Course Details
Course Details
What You'll Learn
LU1 Urban Farming and Hydroponics Foundations
Topic 1: Introduction to Hydroponics and Systems
Definition and history of hydroponics
Advantages and disadvantages of hydroponics
Basic components of a hydroponic system
Different types of hydroponic systems (e.g., NFT, DWC, Ebb and Flow)
Selecting the right system for specific crops
Setting up and maintaining hydroponic systems
Topic 2: Growing Media, Plant Nutrition, and Practical Application
Types of growing media used in hydroponics
Nutrient solutions and their preparation
Monitoring and adjusting pH and EC levels
Assembling a basic hydroponic system
Planting and caring for crops in a hydroponic system
Maintenance and troubleshooting of hydroponic setups
LU2 Urban Farming and Hydroponics Techniques and Practices
Topic 3: Basic Techniques of Hydroponics Farming
Principles of indoor farming
Lighting, temperature, and humidity control
Integration of hydroponics into indoor farming setups
Guided hydroponics farm tour
Real-world application of hydroponic techniques
Observation of commercial hydroponic operations
Understanding farm management and maintenance practices
Topic 4: Urban Farming Practices in Singapore
Basics of aquaponics and its benefits
Setting up an aquaponics system
Regulatory considerations and best practices for urban farming in Singapore
Performing farming activities in compliance with prevailing regulations
Good Agriculture Practices (GAPs) and Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) practices
Equipment cleaning and maintenance techniques
Assessment
- Written Exam
- Practical Exam
Course Info
Promotion Code
Promo or discount cannot be applied to WSQ courses
Minimum Entry Requirement
Knowledge and Skills
- Able to operate using computer functions
- Minimum 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels Passes including English or WPL Level 5 (Average of Reading, Listening, Speaking & Writing Scores)
Attitude
- Positive Learning Attitude
- Enthusiastic Learner
Experience
- Minimum of 1 year of working experience.
Minimum Software/Hardware Requirement
Softtware: Windows / Mac
Hardware: Laptop
About Progressive Wage Model (PWM)
The Progressive Wage Model (PWM) helps to increase wages of workers through upgrading skills and improving productivity.
Employers must ensure that their Singapore citizen and PR workers meet the PWM training requirements of attaining at least 1 Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) Statement of Attainment, out of the list of approved WSQ training modules.
For more information on PWM, please visit MOM site.
Funding Eligility Criteria
| Individual Sponsored Trainee | Employer Sponsored Trainee |
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Appeal Process
- The candidate has the right to disagree with the assessment decision made by the assessor.
- When giving feedback to the candidate, the assessor must check with the candidate if he agrees with the assessment outcome.
- If the candidate agrees with the assessment outcome, the assessor & the candidate must sign the Assessment Summary Record.
- If the candidate disagrees with the assessment outcome, he/she should not sign in the Assessment Summary Record.
- If the candidate intends to appeal the decision, he/she should first discuss the matter with the assessor/assessment manager.
- If the candidate is still not satisfied with the decision, the candidate must notify the assessor of the decision to appeal. The assessor will reflect the candidate’s intention in the Feedback Section of the Assessment Summary Record.
- The assessor will notify the assessor manager about the candidate’s intention to lodge an appeal.
- The candidate must lodge the appeal within 7 days, giving reasons for appeal
- The assessor can help the candidate with writing and lodging the appeal.
- he assessment manager will collect information from the candidate & assessor and give a final decision.
- A record of the appeal and any subsequent actions and findings will be made.
- An Assessment Appeal Panel will be formed to review and give a decision.
- The outcome of the appeal will be made known to the candidate within 2 weeks from the date the appeal was lodged.
- The decision of the Assessment Appeal Panel is final and no further appeal will be entertained.
- Please click the link below to fill up the Candidates Appeal Form.
Job Roles
Job Roles
- Urban Farm Manager
- Hydroponics Specialist
- Urban Agriculture Consultant
- Hydroponic System Technician
- Greenhouse Technician
- Plant Nutritionist
- Indoor Farm Supervisor
- Agricultural Operations Manager
- Hydroponic Crop Grower
- Environmental Control Specialist
- Farming Equipment Operator
- Agricultural Compliance Officer
- Urban Farming Educator
- Sustainable Agriculture Advocate
- Agribusiness Entrepreneur
- Farm Maintenance Technician
- Agricultural Research Assistant
- Urban Farm Designer
- Aquaponics Technician
- Agricultural Health and Safety Officer
Trainers
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