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Provider: Centre For Urban Greenery And Ecology
1) Prepare for pruning work activities 2) Inspect plants prior to pruning 3) Carry out pruning of small trees and shrubs not exceeding 3 metres in height 4) Perform pruning of basic in ground shaped plants or groups of plants
1) Recognise common pests occurring in landscapes and gardens. 2) Recognise common disease symptoms occurring in landscapes and gardens 3) Recognise a range of common invasive and noxious plant species.
Research a range of plants for varying horticultural and landscape situations 2. Develop an evaluation criteria format for plant selection 3. Evaluate horticultural or landscape situations for plant selection and establishment
Assess project site 2 Produce site analysis report and basic working drawings
1) Prepare for the construction of sports turf grass area. 2) Survey and set out turf construction areas 3) Construct a sports turf profile from sub-base to final surface levels
1. Analyse site and design horticultural softscapes 2. Select plants for the softscapes to meet design scheme and plan specifications
On completion of this unit, the participant will have the knowledge and application skills to develop plans for the pruning and maintenance of trees
1) Determine the principles of managing water resources 2) Test and record water samples to maintain quality supply 3) Develop and implement water management plan and procedures for an individual horticulture operation
1. Collect samples of soil and media for testing 2. Identify the physical, chemical and biological properties of soils identify the characteristics and uses of soils, media and organic matter
1) Prepare for amenity turf maintenance work 2) Supervise the maintenance and cultural practices for amenity turf
1) Examine the interactions of ecosystems and urban and natural environments 2) Assess the possible environmental impacts of common horticultural practices on the site 3) Develop strategies that reduce the adverse practices causing environmental impacts related to the sectors of the landscape industry
Plan the installation of a botanical or plant type collection design 2) Install plant collection or display 3) Maintain the quality and presentation level of a plant collection
1) Prepare the implementation of a project 2) Determine human and physical resources required for the project 3) Develop work schedule for project 4) Implement project 5) Submit works for handover and ongoing maintenance
1. Implement procedures and practices in preparation for above ground pruning 2. Perform pruning from an Elevated Work Platform (EWP)
1 Describe different potting media types and their uses 2 Prepare growing media