About the Course

Course Description:

This is a new course developed for tradespersons/landscapers/horticulturists wishing to develop applied design skills applicable to landscape or those wishing to gain recognition for skills already held.

Course Structure:

 A total of 12 units of competency must be completed.

Units of Study:

The following 12 units of compentency must be completed:

Applied design practice
VBN517 Generate design solutions
VBN518 Implement design solutions
CUVDSP04A Research and apply the history and theory of design to design practice

Industry practice
BSBMKG407A Make a presentation
RTC4905A Cost a project
VBP324 Monitor and finalise landscape project works

Practical design skills
VBP092 Produce computer aided landscape designs
BCGVE2001A Produce construction drawings
VBP193 Design towards sustainable landscape

Technical/specialist skills
RTC4024A Recommend plants and cultural practices
VBP194 Prepare a garden design and maintenance program
VBP195 Apply construction principles and techniques to landscape design

Employment Outcomes

Career Opportunities:

Employment as a landscape designer.

Professional recognition:

This is a national qualification which is formally recognised throughout Australia.

How To Apply

Entry Requirements:

This is a post- trade qualification and entry into the program requires a minimum of Certificate III in Horticulture (Landscape) or equivalent qualification or relevant industry experience. Applicants with trade level qualifications in other Horticulture Industry sectors will be considered.

The ability to operate a personal computer is a pre-requisite for at least one competency, so basic computer literacy/competency is a course requirement.

Credit Transfer:

Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to 'Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide' at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//

Pathways (articulation):

An advanced credit transfer system, known as the Pathways program, is in place at Swinburne. Through Pathways, students with one or more of a wide range of post-secondary qualifications (both local and international) can gain entry into a course with advanced standing. Certain subject requirements must be met and an acceptable standard of results achieved in order to gain admission and for maximum credit to be granted. For further information refer to 'Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//

Recognition of Prior Learning:

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.

Further details for students considering TAFE courses can be found on the RPL website.

Course Fees:

TAFE course fees are set by the government, and from 1 January 2008 the fees payable by students enrolled in the TAFE division may be made up of the following:

• Tuition fee ($1.37 per student contact hour)
• Amenities fee
• Materials charges (where applicable)
• Ancillary fee (where applicable)

Concession fees apply for health care card holders.

For full details on TAFE fees, visit the student fees website.

Application Procedure:

Applicants should apply directly to the Department of Horticulture and Environmental Sciences on (03) 9210 1234.

Find Out More

Information Sessions:

2008 Open Day

Sunday 17 August

10:00 am - 4:00 pm               

Only at Hawthorn, Lilydale and Prahran campuses.

For more information, visit www.swinburne.edu.au/openday

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