Teagasc

Location
Kildalton, Kilkenny and Gurteen Agricultural College, Tipperary
Educational program name
Advanced Certificate in Crops and Machinery
Language
English
EQF level
5
I-VET / C-VET
I-VET
Modality
Formal
Short Summary
This course provides students with the latest technology, information, and management skills necessary for a career in tillage farming and industries ancillary to tillage farming. The course content includes machinery operation and maintenance, mechanization, crop husbandry, and financial management. The course includes field trips and outside involvement from the industry. Students will complete a 16-week practical learning period from August until November in addition to the classroom coursework (20 weeks).
Keywords/Topics
Work Practice, Farm Management and Business Planning, Sustainable Farming in the Environment, Sustainable Farm Development, Production Equipment for Crops, Crop Production Management, Crops Market and Management, Farm Equipment Fabrication, Maintenance of Farm Machinery, Mechanical Pesticide Application, Electives
Cost
€990. While €7,000 for a Non-EU Citizen
Contact
L6 Adv Cert Agriculture Crops and Machinery Mgmt - Teagasc | Agriculture and Food Development Authority
Certification
QQI
Start date
2023-09-04
Duration
1 Year (Full time)
Key skill set
Analytical, listening, communication, problem solving skills
Category
Crop and Livestock Production
Entry conditions
Applicants must have the Level 4 Certificate in Agriculture, or equivalent course. All applicants must undergo interview and are required to hold a valid category W driving licence.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion, graduates can progress into employment in the crops and machinery sector or progress to further study in higher education institutes or universities.