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Level 3

Install and terminate extra low voltage in irrigation wiring systems

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33433 Coversheet 10 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCINF308. People credited with this standard are able to plan and prepare for installation of extra low voltage wiring; install wiring systems; and check and notify completion of work. The standard applies to individuals who install and terminate extra low voltage wiring systems under broad direction, and take responsibility for their own work.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Operate irrigation controller and sensor technology

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33434 Coversheet 3 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG328. People credited with this standard are able to: prepare for work; operate irrigation controllers; and operate irrigation sensors as part of irrigation installation, construction and operation. The standard applies to individuals who operate irrigation controller and sensor technology under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Install irrigation pumps

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33438 Coversheet 10 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG340. This standard describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and sequence installation tasks, source irrigation system requirements from instructions, install and commission pumping and flow control components, and complete irrigation pump installation. The standard applies to individuals who install irrigation pumps under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Interpret irrigation plans and drawings

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33440 Coversheet 2 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG342. People credited with this standard are able to: apply commonly used symbols and abbreviations; locate and identify key features on a site plan; mark out and peg the site from a plan; and identify required components applicable to installing irrigation systems. The standard applies to individuals who interpret irrigation plans and drawings under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Install pressurised irrigation systems

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33443 Coversheet 12 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG345. People credited with this standard are able to organise resources, set out and prepare an irrigation installation site, and install, commission and complete pressurised irrigation system installation. The standard applies to individuals who install pressurised irrigation systems under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Maintain pressurised irrigation systems

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33445 Coversheet 5 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG347. People credited with this standard are able to: interpret a pressurised irrigation maintenance program, inspect and maintain irrigation systems, and complete and record maintenance activities. The standard applies to individuals who maintain pressurised irrigation systems under broad direction and take responsibility for their own.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Operate machinery and equipment in the irrigation industry

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33457 Coversheet 10 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCMOM304. People credited with this standard are able to prepare and operate irrigation machinery and equipment in a safe and controlled manner. This standard does not apply to chainsaws, tractors, vehicles or earth moving equipment. The standard applies to individuals who operate machinery and equipment under broad direction, and take responsibility for their own work.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Level 4

Demonstrate knowledge of irrigation systems, components, and performance
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

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20955 Unit Standard 6 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of: irrigation systems; irrigation system components, faulty components, and blockages; and irrigation system performance.

Standard-setting body:

Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council

Determine hydraulic parameters for an irrigation system
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2 This unit standard and unit standards 25139, 25140, 25141, 25135, have been replaced by unit standard 28932

20956 Unit Standard 8 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to confirm water delivery specifications for an irrigation system, and perform hydraulic calculations for a pressurised irrigation system.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Demonstrate knowledge of efficiency statistics, calculate KPIs and determine irrigation requirements
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2 This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 28926 and unit standard 28935

20957 Unit Standard 6 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: demonstrate knowledge of population sampling techniques used in irrigation; perform statistical calculations relevant to irrigation; calculate key performance indicators (KPIs) of irrigation systems; and determine irrigation requirements for a specified situation.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Demonstrate knowledge of water, and determine application rates, for irrigation
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2 This unit standard and unit standard 20957 have been replaced by unit standard 28935

20958 Unit Standard 6 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: demonstrate knowledge of the rationale for, and the regional use of, irrigation, legislation governing water use for irrigation, water volume, sources, and quality requirements for irrigation; and determine the rate and amount of water to apply for a given irrigation situation.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Carry out on-site evaluations of irrigation systems
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2 This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 28925 and unit standard 28926

20959 Unit Standard 10 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: plan and conduct on-site irrigation system evaluations; and carry out post-evaluation and pre-leaving checks.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Describe water metering and soil moisture devices and their selection, for measuring performance of irrigation systems
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

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25136 Unit Standard 8 Credits

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This unit standard is for people who design irrigation systems. People credited with this unit standard are able to describe water metering and soil moisture devices for irrigation systems and their installation, and selection and critical point locations of devices to assess performance of an irrigation system.

