Ethiopian TVET-System

Model Curriculum
Crops Production and Marketing
Management
Level IV
Based on
Ethiopian Occupational Standard (EOS)

August 30, 2011

Preface

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The reformed Ethiopian TVET-System is an outcome-based system. It utilizes the needs of

the labor market and occupational requirements from the world of work as the benchmark
and standard for TVET delivery. The requirements from the world of work are analyzed and
documented – taking into account international benchmarking – as Ethiopian Occupational
Standards (EOS).

In the reformed Ethiopian TVET-System, Curricula and Curriculum Development play an

important role with regard to quality driven TVET-Delivery. Curricula help to facilitate the
learning process in a way, that learners acquire the set of occupational competencies (skills,
knowledge and attitude) required at the working place and defined in the Ethiopian
Occupational Standards (EOS). Responsibility for Curricula and Curriculum Development
will be given to the Regional TVET-Authorities and TVET-Providers.

This curriculum has been developed by a group of experts from different Regional TVET
and a group of Trainers from Different ATVET College of Amhara Region based on the
Ethiopian Occupational Standard Crops Production and Marketing Management
. It has the character of a model curriculum and is an example on how to transform the
occupational requirements as defined in the respective Ethiopian Occupational Standard in to
an adequate curriculum.

The curriculum development process has been actively supported and facilitated by the
Ministry of Education – in line with one of its mandates to provide technical support to
the regions –and by the TVET-Reform Component of the Engineering Capacity Building
Program and the curriculum development revision process has been actively supported and
facilitated by Amhara Region TVET Bureau.

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TVET-Program Design

1.1. TVET-Program Title: Crops Production and Marketing Management

1.2. TVET-Program Description

The Program is designed to develop the necessary knowledge, skills and attitude of the
learners to the standard required by the EOS. The contents of this program are in line with
the Ethiopian Occupational Standard (EOS). Learners who successfully completed the
Program will be qualified to work as basic agriculture promoter with competencies elaborated
in the respective EOS. Graduates of the Program will have the required qualification to work
in the agriculture sector in the field of Crops Production and Marketing Management

The prime objective of this training program is to equip the learners with the identified
competences specified in the EOS. Graduates are therefore expected to create linkage with
Crops Production and Marketing Management stakeholders; Communicate and work
with colleagues and apply occupational health and safety system procedures in accordance
with the performance criteria described in the EOS.

1.3. TVET-Program Learning Outcomes

The expected outputs of this program are the acquisition and implementation of the following
units of competence in Crops Production and Marketing Management
level LIV
AGR CPM4 01 0311 Develop a soil use map for a property
AGR CPM4 02 0311 Plan crop propagation program
AGR CPM4 03 0311 Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program
AGR CPM4 04 0311 Plan and implement chemical use program
AGR CPM4 05 0311 Supervise crop establishment
AGR CPM4 06 0311 Supervise crop maintenance
AGR CPM4 07 0311 Plan and schedule compost production
AGR CPM4 08 0311 Implement pest management action plans
AGR CPM4 09 0311 Control weeds, pests and/or diseases in crops
AGR CPM4 10 0311 Determine seasonal irrigation scheduling tasks
AGR CPM4 11 0311 Schedule irrigations
AGR CPM4 12 0311 Manage organic soil improvement

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AGR CPM4 13 0311 Implement horticultural crop harvesting program

AGR CPM4 14 0311 Supervise agricultural crop harvesting
AGR CPM4 15 0311 Maintain grain quality in storage
AGR CPM4 16 0311 Market crops products
AGR CPM4 17 0311 Develop waste management strategies
AGR CPM4 18 0311 Coordinate customer service & networking activities
AGR CPM4 19 0311 Analyze and interpret production data
AGR CPM4 20 0311 Implement and monitor environmental policies
AGR CPM4 21 0311 Build Relationships with Customers
AGR CPM4 22 0311 Establish Quality Standards
AGR CPM4 23 0311 Utilize Specialized Communication skills
AGR CPM4 24 0311 Develop and lead teams
AGR CPM4 25 0311 Monitor and manage business operations

1.4. Duration of the TVET-Program

The Program will have a total duration of 665 hours.

1.5. Qualification Level and Certification

Based on the descriptors elaborated on the Ethiopian TVET Qualification Framework

(NTQF) the qualification of this specific TVET Program is “Level II”. The learner can exit
after successfully completing Modules in one level and will be awarded the equivalent
institutional certificate on the level completed. The learner can also exit any one learning
module. However, only certificate of attainment or attendance (this is institutional
discretion) will be awarded.

1.6. Target Groups

No special target group is assigned for the Program. Any citizen who meet the entry
requirements and capable of participating in the learning activities is entitled to take part
in the Program.

1.7. Entry Requirements

The prospective participants of this program on are required to possess the following:
 have completed 10th grade general education

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 ability to speak, read and understand English

 physically and mentally fit
 good moral character

1.8. Mode of Delivery

This TVET-Program is characterized as a formal Program on middle level technical

skills. The mode of delivery is co-operative training. The TVET-institution and identified
stakeholders have forged an agreement to co-operate with regard to implementation of
this program. The time spent by the learners in the industry will give them enough
exposure to the actual world of work and enable them to get hands-on experience.

The co-operative approach will be supported with lecture-discussion, simulation, roll-play

and actual practice. These modalities will be utilized before the learners are exposed to
the industry environment.

Cooperative training will be either/both industry attachment or internship. The 164 hrs
of the program duration will be spent in-Cooperative training and it will only start after
the learner successfully completed all the modules in this program/ after completing each
module.

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1.9. TVET-Program Structure

Code & Unit of Hou

Module Code & Title Learning Outcomes
Competence rs*
On completion of this module the learners will

Develop a be able to :
AGR AGR Developing a soil
soil use  Collect information for soil mapping
CPM4 01 CPM4 M use map for a
map for a  Analyse soil information 75
0311 01 0911 property
property
 Plot topography and soil survey
data on property map

On completion of this module the learners will

be able to :
AGR Plan crop AGR Planning crop
 Carry out preliminary planning
CPM4 02 propagatio CPM4 M propagation activities for a plant propagation 80
0311 n program 02 0911 program program
 Develop the propagation plan
 Monitor success of propagation
activities
AGR Develop a AGR Developing a soil On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 03 soil health CPM4 M health and plant be able to :
0311 and plant 03 0911 nutrition program Select and prepare
nutrition  Determine relevant site
characteristics
program 75
 Define the requirements for plant
production.
 Document the soil health and plant
nutrition program and
Specifications
 Monitor production and evaluate
the program.
AGR Plan and AGR Planning and On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 04 implement CPM4 M implementing be able to :
0311 chemical 04 0911 chemical use  Identify the requirements of
use program chemical use 75
program  Monitor the implementation
of safety requirements
 Plan and implement amaintenance

