal certification for chainsaw use. This is the initial... More

...Maintain effective working relationships with others 3. Maintain and develop personal performance F7LR 04 Assist with Planting and Establishing Plants... 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

...they can choose to work towards a landscaping option or a plant production option. F7TD Maintain General Amenity Turf 1. Maintain the health of general amenity turf... 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

..., 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

...Designed as an introduction for those who may consider a career in the land-based industries. SVQ Horticulture Level 1 Course Summary: Designed as an introduction... Learn about: Crop Science, Plant Science... More

...Horticulture HNC can apply to progress into Year 2 of the HND Garden Design... More

...Range of Outdoor Plants Basic Maintenance of Horticultural Machinery Assess Site Requirements Organise Resources and Work Schedules Health and Safety Legislation... Learn about: Plant Science, Crop Science... More

...You will undertake a project in an area of special interest to you, and there is usually an optional study tour. Progression Opportunities Upon successful... More

...Work and college based continuous assessment No final examination Duration: Flexible but normally within 1 year Attendance: Rutherglen Campus... Learn about: Crop Science, Plant Science... More

...How Will I Learn You will have your own garden plot in year one and undertake a specialist project in an area of particular interest to you in year... More

...Full-time Part-time Day-release Possible Progression Routes: HND Horticulture Employment in various sectors of the Land-based Industries... Learn about: Plant Science, Crop Science... More

...This full-time course is suitable for anyone who has a serious interest in the care and welfare of animals and who wishes to gain the knowledge necessary... Learn about: Animal Care... More

...Progression Opportunities: Progression to HND year 2 is at the discretion of the college. Progression to years 1or 2 of a degree course may be possible... Learn about: Animal Care... More

...Study weekends for distance learning students allow the opportunity for group work and for visits to relevant industries. Progression Opportunities... Learn about: Business and Management, IT Management... More