Standard-setting body:

Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council

Describe irrigation system installation requirements, and prepare, and record information for, a commissioning plan
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Version 2 This unit standard and unit standard 25138 have been replaced by unit standard 28933

25137 Unit Standard 10 Credits

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This unit standard is for people who design, install, or commission irrigation systems. People credited with this unit standard are able to: describe the requirements for installation of irrigation systems and components; and prepare a commissioning plan, design system requirements, and record design and as-built information, for the commissioning of irrigation systems and components.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Describe control systems, pump starters, and electricity, for irrigation systems
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2 This unit standard and unit standards 25139, 25140, 25135, 20956 have been replaced by unit standard 28932

25141 Unit Standard 10 Credits

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This unit standard is for people who design irrigation systems. People credited with this unit standard are able to: describe systems and pump starters for irrigation design; and demonstrate knowledge of compliance requirements of electrical installation and maintenance, and the use of electricity for irrigation systems.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Carry out an irrigation system performance assessment

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28925 Unit Standard 25 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to plan and carry out an on-site irrigation system performance assessment.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 179 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council

Interpret irrigation system performance results against system specifications, and report findings

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Version 2 This unit standard replaced unit standard 20959, 20957 and 20960

28926 Unit Standard 15 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: identify and describe irrigation system specifications and KPIs and their implications on system performance; interpret results of irrigation system performance; and report findings from the irrigation system performance assessment.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 179 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council

Determine irrigation system requirements for a commercial enterprise

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28934 Unit Standard 10 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: describe the Resource Management Act and the implications for sustainable use of water for irrigation; describe soil, crop and climate characteristics and their impacts on an irrigation system; prepare a design brief for an irrigation system.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 179 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council

Carry out seasonal irrigation system scheduling for an irrigation site

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Version 2 This unit standard replaced unit standard 20958 and unit standard 20957.

28935 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: identify irrigation site characteristics and weather forecast conditions; schedule irrigation events and identify their impact on the seasonal progress of the irrigation schedule; and carry out a cost benefit analysis for applying water during an irrigation event and recommend a course of action.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 179 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council

Manage the planning, operation and maintenance of an irrigation system

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28936 Unit Standard 25 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: develop a site-specific operation and maintenance plan for an irrigation system; and manage the operation and maintenance of an irrigation system.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 179 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council

Troubleshoot irrigation systems

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33436 Coversheet 10 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG338. People credited with this standard are able to: locate and identify faulty components and blockages; shut down and isolate components; replace faulty components and clear blockages; and return system to normal operating status The standard applies to individuals who troubleshoot irrigation systems under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Monitor soils under irrigation

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33437 Coversheet 5 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG339. People credited with this standard are able to: assess the physical properties of irrigated soil; monitor soil moisture properties and soil chemical properties; and implement strategies to optimise the irrigation growing environment for plants. The standard applies to individuals who monitor soils under irrigation under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Operate irrigation injection equipment

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33441 Coversheet 5 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG343. People credited with this standard are able to: prepare, operate and shut down irrigation injection equipment; monitor plant response and environmental impacts of injection process; and record information. The standard applies to individuals who operate irrigation injection equipment under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Operate pressurised irrigation systems

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33444 Coversheet 3 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG346. People credited with this standard are able to carry out pre-start checks; inspect; and operate, monitor and shut down irrigation systems. The standard applies to individuals who operate pressurised irrigation systems under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Operate and maintain a moving irrigation system

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33446 Coversheet 5 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG348. People credited with this standard are able to: install a moving sprinkler irrigation system; complete assembly of moving sprinkler components; commission a moving sprinkler irrigation system; operate the system, monitor irrigation operation; carry out system maintenance; and shut down the system in response to irrigation indicators. The standard applies to individuals who operate and maintain moving irrigation systems under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Recommend irrigation products and services

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33447 Coversheet 10 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG349. People credited with this standard are able to: research and apply knowledge of store product range; recommend irrigation products; estimate quantities; provide product warranty advice; negotiate price and payment options; and provide advice and arranging product service and repairs, to fulfil the needs of a client. The standard applies to individuals who recommend irrigation products and services under broad direction, and take responsibility for their own work.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Implement an irrigation-related environmental protection program