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program for chemical use

equipment
 Determine the suitability of a
chemical for use in a control
program
 Ensure the correct selection and
application of the chemical
 Ensure personnel are adequately
trained in chemical use
 Implement recording systems for
chemical storage and use
AGR Supervise AGR Supervising crop On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 05 crop CPM4 M establishment be able to :
0311 establishm 05 0911  Source information for input to
planting plan
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 Prepare planting plan
 Determine scheduling and key
responsibilities
 Monitor and adjust the planting
plan
AGR Supervise AGR Supervising crop On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 06 crop CPM4 M maintenance be able to :
0311 maintenan 06 0911  Determine condition of agricultural 55
crops
ce
 Determine pest control
 Manage crop health
AGR Plan and AGR Planning and On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 07 schedule CPM4 07 scheduling be able to:
0311 compost 0311 compost  Establish production requirements 50
production production  Schedule production to meet
requirements
AGR Implement AGR Implementing On completion of this module the learners will 70
CPM4 08 pest CPM4 M pest be able to :
0311 managem 08 0911 management  Schedule pest management
ent action action plans activities
plans  Estimate resources required to

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complete the required activities

 Brief employees or contracted
personnel regarding the pest
management activities
 Supervise employees or contracted
personnel in carrying out the pest
management activities
 Coordinate contingency
management activities
 Report progress in relation to pest
management action plan
AGR Control AGR Controling On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 09 weeds, CPM4 M weeds, pests be able to :
0311 pests 09 0911 and/or diseases  Prepare for implementation
and/or in crops  Assess weed, pest and/or disease
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diseases  Implement weed, pest and/or
in crops disease control strategies
 Monitor weed, pest and/or disease
control operations
 Complete weed, pest and/or
disease control operations
AGR Determine AGR Determining On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 10 seasonal CPM4 M seasonal be able to :
0311 irrigation 10 09 11 irrigation  Determine irrigation shifts
scheduling scheduling tasks  Check water supply and availability
tasks  Implement irrigation shifts
 Evaluate effectiveness of irrigation
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activities
 Monitor irrigation system process
as specified by enterprise policy
and procedures
 Record irrigation information and
activities as specified by enterprise
policy
AGR Schedule AGR Scheduling On completion of this module the learners will 50
CPM4 11 irrigations CPM4 M irrigations
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0311 11 09 11 be able to :
 Monitor crop/plant water use
 Apply a measured amount of water
 Assess efficacy of irrigation and
repeat cycles of irrigation
 Record irrigation and scheduling
parameters
 Plan for extremes of weather
AGR Manage AGR Managing On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 12 organic CPM4 M organic soil be able to :
0311 soil 12 09 11 improvement  Monitor indicators of soil fertility
improveme  Assess soil-related factors for
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nt selected plants.
 Select and implement allowable
techniques and inputs to optimize
soil fertility
AGR Implement AGR Implementing On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 13 horticultura CPM4 M horticultural crop be able to :
0311 l crop 13 09 11 harvesting  Plan for harvesting 70
harvesting program  Coordinate the harvest strategy.
program  Complete harvestoperations

AGR Supervise AGR Supervising On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 14 agricultural CPM4 M agricultural crop be able to :
0311 crop 14 09 11 harvesting  Prepare for harvesting
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harvesting  Determine harvest strategy
 Co-ordinate the harvest strategy
 Complete harvest operations
AGR Maintain AGR Maintaining grain On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 15 grain CPM4 M quality in storage be able to :
0311 quality in 15 09 11  Maintain hygiene in storage areas
storage  Monitor grain from arrival to 45
dispatch
 Monitor and maintain grain
condition in storage
 Control weeds and pests in storage
area
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AGR Market AGR Marketing Crops On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 16 Crops CPM4 M products be able to :
0311 products 16 09 11  Evaluate commercial information 50
 Identify marketing requirements
 Determine promotional strategies
 Organise implementation
AGR Develop AGR Developing On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 17 waste CPM4 M waste be able to :
0311 managem 17 09 11 management  Determine possible options 50
ent strategies  Develop strategies
 Document strategy
strategies  Present strategy
AGR Co- AGR Co-ordinating On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 18 ordinate CPM4 M customer service be able to :
0311 customer 18 09 11 and networking  Contribute to quality customer
service activities standards
50
and  Implement customer service
networking systems
activities  Manage networks to ensure
customer needs are addressed
AGR Analyze AGR Analyzing and On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 19 and CPM4 M interpreting be able to :
0311 interpret 19 09 11 production data  Collect and organize production 60
data
production
 Analyze and interpret data
data  Present data
AGR Implement AGR Implement and On completion of this module the learners will 40
CPM4 20 and CPM4 M monitor be able to :
0311 monitor 20 09 11 environmental  Provide information to the work
environme policies team
ntal  Implement and monitor operational
policies procedures
 Implement and monitor change
and continuous improvement
 Implement and monitor recording
procedures
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 Implement and monitor an

environmental management
training program
AGR Build AGR Building On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 21 Relationshi CPM4 21 Relationships be able to :
0311 ps With 0311 With Customers  Establish rapport with customers
Customers  Apply expert knowledge
 Provide post sales support 45
 Plan sales presentations
 Implement sales presentation
 Maintain and utilize a customer
data base
 Deal with difficult customers
AGR Establish AGR Establishing On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 22 Quality CPM4 M Quality be able to :
0311 Standards 22 09 11 Standards  Establish quality specifications for
product
 Identify hazards and critical control
points
 Assist in planning of quality
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assurance procedures
 Implement quality assurance
procedures
 Monitor quality of work outcome
 Participate in maintaining and
improving quality at work
 Report problems that affect quality
AGR Utilize AGR Utilizing On completion of this module the learners will 50
CPM4 23 Specialize CPM4 M Specialized be able to :
0311 d 23 09 11 Communication  Meet common and specific
Communic Skills communication needs of clients
ation Skills and colleagues
 Contribute to the development of

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communication strategies
 Represent the organization
 Facilitate group discussion
 Conduct interview
AGR Develop AGR Developing and On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 24 and lead CPM4 M leading Teams be able to :
0311 Teams 24 09 11  Provide team leadership
 Foster individual and
organizational growth
 Monitor and evaluate workplace 45
learning
 Develop team commitment and
cooperation
 Facilitate accomplishment of
organizational goals
AGR Monitor AGR Monitoring and On completion of this module the learners will
CPM4 25 and CPM4 M managing be able to :
0311 manage 25 09 11 business  Develop operational strategies
business operations  Implement operational strategies 60
operations  Monitor business performance
 Maintain networks
 Review business operations
*The time duration (Hours) indicated for the module should include all activities in and out
of the TVET institution.

