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The Agricultural Science at QLS Level 4 is all you need to advance your career in relevant fields.
Agriculture is an essential part of human life. It's the main economic activity in most countries and creates most of the world's food. Almost all countries have some form of agricultural activity or industry. Many jobs are created by farming and are essential for supporting human life. Most people who work in agriculture are farmers, but some are involved in industrial farming. Agriculturalists study all aspects of agriculture to improve efficiency and understand how to manage natural resources best.
This course will help you to get an idea about agricultural systems and foundations. All important sectors of agriculture have been discussed briefly and precisely. Therefore, you can get a good concept quickly and make it happen practically.
Enrol now to discover everything you need to know about Agricultural Science at QLS Level 4 and the skills to improve your talents in this field and be confident in your knowledge bucket with One Education as your right hand!
Meet the Endorsement & Accreditation
The Quality Licence Scheme has been designed specifically to recognise high-quality courses. This Agricultural Science at QLS Level 4 course materials is recognised by Quality Licence Scheme (QLS). This ensures the deep research and quality resource allocation behind the development phase of the course. In addition, the QLS certificate enriches your CV and recognises your quality study on the relevant subject. Also, CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS) accreditation assures the Agricultural Science at QLS Level 4 course training and learning activities are relevant, reliable, and up to date.
Key Benefits
Learning materials of the Design course contain engaging voiceover and visual elements for your comfort.
Get 24/7 access to all content for a full year.
Each of our students gets full tutor support on weekdays (Monday to Friday)
Course Curriculum:
Module 1: Introduction to Agricultural Science
Agriculture
Agriculture as Art, Science and Business of Crop Production
Agronomy
Seeds and Crop Management
Sowing Date
Sowing Depth
Planting Pattern and Sowing Method
Crop Emergence
Module 2: Horticulture and The Nursery Production
Horticulture
What Is Horticulture?
Basic Needs
Nursery
Climatic ConsiderationsSoil Factors
Container Nursery Production
Containers
Advantages and Disadvantages
Field Nursery
Types of Production
Module 3: Plant Propagation
What Is Plant Propagation?
Sexual Propagation
SeedGerminationWaterLightOxygenTemperatureMethods of Breaking Dormancy
Asexual Propagation
CuttingLayeringDivisionSeparation
Module 4: Soil Science
What Is Soil?
Soil Profile
Soil Particles
Sand
Slit
Clay
Soil Structure
Soil pH
Module 5: Plant Nutrition
Essential Soil Minerals for Plants
Macronutrients
Primary Nutrients
Secondary Nutrients
Micronutrients
Module 6: Controlling Plant Pests
Pests
Pesticides
InsecticidesFungicidesNematicidesRodenticidesMolluscicidesMiticidesAvicides
Methods of Pesticide Application
Other Measures for Controlling Pests
Organic Pest and Insect ControlElimination of Breeding GroundsPoisoned BaitField Burning
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Goals of IPM
Tools for an IPM Program
Module 7: Weed Control
Weeds
Types of Weeds
Proactive Weed Management Strategies
Crops that Kill Weeds
Crop Rotations
Intercropping
Weeder Geese
Tillage
Organic Methods
Herbicides
Classification of Herbicides
Timing of Application
Methods of Application
Integrated Weed Management
Module 8: Home Gardening
Introduction
Locating Plants
Characteristics of Home-Grown Plants
Care and Maintenance
Module 9: Ornamental Plants
Ornamental Horticulture
Ornamentals in Society
Herbaceous Ornamental Plants
Growth Cycle
Other Operational Classifications
Woody Ornamental Plants
Shrubs
Trees
Vines
Module 10: Cut Flowers
What Makes a Good Cut Flower?
In the Vase
Shedding
In the Garden
Harvesting
The Right Stage to Pick
How to Pick
How Often to Cut
Conditioning
Stem Preparation
Searing
Make Your Own Flower Food
Harvesting for Drying
Module 11: Permaculture
Definition
Permaculture Ethics
Aspects of Permaculture
Theories
Stacking
The Forest Garden
Zones
Module 12: Aquaculture
Definition? ?
Aquaculture? ?Categories? ?
Cold Water SpeciesTemperate Water SpeciesWarm Water SpeciesTropical Species
Harvesting? ?Methods? ?for? ?Fish
The Seine or Drag NetThe Drain HarvestFish Pumps?Other Harvesting MethodsDip Nets
Module 13: Animal Farming - Raising Beef Cattle
Cow
Raising Beef Cattle
Breeding
Natural Breeding
Artificial Breeding
Slaughter
Module 14: Animal Farming - Milking of Dairy Cattle
Milking
Milking Machine
Milking by Hand
Milk
Pasteurisation
Raw Milk
Storage
Usage
Course Assessment
To simplify the procedure of evaluation and accreditation for learners, we provide an automated assessment system. Upon completion of an online module, you will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test. The results will be evaluated instantly, and the score will be displayed for your perusal. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%.
When all tests have been successfully passed, you will be able to order a certificate endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme.
Certificate of Achievement
Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme
After successfully completing the (Agricultural Science at QLS Level 4), learners will get an endorsed certificate (included with the course) delivered right to their doorstep by post, without paying a single penny! Please note that learners residing outside the UK have to pay a £10 postage charge.
Accredited Certification from One Education
After successfully completing the MCQ assessment of this (Agricultural Science at QLS Level 4), you will also qualify for a CPD Accredited Certificate from One Education, as proof of your continued professional development. Certification is available in PDF format, at the cost of £9, or a hard copy can be sent to you via post, at the cost of £15.
120 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
This Agricultural Science at QLS Level 4 course is designed to enhance your expertise and boost your CV. Learn key skills and gain a certificate of achievement to prove your newly-acquired knowledge.
This Agricultural Science at QLS Level 4 course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.
Upon successful completion of the Agricultural Science at QLS Level 4 Course, learners will be equipped with many indispensable skills and have the opportunity to grab. Jobs you can explore:
General farmworker
Agricultural Liaison
Sustainable Farming Officer
Agriculture Specialist
Agricultural Inspector
Agricultural Service Technician
With a team of industry professionals producing and delivering our course content, you can be sure the skills and knowledge you learn apply to your career aspirations in manag...