Animal Production NQF 5

National Diploma: Animal Production NQF 5

Qualification ID: 49011

Credits: 240

Duration: 12 Months

Delivery Mode: Classroom

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this qualification is to allow Junior Farm Managers to progress towards a Farm Manager position with specific reference to Animal Production.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES.

At the completion of this Plant production qualification delegates will be able to:

• Monitor, implement, co-ordinate, plan, control and provide leadership regarding the agricultural processes as applicable to animal production in a variety of Animal Production processes taking responsibility for the nature, quality and quantity of outputs.
• Take complete responsibility for her/his own actions and also take responsibility for the achievements of groups within an Animal Production context.
• Gained competency in any of the specialized sub-fields of Animal Production as specified under areas of specialization (i.e., Small stock, Large Stock, Dairy Production, Aqua Culture, etc.) with a strong focus on management.
• Take responsible decisions within a wide range of familiar and un-familiar contexts based on a sound understanding of the basic principles of agri-business and good agricultural practices, in meeting the set objectives and targets within the broader farm plan which includes the economical application of general resources, agricultural production and technical knowledge and skills, all in an Animal Production context.
• Select from a wide range of standard and non-standard procedures in Animal Production and will be able to ensure the relevant safety, quality, hygiene and technical standards as applicable within the industry.
• Well positioned to extend learning and practice into other sub-fields such as Plant Production and Mixed Farming, since such efforts will only require additional learning within the elective scope of other qualifications at this level.
• Actively participate in the Primary Agricultural Sector through the production of quality agricultural products, enhancing the overall agricultural process and gain opportunities to access local, national and international agricultural markets.
• Become economically active in farming practices that will have a direct impact on Local Economic Development through the production of food, the improvement of household food security and access to mainstream agriculture.
• Guide and direct project teams in terms of the planning, implementation and control of development projects within an Animal Production context.