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1.10. Institutional Assessment

Two types of evaluation will be used in determining the extent to which learning outcomes
are achieved. The specific learning outcomes are stated in the modules. In assessing them,
verifiable and observable indicators and standards shall be used.

The formative assessment is incorporated in the learning modules and form part of the
learning process. Formative evaluation provides the learner with feedback regarding success
or failure in attaining learning outcomes. It identifies the specific learning errors that need to
be corrected, and provides reinforcement for successful performance as well. For the
trainer/facilitator, formative evaluation provides information for making instruction and
remedial work more effective.

Summative Evaluation the other form of evaluation is given when all the modules in the unit
of competence have been accomplished. It determines the extent to which competence have
been achieved. And, the result of this assessment decision shall be expressed in the term
‘competent or not yet competent’.

Techniques or tools for obtaining information about learners’ achievement include oral or
written test and demonstration.

1.11. Trainer’s / Facilitator’s Profile

For this particular TVET Program and especially for the main modules, trainers / facilitators
are expected to have Level B in plant sciences or related fields of studies and satisfactory
practical experiences, or equivalent qualifications and relevant experience.

Other requirements –
 Must have completed Trainer’s Methodology Course II (TM II)
 Must have a good moral character
 Mentally fit

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop Production and Marketing Management

MODULE TITLE: Developing a soil use map for a property

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 01 0911

NOMINAL DURATION: 25 Hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module covers the process of determining soil characteristics and developing soil maps to
illustrate the characteristics of a property in order to identify any areas of concern, and to assist
in making decisions about plants/crops, irrigation and drainage. This is usually without
supervision but with general guidance on progress. It requires knowledge of soil testing, the
environmental impact of irrigating and the ability to use soil and water testing techniques. The
outcomes of this process will inform decisions relating to whole farm planning.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Collect information for soil mapping
LO 2. Analyse soil information
LO 3. Plot topography and soil survey data on property map

MODULE CONTENTS
LO1. Collect information for soil mapping
1.1 Confirm soil sample for off-site collection
1.2 Collect information for Physical, chemical and biological characteristics of soil
1.3 Determine acceptable soil parameters for specified plants

LO 2. Analyse soil information

2.1 Classifiy of Soil types of the sample area
2.2 Compare Collected results with established parametrs for actual or proposed use
2.3 Soil characteristics are evaluated for alteration

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2.4 Determination for Readily Available Water (RAW) values for irrigation

LO 3. Plot topography and soil survey data on property map

3.1 Interpret and map results
3.2 Identifiy the potential uses of the soil for land classification and land capability
3.3 Definie property boundaries and property features
3.4 Identification paddocks or irrigation areas
3.5 Plotting contour or spot level information
3.6 Plotting of soil sampling site
3.7 Descrieb and index of soil profile and irrigation characteristics
3.8 Index of Readily Available Water (RAW) values for irrigation sites
3.9 Plot areas of specific concern are plotting

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion, Group discussion, Demonstration
 Hands on exercise, Field visit
MODULE ASSESSMENT

 Assessment Methods and Schedules

 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions, Written test, Demonstration, Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the module.
 Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO1. Collect information for soil mapping
1.1 Confirm soil samples were collected for off-site assessment by soil testing agencies using
recommended procedures.
1.2 The information on the physical characteristics of the soil is collected.
1.3 The information on the chemical characteristics of the soil is collected.
1.4 The information about biological characteristics of the soil is collected.

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1.5 The acceptable soil parameters for specified plants are determined from published data and
historical records.
1.6 Information about areas of cultural significance and habitats of biodiversity on the property is
collected.
1.7 Research outcomes are collated in accordance with enterprise record keeping procedures.
LO 2. Analyse soil information
2.1 The soil types of the sample area are classified according to standards for soil classification.
2.2 Collected results are compared with established parameters for actual or proposed land use
and production.
2.3 Soil characteristics are evaluated to determine whether they can be altered to meet land use
needs.
2.4 The Readily Available Water (RAW) values for irrigation sites are determined in line with
industry standards.
LO 3. Plot topography and soil survey data on property map.
3.1 Interpreted results are mapped in an established format according to enterprise guidelines.
3.2 Potential uses of the soil for purposes of land classing, land capability, areas of cultural
significance and habitats of biodiversity are identified.
3.3 Property boundaries and property features are defined.
3.4 Paddocks or irrigation areas are identified.
3.5 Contour or spot level information is plotted.
3.6 Soil sampling sites are plotted on map.
3.7 Soil profile and irrigation characteristics for each sampling site and/or irrigation area are
described and indexed to the map.
3.8 The Readily Available Water (RAW) values for irrigation sites are indexed to the map.
3.9 Areas of specific concern are plotted on the map and descriptions are indexed to the map.

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ANNEX: RESOURCE CONDITIONS

MODULE TITLE: Developing a soil use map for a property
MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 01 0911
Description/ Recommende
Requirements
Item Specifications Quantit d Ratio
Category/Item (e.g.
No. y (Item:
Maintenance)
Trainee)
A. Learning Materials
To be developed
1. TTLM by the Trainor
Diagrams/pictures
2.
Brady.
The
nature
and
3 Reference Books propertie
s of soil.
12th ed

4 Hand outs
5 Manssel color chart Booklet 5 1:5
6 Textural triangle Chart 25 1:1
7 Soil map Poster 1 1:25
Learning Facilities &
B.
Infrastructure
Well Equipped Lecture room with tables,
1 6 x 8 sqm 1 1:25
chairs & whiteboard
Well Equipped Computer with printer
2 6 x 8 sqm 1 1:25
and scanner
Well Equipped Audi-Visual Room with
3 6 x 8 sqm 1 1:25
projector
Regularly
4 Well Equipped Laboratory Room 8 x 10 sqm 1 1:25
maintained
Good for 25
5 School Bus
learners
Can accommodate
6. Demonstration Site
25 learners
C. Consumable materials 1:25
Composite or As per
1. Soil samples separate soil the
samples need
2. Marker 1/group
To Careful
handling,
3 Laborator y Chemicals ---- avoid body
contact
4 Buffer solution Be “
5 Hand Glove Filled 1:1
6 Gown By 1:1

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7 Distilled water Experts

8 Tissue paper 1/group
9 Soil testing kit 1/group
10 Lithmus paper Red and blue 1/group
11 Dyes “
Large enough to
12. Paper bag hold soil sample, 1:1
not easily torn

