Farm Dairy Effluent: System Design and Management
Farming
A course by
Massey University
Learn to design, manage, and audit farm dairy effluent (FDE) systems with this short course for industry professionals, rural advisers, and regulators. Includes assignment work, online contact sessions, and a written examination.
NZ$2,300
inc GST
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NZ$2,300
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
Core skills this course teaches
Develop and apply knowledge in FDE system design
Learners will understand the key principles involved in designing effective and compliant farm dairy effluent systems.
Demonstrate management and auditing skills
Graduates will be able to manage and audit farm dairy effluent systems in accordance with best practices and regulatory standards.
What You're Signing Up For
This professional development course is designed for industry practitioners, rural professionals, regulatory and governance personnel, and scientists who engage in the design, management, or auditing of farm dairy effluent (FDE) systems. The course covers system design, management best practices, auditing methodologies, and regulatory requirements. Participants will complete assignments, attend a two-day online contact course, and sit a written examination. On successful completion, a Massey University Certificate of Completion and five academic credits will be awarded.
Course Content
- Design principles of farm dairy effluent (FDE) systems
- Management and auditing of FDE systems
- Regulatory frameworks for effluent management
- Pre-course study of relevant guidelines
- Use of Dairy Effluent Storage Calculator
- Two assignments relating to FDE system scenarios
- Two-day online contact course (interactive sessions)
- Written examination
What you need to know first
Significant practical or professional experience in dealing with land application systems for farm dairy effluent.
Confirmation of appropriate experience may be required.
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