About this course
If you need to report on grasses in your area, this is the course you need. You will learn to recognise features and attributes of a range of your local native and exotic grass species. Includes training in the use of field guides and plant keys to identify grasses in your area, and methods for describing these species. Feel free to bring along grass specimens for identification.
Who should attend the course? Weeds professionals, agency staff and producers
The course aims to develop knowledge and skills in:
- Inspection of plant specimens
- Describing plant features
- Identification of plants using keys
- Reporting on plant identification
At a glance:
Location: | Statewide |
Course duration: | 2 days |
Start date: | Multiple intakes |
Number of units: | 1 |
Indicative fees: | $460 GST-free. Nil to eligible applicants |
Accredited Course: | Yes |
AgSkilled: | Yes |

Details
- Inspect plant morphological characteristics
- Determine status of health and effect on characteristics
- Identify the specimen
- Report on the process results
$460 GST-free
Nil to eligible applicants
You may be eligible for funding through the Smart and Skilled program. To find out whether you are eligible, contact a training coordinator in your area.
Day one
- Plant taxonomy and classification
- Identifying features of plants
- Plant health as it affects identification
- Use of keys in plant identification
Day two
- Use of keys in plant identification
- Plant collection and identification activity
Please note: This program may vary due to venue, weather and client requirements.
- This course is delivered using both indoor and outdoor instruction.
There are no entry requirements for this course.
This course is mapped to the national unit of competency AHCPCM303 - Identify plant specimens
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