D. Tools and Equipments

2. Plastic sheet 1/group
3 Soil auger To be 2/section
4 Spade Filled 1/group
5 Fork By 1/group
6 Hammer Experts 1/group
Careful
7 pH meter 2/section
handling
8 Spatulla 1/group
50 ml -1 liter Careful
9 Beaker 1/group
handling
10 Bucket 10 liter 1/group
Careful
11 Graduate cylinder 1:2
handling
12 Flask To 1:2 “
13 Pipetee Be 1:2 “
14 Pipetee filler Filled 1:5 “
15 Dropper Up 1:5 “
16 Pestle and mortar By 1:5 “
17 Gogles Experts 1:1 “
18 Sieve 1:5 “
19 Sieve shaker 2 “
20 Centrifuge 2 “
21 Microscope 1:5 “
22 Drying oven 1:25 “
Mica or
23 Soil holder/cup aluminium-foil 5:1 “
cups
24 Sensitive balance Five digits 1:5 “
25 Manual for soil testing 1:25 “
For measuring
26 Thermometer temperature
1:5 “
Plastic ribbon for
27 Measuring tape measuring 1/25 “
distance
28 Magnetic stirrer 1:5 “
29 Flame photometer To be 2 “
30 Compressor Filled 1 “
31 Hydrometer, Tentiometer Up 1 “
32 Equipment for ph testing

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soil test kits or electronic pH

testing device, hand held
salinity/EC meter, tape measure, 1:25 and as
“
sample bags, plastic overlays, required
aerial photographs, and charts and
tables of soil characteristics.
33 Types of maps
contour maps and aerial
1:25 “
photomaps

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop production and Marketing Management

MODULE TITLE: Planning crop propagation program

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 02 0911

NOMINAL DURATION: 30 Hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module covers the process of planning apropagation program. Planning requires
consideration of management and marketing requirements, selection of appropriate propagation
techniques and environmental controls, OHS hazards and hygiene standards. Planning is usually
undertaken without supervision, and with only general guidance on progress sought by managers.
Responsibilityfor and limited organization of the work of others may be necessary.
Competency is demonstrated by the application of a broad range of skills and detailed
underpinning knowledge to planning and propagation processes, such as propagation techniques,
plant varieties and cultivars, weed, pest and disease recognition and control, and plant health
requirements.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Carry out preliminary planning activities for a plant propagation program
LO 2. Develop the propagation plan
LO 3. Monitor success of propagation activities

MODULE CONTENTS

LO1. Carry out preliminary planning activities for a plant propagation program

1.1 Confirme and understand management and marketing requirements

1.2 Evaluate Space requirements for prpagation program
1.3 Determine Propagation techniques according to species and sound horticultural practice.

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1.4 Determine environmental parameters impacting propagation

1.5 Negotiation budget for propagation

1.6 Identifiy, assessing and controling OHS hazards and risk

LO 2. Develop the propagation plan

2.1 Identify needed Labour, materials, equipment and machinery for propagation
2.2 Determining required Propagation media according to propagation program
2.3 Determining stratagies to modify environmental parameters
2.4 Selecting propagation material
2.5 Determine Hygiene requirements for propagation activities
2.6 Set Propagation plan and schedule for propagation activities

LO 3. Monitor success of propagation activities

3.1 Identifiy and recored variances from plan and sheduled
3.2 Assessing propagated plants for healthy, quality and viabilty
3.3 Plan remedial procedures to meet marketing objectives and business imperatives

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion
 Demonstration
 Hands on exercise
 Field visit
MODULE ASSESSMENT

 Assessment Methods and Schedules

 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions, Written test, Demonstration, Observations
 Assessment schedule

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Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.
ASSESSMENT CONDITIONS
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO1. Carry out preliminary planning activities for a plant propagation program
1.1 Management and marketing requirements are confirmed and understood.
1.2 Space requirements for propagation program are evaluated.
1.3 Propagation techniques are determined according to species and sound horticultural practice.
1.4 Environmental parameters that impact on propagation are determined.
1.5 Budget for the propagation program is negotiated with management.
1.6 OHS hazards associated with the propagation program are identified, risks assessed and
controls implemented.
LO 2. Develop the propagation plan
2.1 Labour, materials, equipment and machinery needs are identified.
2.2 Propagation media requirements are determined according to the propagation method and
needs of the plant.
2.3 Strategies to modify environmental conditions are determined according to the type of plant
and propagation method used.
2.4 Selection criteria for the propagation material is determined according to the type of plant and
propagation method.
2.5 Hygiene requirements for propagation activities are determined.
2.6 Propagation plan and schedule of activities are communicated clearly to staff.
LO 3. Monitor success of propagation activities
3.1 Variances from plan and scheduled activities are identified and recorded.
3.2 Propagated plants are assessed for health, quality and viability according to enterprise quality
standards.

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3.3 Remedial procedures are planned to meet marketing objectives and business imperatives

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ANNEX: RESOURCE CONDITIONS

MODULE TITLE: Planning crop propagation program

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 02 0911
Description/ Specifications Requireme
Recommend
nts
Item ed Ratio
Category/Item Quantity (e.g.
No. (Item:
Maintenan
Trainee)
c)
A. Learning Materials
Any related and available
books

OS of Fruit crop
Reference books 5 1:5
production and
management

handouts To be prepared by the

1 1:1
trainer
To be prepared by the
Manuals 5 1:5
trainer
To b e prepared by the
video
trainer , MoARD , BoARD 1 1:25
and EARO
Learning Facilities &
B.
Infrastructure
Well Equipped
Lecture room with
1 8 x 5 sqm 1 1:25
tables, chairs and
whiteboard
Suitable for Propagation
Practical field
2 and can accommodate 25
learners
Laboratories
(Equipped with
3 50 sqm 1 1:25
chemicals, alcohol,
Vermiculite
4 Computer Room 50 sqm 1 1:3
Library (Provided
with reference
5 100 sqm 1
books, handouts,
manuals, etc…)
Consumable
C.
Materials
. Stationeries Papers, pens, pencils,
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markers, etc …
Tools and
D.
Equipments
To be provided by the
1 Knives 1:1
institution
To be provided by the
2 Grafting machine 1/group
institution
To be provided by the
3 Autoclave 1
institution
To be provided by the
4 tape meter 1:20
institution
To be provided by the
5 Scalpel 1:1
institution
To be provided by the
6 Wheelbarrow
institution
To be provided by the
7 Vermiculite boxes 1
institution
To be provided by the
8 Sharpening stone
institution
To be provided by the
9 Shovel 1:1
institution
To be provided by the
10 Plastic containers 4
institution
Dibblers and To be provided by the
11
rubbish bins. institution
To be provided by the
12 Trays 10
institution

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop Production and Marketing Management

MODULE TITLE: Developing a soil health and plant nutrition program

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 03 0911

NOMINAL DURATION: 30 Hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module covers the outcomes required to assess soil and develop a soil health and plant
nutrition program in the agricultural industry. Planning requires consideration of site
factors, plant species requirements, soil and plant tissue analysis, soil ameliorants and
nutrient application procedures, and monitoring occupational health and safety (OHS)
hazards and environmental impacts.
The module involves the application of a broad knowledge base to identify and apply
solutions to a range of problems. It involves the application of knowledge including plant
biology; plant nutrition requirements; and soil, water and other growing media properties.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of the module the learner will be able to:
LO1. Determine relevant site characteristics
LO2. Define the requirements for plant production.
LO3. Document the soil health and plant nutritionprogram and specifications
LO4. Monitor production and evaluate the program

