Introduction to Farm Fencing

Overview

Course start dates are indicative and are subject to change. Students will receive information from their teacher upon enrolment including a confirmed start date and timetable. If applicable, students will also receive information about a course induction and directions on where to go on the first day.

Introduction

This short course is designed to provide newcomers with a fundamental understanding of farm fencing techniques, materials, and best practices.

Farm fencing plays a critical role in securing your property, protecting livestock, and enhancing the overall functionality of your farm. Whether you are a new farmer, hobbyist, or someone interested in agricultural practices, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to plan, install, and maintain effective farm fencing.

Careers & study pathways

Where can this course take me?

Students will be well-equipped to make informed decisions about farm fencing selection, design, installation, and maintenance, enhancing the productivity and security of their farms or rural properties.

Further study

After completing this short course students may choose to undertake further studies in the following courses:

• AHC20122 Certificate II in Agriculture
• AHC30122 Certificate III in Agriculture
• AHC40122 Certificate IV in Agriculture

Course details

Upcoming dates and times

Attendance & commitment

General public face-to-face delivery | 2 days course length | Part-time study load

Students are expected to:

• Attend two consecutive days (9:00am – 4:00pm) of practical training at the William Orr Campus.
• Actively participate in all practical activities including tool use, post installation, wire work, and safety demonstrations.
• Engage with online resources in goLearn between Day 1 and Day 2 to reinforce learning.
• Apply safe work practices at all times, including correct PPE use (supplied on site).
• Seek clarification from trainers during the course if required to ensure confidence in applying skills.

Before you begin

Entry requirements

To be selected for this course, students must:

• Be physically capable to work outdoors.

Student resources

Students must have:

• Work boots
• Sunscreen
• Appropriate clothing for working outdoors.
• Water (drink bottle) & food as access to classroom is provided only during breaks (out on farm for majority of the day).
• General stationary (pens, pencils, rulers).

GOTAFE will provide the following PPE for use during practical sessions:

• Hi-vis vests
• Gloves
• Safety glasses.

Enrolment

N/A

Skills recognition / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

N/A

Fees and payments

Fees and costs

GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.

Student support

As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.

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Contingent Study Arrangements

Where a situation arises that prevents campus attendance (such as COVID restrictions, natural disasters, etc.) and it is deemed an appropriate response in protecting the health and safety of staff, students, and visitors, this course will adapt to alternative training arrangements, possibly using online methods of teaching and/or communication while students engage from home with their Trainers. Any required practical components of the course will be moved to a more appropriate time.

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We have a dedicated team to ensure students have the help they need with personal issues impacting studies such as homelessness, family problems & setting up payment plans.

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Further information is provided at course induction.