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33449 Coversheet 2 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG436. People credited with this standard are able to: provide information to staff involved in irrigation and related work; implement and monitor procedures for identifying risks to the environment and maintaining effective control measures; implement procedures for responding to potential and actual environmental pollution events; and implement and monitor procedures for maintaining environmental protection record. The standard applies to individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge to the implementation of an irrigation related environmental protection program and have responsibility for the output of others. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable problems.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Interpret and apply irrigation designs

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33451 Coversheet 5 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG439. People credited with this standard are able to: identify irrigation design key features, define the placement and function of irrigation system, mark out structures and component locations, estimate earth moving requirements, select pumps and system components, mark out the location of all components, and develop staff instructions. The standard applies to individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge to the interpretation and application of irrigation designs and have responsibility for the output of others. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable problems.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Manage a moving sprinkler irrigation system

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33452 Coversheet 5 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG440. People credited with this standard are able to: prepare a moving sprinkler irrigation system for operation; develop and implement start-up and shutdown procedures; trouble shoot for faults and blockages; and measure and review moving sprinkler irrigation system performance. The standard applies to individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge to the management of moving sprinkler irrigation systems and have responsibility for the output of others. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable problems.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Evaluate water supply for irrigation

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33453 Coversheet 3 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG441. People credited with this standard are able to: determine irrigation water needs; assess water quality of water source; determine cost and availability of alternative water sources; and complete water sourcing or acquisition arrangements. The standard applies to individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge to evaluate water supply for irrigation. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable problems.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Supervise irrigation system installation

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33454 Coversheet 10 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG442. People credited with this standard are able to: develop and implement construction procedures; interpret irrigation system design; organise resources and supervise construction work; complete installation work; and commission the irrigation system. The standard applies to individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge to the supervision of irrigation system installation and have responsibility for the output of others. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable problems.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Supervise irrigation system maintenance

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33455 Coversheet 10 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG443. People credited with this standard are able to: develop an irrigation system maintenance program, supervise irrigation component maintenance, maintain testing equipment, identify pest and weed infestation in an irrigated area and complete irrigation system maintenance records. The standard applies to individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge to the supervision of irrigation system maintenance and have responsibility for the output of others. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable problems.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Level 5

Analyse on-site irrigation system evaluation data, and prepare reports
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2 This unit standard and unit standards 20959 and 20957 have been replaced by unit standard 28926

20960 Unit Standard 10 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: analyse collected data to determine system performance and seasonal efficiency; and prepare irrigation system evaluation reports.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Develop an operation and maintenance instructions manual for irrigation systems
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2 This unit standard and 25137 have been replaced by unit standard 28933

25138 Unit Standard 8 Credits

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This unit standard is for people who design and/or operate irrigation systems. People credited with this unit standard are able to write instructions for the manual covering the operation and maintenance of irrigation systems in accordance with design specifications, component requirements, and the Irrigation Design Code of Practice.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Demonstrate knowledge of pumps and motors, and their selection, for irrigation systems
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2 This unit standard and unit standards 25140, 25141, 25135, 20956 have been replaced by unit standard 28932

25139 Unit Standard 15 Credits

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This unit standard is for people who design irrigation systems. People credited with this unit standard are able to: demonstrate knowledge of the characteristics of pumps and motors; demonstrate knowledge of affinity laws, and their effect on pump performance; calculate Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH), describe factors causing cavitation, and check NPSH available against NPSH required, in accordance with the Irrigation Design Code of Practice; and describe the selection criteria, and calculate capital and annualised operating costs, for pump and motor combinations for irrigation systems.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Determine irrigation system hydraulic gradeline, surge implications, and performance, and describe speciality valves
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2 This unit standard and unit standards 25139, 25141, 25135, 20956 have been replaced by unit standard 28932

25140 Unit Standard 15 Credits

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This unit standard is for people who design irrigation systems. People credited with this unit standard are able to: calculate the hydraulic gradeline for a pipeline system; carry out surge analysis for an irrigation pipeline system; perform an irrigation system performance analysis; and describe the operation and function of speciality valves, determine their requirement in irrigation pipeline systems, and their influence on hydraulic gradeline.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Select, install, and commission a full pipe water measurement device