MODULE CONTENT
LO1. Determine relevant site characteristics
1.1 Define goals and target for production plan
1.2 Access and review climate and environnemental data
1.3 Determine appropriate soil, plant and water tests
1.4 Develop Soil, plant and water testing program

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1.5 Implement and monitoring soil Testing tasks

1.6 Compiling and presentation of data
1.7 Determinie Seasonal variations and requirements
1.8 Determine characteristics, condition and nutritional status of soils and plant species

LO2. Define the requirements for plant production

2.1 Identify different nutritional requirements during growth stage
2.2 Develope Program to achieve appropriate soil conditions and nutrient
availability for plant production
2.3 Determine soil amendments, management practices and fertilizer requirements
2.4 Identify resources, tools, equipment and machinery
2.5 Determine cost-effective approach to soil managment
2.6 Identify, assess and control OHS hazards and risk
2.7 Identify environmental implications
LO3. Document the soil health and plant nutritionprogram and specifications
3.1 Establish detailed plan, objectives, specifications and associated costs
3.2 Develop and detailes on-site procedures and schedules
LO4. Monitor production and evaluate the program
4.1 Monitor Program implementation and results
4.2 Review and refine Program
4.3 Identify non-compliance with documented objectives and specifications and
implementet remedial actions
4.4 Incorporat agreed change

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Brainstorming
 Discussion and presentation
 Group discussion
 Role play
 Study tour

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 Experience sharing.
MODULE ASSESSMENT

 Assessment Methods and Schedules

 Assessment methods:
 Oral questions
 Written test
 Demonstration
 Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning activities and after finishing
the module.
 Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped with work place or farm
with necessary tools, equipment consumable materials.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO1. Determine relevant site characteristics
1.1 Goals and target site for assessment and development of program are defined following
a review of enterprise production plan and in consultation with landholder.
1.2 Relevant climate data, environnemental context information and site data are accessed
and reviewed.
1.3 Appropriate soil, plant and water tests are determined according to plant species,
climatic conditions, prevailing growth media, industry best practice and
enterpriseguidelines.
1.4 Soil, plant and water testing program is developed that defines sampling, field testing,
off-site analysis activities, task responsibilities, involvement of contractors,
scheduling and desired information outcomes.
1.5 Testing tasks are implemented and monitored, liaison procedures with outside testing
agencies are supervised, and remedial action is undertaken where necessary.
1.6 Data and readings are compiled and presented in a form that can be easily understood.

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1.7 Seasonal variations and requirements are determined from published data on species,
historical records, own experience, industry best practice and enterprise
guidelines.
1.8 Characteristics, condition and nutritional status of soils and plant species under
production are determined by analyzing collected data and comparing to accepted
standards.
LO2. Define the requirements for plant production.
2.1 Different nutritional requirements of the plant during growing cycle and a range of
conditions are identified according to published data on species, historical records, own
experience and enterprise guidelines.
2.2 Program is developed to achieve appropriate soil conditions and nutrient availability
for plant production according to enterprise production plan.
2.3 Soil amendments, management practices and fertilizer requirements needed for
production are determined.
2.4 Resources, tools, equipment and machinery required for program are identified and
coasted, and availability is confirmed with suppliers, contractors and appropriate
personnel.
2.5 Cost-effective approach to soil management, soil amendment, and provision of plant
nutrients is determined.
2.6 OHS hazards associated with program are identified, risks are assessed and controls are
developed and documented.
2.7 Environmental implications of program are identified and documented in plant
nutrition program
LO3. Document the soil health and plant nutritionprogram and specifications
3.1 Detailed plan, objectives, specifications and associated costs are established based on
program requirements and are presented to land manager.
3.2 Detailed on-site procedures and schedules required for program are developed and
documented
LO4. Monitor production and evaluate the program
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produce according to industry practice to ensure requirements of enterprise production plan

are achieved.
4.2 Program is reviewed and refined to ensure it is responsive to changing conditions.
4.3 Non-compliance with documented objectives and specifications is identified and
remedial actions are implemented to alleviate or overcome identified shortcomings in
program.
4.4 Remedial action to improve plant nutrition is taken, documented and reported to land
manager according to enterprise plan.
4.5 Agreed changes are incorporated into a detailed plan.

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ANNEX: RESOURCE CONDITIONS

MODULE TITLE: Developing a soil health and plant nutrition program

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 03 0911

Description/ Recommended Requirements
Item Quanti
Category/Item Specifications Ratio (e.g.
No. ty
(Item: Trainee) Maintenance)
A. Learning Materials
To be prepared by
1. TTLM
trainers
1. Principles of
vegetable 5
production.
2. Nutrient
Management
practice in crops 5
& cropping
systems.
3.
4. Fertilizers &
5
Crop
And Production
5. 4. Hand Book of 5
Soil Science 1:5 Recent
2 Reference Books
6.
Hand Book of 5
Soil Fertilizer
and Manure
7. Soil sampling & 5
Method of
Analysis
8. Soil & Water 5
Management
practical manual
9. Principles & 5
Practice of
Agronomy
10. EOS for VRT
1 1:25
CPM
3 Charts Status data 1 1:25 Updated
4 Pictures Different type 25 1:1 Updated
Different Recorded Updated
5 Video and audio
cassettes
B. Learning Facilities & Infrastructure
Demonstration farm/ I Hectare
1 1 100 m2 : 1 Well prepared
Practical Site
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5x8m Fully
2 Laboratory 1 1:25
equipped
5x8m Fully
3 Class rooms 1 1:25
equipped
4 Agricultural Factories Vegetable Nursery
5x8m Resent
5 Library 1 1:25 reference
books
6 Internet 0n 25 computer 1 1:1
7 Students Dormitory
8 Students dining room
9 Vehicles Costar 1 1:1
C. Consumable Materials
1 Stationary
2 Seeds
3 Fertilizers
4 Chemicals
D. Tools and Equipments
1 Projector LCD 1 1:25 Maintenance
Desk Top Flat screen, Maintenance
2 Computer 25 1:1
17’’ DELL
3 Computer Lab top (Toshiba) 1 1:25 Maintenance
4 Camera Digital 1 1:25 Maintenance
5 Video Camera Digital 1 1:25 Maintenance
6 Photocopier Hp laser Jet 1 1:25 Maintenance
7 Printer Color Hp laser Jet 1 1:25 Maintenance
8 Printer Normal Hp laser Jet 1 1:25 Maintenance
9 Scanner Hp 1 1:25 Maintenance
Different types 10
10 Seeds 10:25
kg
NPK 100
11 Fertilizers 4:1
kg
12 Chemicals Different (liters) 5 1:5
13 Sickles Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
14 Rake Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
15 Spade Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
16 Shovel Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
17 Machete Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
18 Mattock/pick axe Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
19 Hoe (small) Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
20 Hoe (large) Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
21 Forked hoe Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
22 Watering can Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
(in meter-string or 5000
23 Rope 200:1
plastic ) m
24 Measuring tape 50 and 100 m 25 1:1
25 Wheel barrow Pcs 25 1:1
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(5o and 100 kg

