Modification History
Release |
TP Version |
Comment |
1 |
AHCv1.0 |
Initial release |
Qualification Description
This is a specialist qualification for landscape designers.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 12
- Core Units = 4
- Elective Units = 8
Core Units
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
AHCDES501 |
Design sustainable landscapes |
AHCDES502 |
Prepare a landscape project design |
AHCDES503 |
Assess landscape sites |
AHCDES504 |
Design for construction of landscape features |
Elective Units
- Select 5 units from list below
- 3 units aligned to AQF level 4 or above may be selected from this or any other endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course
Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in landscape design and must be chosen to ensure the integrity of the qualification outcome at AQF level 5
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
AHCARB502 |
Identify, select and specify trees |
AHCBUS503 |
Negotiate and monitor contracts |
AHCBUS504 |
Prepare estimates, quotes and tenders |
BSBDES501 |
Implement design solutions |
BSBDES502 |
Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief |
CUAACD302 |
Produce computer-aided drawings |
AHCPER401 |
Provide advice on permaculture principles and practices |
AHCPER403 |
Design an urban permaculture system |
AHCPER404 |
Plan and implement permaculture works |
AHCPER505 |
Plan and supervise the implementation of permaculture project works |
AHCLSC501 |
Survey and establish site levels |
AHCLSC502 |
Manage landscape projects |
AHCPCM503 |
Specify plants for landscapes |
AHCPCM504 |
Design a specialised landscape |
AHCWRK503 |
Prepare reports |
AHCWRK507 |
Implement professional practice |
AHCWRK508 |
Interpret legislation |
AHCWRK509 |
Provide specialist advice to clients |
AHCWRK510 |
Audit site operations |
Qualification Mapping Information
This qualification is equivalent to AHC50610 Diploma of Landscape Design.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72