Qualification Overview

Qualification Title Irrigation - Water measurement telemetry system installation and commission (Micro-crendial)
Qualification Type Micro-credential
Level 5
Credits 5
Subject Area
  • Engineering and Related Technologies » Other Engineering and Related Technologies » Environmental Engineering
Strategic Purpose Statement
The purpose of this micro-credential is to provide formal recognition and credentialisation of the skills and knowledge required to install and commission water measurement telemetry systems in an irrigation context, while operating safely and efficiently in Aotearoa New Zealand.
This micro-credential will be used by ākonga/learners new to the irrigation industry, or experienced members of the industry who wish to have their skills formally recognised.
Graduate profile
On successful completion of this micro-credential, ākonga/learners will be able to install and commission water measurement telemetry systems safely, efficiently, and in accordance with both legislative and best-practice requirements. They will be self-aware and self-managing, and will have awareness of and respect for their work environment.

Ākonga/learners will have knowledge of:
- legislation, regulations, guidelines, and codes of practice relating to water measurement telemetry system installation and commissioning.
- water measurement telemetry system installation and commission methodology.

Ākonga/learners will be skilled in:
- selection of the water measurement telemetry system.
- preparing for and installing of water measurement telemetry systems.
- commissioning water measurement telemetry systems.
- completing water measurement telemetry systems installation reporting.
Education pathways
N/A
Entry Requirements
It is expected that providers refer to the below when developing programme entry requirements:
* Ākonga/learners entering this micro-credential will be employed in the irrigation industry. The
provider may be able to assist with placement for those not already in employment within the
irrigation industry.
Literacy and numeracy
* Ākonga/learners require sufficient levels of literacy and numeracy to allow them to read and
understand workplace documents, complete necessary calculations, and complete assessments
tasks.
* Providers will support ākonga/learners during delivery to ensure they have the level of literacy and
numeracy required.
Education Organisation No organisations currently offer this qualification.
Developed By Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 5003
Status Current
Created February 2024
Content
On successful completion of this micro-credential ākonga/learners will be able to:
1. Carry out a water measurement telemetry system installation and commission within an irrigation context.

Ākonga/learners will also be awarded with the following unit standard:
- 33324 Carry out a water measurement telemetry system installation and commission, Level 5; Credits 5

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