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Agricultural Science Diploma
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CPD Certified Diploma | FREE PDF Certificate | Audio Visual Learning | 10 CPD Points | Tutor Support | 1 Year Access

Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
6 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
1 year
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
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Assessment details
  • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)/Assignment (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

Agriculture and farming are the sources of what we live on. People now understand the importance of agriculture and farming to save the human race and the environment.

The desire for fresh and organic products is booming. People encourage fresh organic production and even agree to pay the extra pounds for consuming those.

If you already could see the career opportunity blast in this industry, start your preparation with us now!

This industry expert-developed Agricultural Science course is offered to help you in that preparation. Learn from A to Z about agriculture and farming. Its well-organised course module will give you a tour of the multiple steps of being an expert farmer. At first step, it will give you a proper introduction to agricultural science. The next modules explain about horticulture and nursery, plant propagation, soil science, nutrition needed for plants, and techniques to control weeds and pests. It has training materials on home gardening, ornamental plants and flower cutting art, too, for those who want to take it as a personal hobby.

Ideas on permaculture and aquaculture have been presented in separate lessons. The contents then end with lessons on animal farming and milk processing methods.

Learning Outcome:

Agricultural Science has been designed to help learners to:

  • Know about the important life skill of agriculture and farming
  • Scale up from zero knowledge to advanced knowledge about agriculture and farming
  • Have step by step training on the farming process
  • Know about enough science, technology and nutrition propositions to develop your own farm
  • Get guidance on further study to make a sure innovative contributions to the industry

Get our premium Agricultural Science course with a Free PDF Certificate at an unbelievable price

Each session in this course is thorough and easy-to-understand. The extensive Agricultural Science course materials of Agricultural Science are accessible at any time and from any location, allowing you to study at your own speed in the comfort of your own home. Throughout the Agricultural Science course, you will receive tutor support, and our helpful customer service is available around-the-clock to help you with any problems you might face while studying the Agricultural Science.

What You Get Out Of Studying Agricultural Science With Janets

  • Free PDF certificate upon successful completion of the Agricultural Science course
  • Full one-year access to course materials
  • Instant assessment results
  • Full tutor support available from Monday to Friday
  • Study the Agricultural Science course at your own pace
  • Accessible, informative modules taught by expert instructors
  • Get 24/7 help or advice from our email and live chat teams with the training
  • Study at your own time through your computer, tablet or mobile device
  • Improve your chance of gaining valuable skills by completing the Agricultural Science course

Assessment details

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)/Assignment

Included in course price

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Description

Agricultural Science 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 Considerations
    • Soil Factors
  • Container Nursery Production
  • Containers
  • Advantages and Disadvantages
  • Field Nursery
  • Types of Production

Module 3: Plant Propagation

  • What Is Plant Propagation?
  • Sexual Propagation
    • Seed
    • Germination
    • Water
    • Light
    • Oxygen
    • Temperature
    • Methods of Breaking Dormancy
  • Asexual Propagation
    • Cutting
    • Layering
    • Division
    • Separation

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
    • Insecticides
    • Fungicides
    • Nematicides
    • Rodenticides
    • Molluscicides
    • Miticides
    • Avicides
  • Methods of Pesticide Application
  • Other Measures for Controlling Pests
    • Organic Pest and Insect Control
    • Elimination of Breeding Grounds
    • Poisoned Bait
    • Field 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 Species
    • Temperate Water Species
    • Warm Water Species
    • Tropical Species
  • Harvesting? ?Methods? ?for? ?Fish
    • The Seine or Drag Net
    • The Drain Harvest
    • Fish Pumps
    • Other Harvesting Methods
    • Dip 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

Certification

All students who successfully complete the Agricultural Science course can instantly download their free e-certificate. You can also purchase a hard copy of the Agricultural Science course certificate, which will be delivered by post for £9.99.

Who is this course for?

The Agricultural Science is ideal for those who already work in this sector or are an aspiring professional.

Requirements

The Agricultural Science is open to all students and has no formal entry requirements.

Career path

  • Agricultural engineering technician - Salary: £23,000 to £38,000
  • Agricultural engineer - Salary: £25,000 to £45,000
  • Agricultural inspector - Salary: £23,000 to £40,000
  • Agricultural surveyor - Salary: £22,000 to £43,000
  • Agronomist. Salary - £20,000 to £45,000

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CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

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