26 Sacks 100 4:1
capacity)
27 Graduated cylinder 50 and 100 ml 25 1:1
28 Pegs 1m length 2500 100:1
29 Mesh Wire Set will be prepared 5 1:5
30 Nails From 5 to 12 cm 50 2:1
31 Stake For Shade purpose 500 20:1
32 Hand fork Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
33 Buckets Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
34 Cutlass Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
35 Hand sprayer Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
36 Litmus paper Pcs
37 Saws Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
38 Hammer Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
39 Soil laboratory kit Set 5 1:5
Well decomposed
40 Soil organic matter 1
(truck)
41 pH meter Pcs 10 10:25
42 Beam balance Pcs 10 10:25
43 spoons Pcs 25 1:1
44 Fore-ceps Pcs 25 1:1
45 Shears Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
46 Tractors and trailers Pcs 1 1:25 Maintenance
47 Plows Pcs 1 1:25 Maintenance
48 Harrows Pcs 1 1:25 Maintenance
49 Thatch grass Bundles 10 10:25
50 Altimeter Pcs 10 10:25 Maintenance
51 thermometer Soil 10 10:25 Maintenance

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Plan and implement chemical use program

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 04 0911

NOMINAL DURATION:25 Hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module covers the process of planning and implementing a program for the use of
chemicals in a workplace. It involves using chemicals as well as supervising others in the use
of chemicals concerned, and the ability to modify application requirements as needed. It
involves decision making in regards to the risk control measures to be applied when using
chemicals in different situations, monitoring safety procedures, and ensuring that others are
trained sufficiently in the use of the chemical concerned. It involves the selection and
management of chemical application systems.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the learners will be able to:
LO1. Identify the requirements of chemical use
LO 2. Monitor the implementation of safety requirements
LO 3. Plan and implement a maintenance program for chemical use equipment
LO 4. Determine the suitability of a chemical for use in a control program
LO 5. Ensure the correct selection and application of the chemical
LO6. Ensure personnel are adequately trained in chemical use
LO7. Implement recording systems for chemical storage and use

MODULE CONTENTS
LO1. Identify the requirements of chemical use
1.1 Access and interprate chemical use requirements
1.2 Access and interprate legalisation and safety procedures
1.3 Uses for Personal protective equipment
1.4 Identify Industry standards for chemical uses

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1.5 Confirm appropriate insurance policy cover

LO 2. Monitor the implementation of safety requirements
2.1 Monitor implemntation of safety practices and rules
2.2 Investigate and reporting Safety incidents
2.3 Identify Safety hazards in transport, storage and application of chemicals
2.4 Use Risk minimizing measures
2.5 Implement Residue controlling measures
LO 3. Plan and implement a maintenance program for chemical use equipment
3.1 Establishe plan for maintenance and PPE
3.2 supervission implementation of maintenance plan
3.3 Identify and repairing faulty or damaged equipment
LO 4. Determine the suitability of a chemical for use in a control program
4.1 .Plan Integrated Pest Management (IPM) or Animal Health Strategy (AHS)
4.2 .Select chemicals included in the IPM or AHS
4.3 .Consider and apply alternatives to chemical treatments
LO 5. Ensure the correct selection and application of the chemical
5.1 .Identifiy chemicals
5.2 .Selecting application equipment
5.3 .Implement calibration of chemicals
5.4 .Implement Pre-operative checks and maintenance procedures
5.5 .Assess meteorological conditions
5.6 .Conducting safe chemical application
5.7 .Deal to Chemical spills or accidents
LO6. Ensure personnel are adequately trained in chemical use
6.1 .Providing training to personals who handle chemicals
6.2 .Oorganis external training opportunity
LO7. Implement recording systems for chemical storage and use
7.1 Use Record comply
7.2 Record risk assessment and control strategies
7.3 Implement clean up procedures

LEARNING METHODS
 Brainstorming , Lecture-Discussion, Group discussion , Experience sharing
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MODULE ASSESSMENT

 Assessment Methods and Schedules

 Assessment methods:
.Oral questions, Written test, Demonstration/.Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning activities and after finishing the module.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO1. Identify the requirements of chemical use
1.1 Chemical use requirements relevant to the workplace are accessed and interpreted.
1.2 Legalisation and safety procedures surrounding the use of chemicals are accessed and
interpreted.
1.3 Personal protective equipment is used and provided to others for transport, storage and
application of chemicals.
1.4 Industry standards for chemical use are identified.
1.5 Appropriate insurance policy cover is confirmed or arranged.
LO 2. Monitor the implementation of safety requirements
2.1 Implementation of safety practices and rules by others is monitored.
2.2 Safety incidents are investigated and reported in accordance with directions, standards and
legislative requirements.
2.3 Safety hazards in the transport, storage and application of the chemicals are identified.
2.4 Risk control measures to minimize risk involved in chemical use.
2.5 Measures for controlling residue in the environment and produce are implemented.
LO 3. Plan and implement a maintenance program for chemical use equipment
3.1 Plan for maintenance of application and personal protective equipment is established
according to manufacturer’s instructions.
3.2 Implementation of maintenance plan is supervised.
3.3 Faulty or damaged equipment is identified and repaired or replaced.
LO 4. Determine the suitability of a chemical for use in a control program
4.1 Integrated Pest Management (IPM) or Animal Health Strategy (AHS) is planned.
4.2 Chemicals included in the IPM or AHS are selected according to situation.
4.3 Alternatives to chemical treatments are considered and applied according to IPM or AHS.
LO 5. Ensure the correct selection and application of the chemical
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5.1 Chemicals suitable for situation are identified, and procedures for preparation, application
and risk control are read and interpreted.
5.2 Application equipment is selected in accordance with procedures.
5.3 Ensure calibration of equipment is implemented according to directions and standards.
5.4 Pre-operative checks and maintenance procedures are implemented.
5.5 Meteorological conditions are assessed as appropriate to application prior to and during
chemical application.
5.6 Chemical application is conducted safely in accordance with hazards associated with the
chemicals concerned.
5.7 Chemical spills or accidents are dealt with according to procedures.
LO6. Ensure personnel are adequately trained in chemical use
6.1 Training is provided to personnel who are handling or using chemicals.
6.2 External training and assessment opportunities are organised for staff involved in using
chemicals.
LO7. Implement recording systems for chemical storage and use
7.1 Records comply with legislation and regulations surrounding chemical use.
7.2 Risk assessment and control strategies are recorded in accordance with requirements.
7.3 Clean up procedures are implemented following chemical applications.

