Plant Protection
Country
Ireland
Partner
NUID UCD
Issuing institution
Teagasc Ashtown
Programme Title
Plant Protection
EQF level
4
ECTS
15
Learning Outcomes (LOs)
Learning outcomes include understanding the range, formulations, and uses of pesticides in horticulture, describing pest and disease control measures and relevant legislative practices, and identifying various horticultural pests and diseases. Additionally, students will learn to apply pesticides correctly using a knapsack sprayer.
LOs Assessment
Assignment 20%
Skills Demonstration 40%
Examination – Theory 40%
Form of participation (online, in person)
In-person. Course material will be delivered face to face through a combination of practical instruction and assessment and class based teaching.
Recognition procedure
Upon completion, participants will receive a QQI Level 5 minor award in plant protection. Aswell as this, On successful completion of this course, students will be fully qualified under DAFM Sustainable Use of Pesticides (SUD) legislation.
Duration
120 hours ( over 25 weeks)
This module will equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to protect plants and horticultural crops from harmful effects of weeds, pests and diseases; and to select appropriate, safe and sustainable control measures.
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