CFS427 Weed Management (Principles and Best Practice)
Environment
A course by
NMIT
Learn principles and best practices for weed management in conservation settings, including planning, surveillance, monitoring, and hands-on field skills.
NZ$204
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand the impact of weeds in conservation
Evaluate how weeds affect conservation environments and biodiversity.
Apply weed management strategies
Develop and implement strategic weed management plans suitable for conservation projects.
About This Course
This short course provides an overview of the impact of weeds and weed management practices in conservation environments. Students will learn strategic planning and surveillance for managing weeds, a variety of monitoring techniques, and practical weed control methods. The programme includes both classroom learning and field activities, and covers safety analyses and preparation for effective weed management.
Course Content
- Weed control context
- Weed processes and best practice
- Resources for weed management
- Surveillance techniques
- Developing a weed management plan
- Weed control methods
- Monitoring and reporting
- Group job safety analysis
- Health and Safety in at Work Act 2015 adherence
Entry Requirements
Under 20 years: Achieved NCEA Level 2 (credits in Numeracy, Science or English desirable)
20 years or over: No minimum academic requirements
Build towards these roles
Conservation field assistantWeed control technicianDOC/conservation projects volunteerEnvironmental monitoring roles
Build skills in these industries
ConservationEnvironmental ManagementLand Management