ANNEX: RESOURCE CONDITIONS

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Description/ Requi
Recomme
Specifications remen
nded
Item Quant ts
Category/Item Ratio
No. ity (e.g.
(Item:
Maint
Trainee)
enanc)
A. Learning Materials
Reference books 1:5
OS
Handouts To be prepared by the
1:1
trainer
To be prepared by the
Manuals 1:10
trainer
To b e prepared by the
video
trainer , MoARD , 1:25
BoARD and EARO
Learning Facilities &
B.
Infrastructure
Well Equipped Lecture
1 room with tables, chairs 8 x 5 sqm 1:25
and whiteboard
Well equipped Audio-
2 Visual Center with 50 sqm 1:25
projector
3 Computer Room 50 sqm 1:25
Library (Provided with
4 reference books, handouts, 100 sqm
manuals, etc…)
C. Consumable Materials 1:1
Stationeries Papers, pens, pencils,
. 1:1
markers, etc …

D. Tools and Equipments 1:1

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MODULE TITLE : Supervising crop establishment

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 05 0911
NOMINAL DURATION: 25 Hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION:
This module covers the work involved in supervising the establishment of agricultural crops.
It includes sourcing information for input to the plan, as well as preparing the plan itself,
communicating it to the people who will sow the crop, and monitoring the planting operations
as they happen. It requires the need to monitor and adjust the plan in response to changing
situations, and to subsequently evaluate, and report on, the outcomes of the planting
operation.
The supervision of agricultural crop establishment is likely to be undertaken with only
general guidance sought from others. This unit involves the application of extensive
knowledge with depth in some areas including the actions that might be taken to minimise or
eliminate detrimental environmental impacts.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
On completion of this module the learners will be able to :
LO1. Source information for input to planting plan
LO 2. Prepare planting plan
LO 3. Determine scheduling and key responsibilities
LO 4. Monitor and adjust the planting plan

MODULE CONTENTS
LO1. Source information for input to planting plan
1.1 Identify and obtain document for production plan
1.2 Gathering information
1.3 Identification target area, or paddock
LO 2. Prepare planting plan
2.1 Determine agricultural crop and method of planting
2.2 Assesse and calcultion of resources
2.3 Setting target planting dates
2.4 Selection and organizing of chemical applications

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2.5 Plan for preparation

2.6 Identify and assess Occupational health & safety hazards
2.7 Identify approvals for planting
2.8 Determination of measurable indicators, specifications and targets
LO 3. Determine scheduling and key responsibilities
3.1 Determine schedules for planting
3.2 Determing and implement key responsibilities
3.3 Determine Record keeping requirements
3.4 Documentetion the planning
3.5 Reporting the Plan

LO 4. Monitor and adjust the planting plan

4.1. Outline monitoring points
4.2. Making Checks for the environmental requirements
4.3. Checking Occupational health & safety requirements
4.4. Check documentation
4.5. Initiation and taking for correctives or amendment
LEARNING METHODS:
 Lecture-discussion
 Group assignment
 Video and slide
 Group discussion
 Field work
MODULE ASSESSMENT

 Assessment Methods and Schedules

 Assessment methods:
 Oral questions
 Written test
 Demonstration
 Observations

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 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning activities and after finishing the
module.
 Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped with work place or farm
with necessary tools, equipment consumable materials.
ASSESMENT CRITERIA
LO1. Source information for input to planting plan
1.1 Documents within the organization that detail the requirements of the production plan are
identified and obtained
1.2 Information regarding activities that will be occurring at a similar time to planting is
gathered through discussion with colleagues and management, and by reading the
production / management plan
1.3 The specific target area, or paddock, for planting is identified from the production/
management plan
1.4 Information regarding the trash levels and seedbed conditions is gathered by viewing the
site and through discussion with colleagues
LO 2. Prepare planting plan
2.1 The agricultural crop and method(s) of planting to be used are determined from the
organizations production / management plan and availability
2.2 The resources required for the planting operations are assessed and calculated from the
area to be sown, the method of planting to be used, and the available timelines
2.3 The target dates are set for planting, including the sequencing for planting each paddock,
in line with the overall production/management planning for the organization
2.4 The chemical applications that are required prior to and post planting are selected and
organized to occur at an appropriate time
2.5 The plan is prepared to ensure that any potential detrimental environmental impacts are
minimized or eliminated, including the proper disposal of containers, drums and other waste
2.6 Occupational health & safety hazards are identified, assessed, and the planting plan
provides for responsible actions by the operators and management
2.7 Any approvals that are required for the planting operations are identified, sought and
obtained

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2.8 Measurable indicators, specifications and targets are determined, based on the
production / management plan and the method, resources, and seed to be used
LO 3. Determine scheduling and key responsibilities
3.1 Scheduling for planting is determined taking the range of geographic and resourcing
factors into consideration, as well as operations that will be occurring at the same time as the
planting
3.2 Key responsibilities for specific preparatory processes that are required before planting are
determined
3.3 Key responsibilities for specific implementation processes are determined
3.4 Recordkeeping requirements are determined and procedures are put in place to ensure
compliance with the range of applicable regulations
3.5 The plan, including scheduling and key responsibilities, is clearly documented
3.6 The plan includes the type, format, frequency and detail of any reporting required by both
managers and operators
LO 4. Monitor and adjust the planting plan
4.1 Monitoring points outlined in the implementation plan are adhered to
4.2 Checks are made to ensure that the occupational health & safety requirements are being
observed and followed
4.3 Checks are made to ensure that the site environmental requirements are being observed
and followed
4.4 Operational staff and any contractors are communicated with regularly to ensure smooth
operation and progress
4.5 Checks are made to ensure that the documentation required by the organization, or other
regulating bodies, is completed clearly and accurately during the progress of the planting
process
4.6 Where any corrective action or amendment to the planting plan is required, the action is
initiated and taken

ANNEX: RESOURCE CONDITIONS

MODULE TITLE : Supervising crop establishment
MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 05 0911
Item No. Category/Item Description/ Quantity Recommen Requirements
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Specifications ded Ratio