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27445 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is for people who are responsible for the selection, installation, and commissioning of full pipe water measurement devices. People credited with this unit standard are able to: select a full pipe water measurement device; prepare for and install a selected full pipe water measurement device; and commission the full pipe water measurement device and complete installation reporting.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 179 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council

Carry out a full pipe water measurement device verification

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27556 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is for people who are responsible for the verification of full pipe water measurement devices required for water permit holders to meet their obligations. People credited with this unit standard are able to: select an appropriate full pipe water measurement device verification methodology; prepare for and carry out a full pipe water measurement device verification; and complete full pipe measurement device verification reporting

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 179 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council

Plan an irrigation system

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Version 2 This unit standard replaced unit standards 25139, 25140, 25141, 25135, and 20956.

28932 Unit Standard 75 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: select a system to best fit the client specifications and design brief; and determine the distribution, pumping and control components for an irrigation system.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 179 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council

Prepare the design and delivery documentation for an irrigation system

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Version 2 This unit standard replaced unit standards 25137 and 25138.

28933 Unit Standard 15 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: prepare a design report and contract, an installation and commissioning programme; create as-built drawings; and produce an operation and maintenance manual for an irrigation system.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 179 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council

Carry out a water measurement telemetry system installation and commission

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33324 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is for people who are responsible for the installation and commission of water measurement telemetry systems required for water permit holders to meet their obligations. People credited with this unit standard are able to: select a water measurement telemetry system; prepare for and carry out installation of a selected water measurement telemetry system; and commission the water measurement telemetry system and complete reporting requirements.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 179 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council

Cost an irrigation project

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33432 Coversheet 10 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCBUS407. People credited with this standard are able to: determine resources required for the project; calculate individual itemised costs of the project; and prepare a summary of the cost of the project. This standard applies to supervisors and managers who establish and oversee projects to the best financial advantage of the enterprise. In this role, individuals take responsibility for their own work and provide and communicate solutions to a range of predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Determine hydraulic parameters for an irrigation system

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33448 Coversheet 15 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG435. People credited with this standard are able to: confirm water delivery specifications for an irrigation system; determine pressures required to deliver required amount of water over specified area; analyse technical drawings to determine pressure losses through system; and select system components to deliver water efficiently. The standard applies to individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge to determine hydraulic parameters for an irrigation system. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable problems.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Select and manage pumping systems for irrigation

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33450 Coversheet 15 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG438. People credited with this standard are able to: identify irrigation system requirements from the irrigation design, select pump and supervise installation, commissioning and testing of pump system, develop maintenance procedures and troubleshoot irrigation pumping systems. High voltage electrical work must be carried out by a qualified electrician. The standard applies to individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge to the selection and management of irrigation pumping systems and have responsibility for the output of others. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable problems.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Manage irrigation systems

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33456 Coversheet 15 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCIRG444. People credited with this standard are able to: prepare irrigation system for operation; develop start-up, shutdown and isolation procedures; supervise troubleshooting activities; and measure and review irrigation system performance. The standard applies to individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge to the management of irrigation systems and have responsibility for the output of others. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable problems.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Sample soils and interpret results for an irrigation site

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33458 Coversheet 5 Credits

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This standard comprises this cover sheet and Australian unit of competency AHCSOL406. People credited with this standard are able to prepare for soil sampling, determine soil characteristics by performing soil sampling and interpret test results. The standard applies to individuals who apply specialist skills and knowledge to sample soils and interpret results. This includes applying and communicating non-routine technical solutions to predictable and unpredictable problems.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Level 6

Plan and design, and prepare a design report and drawings, for irrigation systems
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 2 This unit standard and unit standards 25139, 24140, 25141, 20956 have been replaced by unit standard 28932

25135 Unit Standard 30 Credits

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This unit standard is for people who design irrigation systems. People credited with this unit standard are able to, in accordance with the Irrigation Design Code of Practice: consult with the client, and establish a design brief for an irrigation system; determine irrigation system design parameters; select an irrigation method; design the irrigation system; and prepare a design report and drawings in accordance with organisational procedures.

Standard-setting body:

Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

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