(e.g.
(Item:
Maintenance)
Trainee)
As per the
number of
A. Learning Materials
students in the
college
All equipments can be used as
1
learning materials
Learning Facilities &
B.
Infrastructure
1 Class rooms 1:25
2 Furniture 1:1
C Consumable Materials
1. Fuel -
2 Lubricant
3. Seed
D Tools and Equipments
1. Tractor 1
2. Moldboard Plough To 2
3 Disc plough Be 2
4 Chisel plough Filled by 2
5 Sub soiler experts 1
6 Spring tooth harrow 2
7 Spike tooth harrow 2
Soil cultivating
8 Rotary hoe 1
m
Soil cultivating
9 Row crop cultivator 1
machine
10 mower 2
11 laptop 1:25
12 LCD 1:25
13 Manual for operation
Fork Digging tool 1:1
spade Digging tool 1:1
Hoe Digging tool 1:1
Sickle Cutting tool 1:1
Saw Cutting tool 1:1
Plastic ribbon
Tape measure used to measure 1:5
distance(m/cm)
Protective eye
Goggles 1:1
glass
Protective
Gloves rubber cloth for 1:1
hand
Gown Protective cloth 1:1
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Soil sampling
Augers 1:5
equipment
Container for
Bins 1:5
seed
Seed Drills Sowing machine 1
Air Seeders, Sowing machine 1
Machine used
Scarify Trucks for scarifying 1
seed
tractors and associated crop
maintenance machinery such
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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Supervising crop maintenance

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 06 0911
NOMINAL DURATION: 25 hours
MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module covers the functions required to promote and maintain the health of agricultural
crops. It requires the application of skills and knowledge to manage the production of a grains
crop in an environment with optimal nutrient availability, and with minimum damage from pests,
weeds and disease. The work is likely to be carried out under broad supervision within enterprise
guidelines.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Determine condition of agricultural crops
LO2. Determine pest control
LO3. Manage crop health

MODULE CONTENTS
LO1. Determine condition of agricultural crops
1.1 Undertake measurement and assessment of soil moisture
1.2 Calculting water requirements for the crop
1.3 Assessing Nutrient requirements for the crop
1.4 Identify factors affecting crop capacity
1.5 Implement sustainable land management
LO2. Determine pest control
2.1 Assessing Pests and disease
2.2 Identifying Weed infestation area
2.3 Selecting and scheduling Control methods
2.4 Maintaing records for severity of infestations and treatments
LO3. Manage crop health
3.1 Planning and monitoring Crop for optimal production
3.2 Monitoring Weed and pest levels
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3.3 Assessement of benefits from fertilization methods

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion
 Demonstration
 Hands on exercise
 Field visit
MODULE ASSESSMENT

 Assessment Methods and Schedules

 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions
o Written test
o Demonstration
o Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.
 Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials.
Assessment Criteria
LO1. Determine condition of agricultural crops
1.1 Measurement and assessment of soil moisture is undertaken to calculate soil water
percentage.
1.2 Water requirements are calculated according to soil analysis data, standing crop, and forecast
weather conditions.
1.3 Nutrient requirements for crops are assessed and deficiencies identified.
1.4 Factors affecting crop capacity are identified.
1.5 Sustainable land management is implemented according to enterprise requirements and
environmental standards.
LO2. Determine pest control
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2.1 Evidence of pests and disease is assessed and effective control measures appropriate to type
and species of infestation are determined.
2.2 Areas of weed infestation, which may be reduced or eradicated, are located and species
identified.
2.3 Control methods are selected to control pests and weeds without building up a resistance to
chemicals.
2.4 Control methods are scheduled at the optimum time with minimal damage to the crop.
2.5 Severity of infestations and records of treatments are maintained to provide essential data for
future management programs.
LO3. Manage crop health
3.1 Crop is planned and monitored to maintain water and nutritional requirements for optimal
production.
3.2 Weed and pest levels are monitored and the control program modified as required.
3.3 Benefits from fertilization methods are assessed and documented for analysis in future
management programs.
3.4 Cropping programs are monitored for efficiency and effectiveness, and documented for future
best practice.
3.5 Relevant data is documented for continual analysis and effective crop management.

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MODULE TITLE: Supervising crop maintenance

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 06 0911
Recommended Requirements
Item
Category/Item Description/ Specifications Quantity Ratio (e.g.
No.
(Item: Trainee) Maintenance)
A. Learning Materials
1. Books - 1:3
2. Manuals To be prepared by the
Trainer, MoARD, - 1:5
BoARD, and EARO
3 Handouts To be prepared by trainer - 1:1
4 Flip charts To be prepared by
trainer, trainees and by - 1:5
any concerned body
5 News prints To be prepared by any
- 1:5
concerned body
B. Learning Facilities &
Infrastructure
11 Laboratory room dimension of 8 x 5 sqm 1 1:25
2. Demonstration site Work place or farm 1:25
3 Class rooms Furnished with necessary
tables and chairs,
equipments and right 8x5
1:25
ventilation and lighting sqm
with dimension of 8 x 5
sqm
4 School Bus Good for 30 people - 1:30
5 Internet Broad band - 1:5
C. Consumable
Materials
1. Stationary materials Paper, pen, pencil,
- 1:1
marker,
2 Fuel Petroleum and lubricant - -
3 Colored Coverall Small, Medium, Large 50 1:1
4. Boots 50 1:1
5. CD RW ,CD R &
Flash Disk
6. Printer ink
D. Tools and
Equipments
1. Computer Toshiba lap top
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2. Printer HP Laser Jet 1 1:25

3 TV Sony LCD 32“ 1 1:25
4. Public Address
System
5 Multimedia LCD projector, Sony
Equipment
6 Water level
7 thedolite 1:25
8 GPS 1:25
9 hat, boots, mask,
hearing protection, 1:1
sunscreen lotion.
10 gloves, goggles,
1:1
respirator or face
11 tractors
fertilizer spreaders,
1:25
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irrigation equipment.

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LEARNING MODULE : 07 TVET
Provider
TVET PROGRAM TITLE: Field Crops production
MODULE TITLE: Plan and schedule compost production
MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 07 0911
NOMINAL DURATION: 20 hrs
Module description:
This Module specifies the outcomes required to plan and schedule composting operations to meet
production requirements. The unit involves applying a broad knowledge base to identify and apply solutions
to a range of unpredictable problems, and taking responsibility for production outputs in relation to specified
quality standards.
Composting is used as a general expression for the processing of organic materials; with this unit being
relevant for both aerobic composting and vermiculture technologies.
This unit of competency applies to people working at a Commercial-scale composting facility. It will require
taking responsibility for own work output with checking related to overall progress, and taking
responsibility for the work output of others.

LEARNING OUTCOME:
At the end of the module the learner will be able to:
LO1: Establish production requirements
LO2: Schedule production to meet requirements.
MODULE CONTENTS:
LO1: Establish production requirements
1.1 Reviewing raw material supply contracts and receival data, sales and market trend information, and
corporate marketing plan and strategy
1.2 Identification of production requirements
1.3 Estimation of Production requirements portfolio
1.4 Monitoring environmental and occupational health and safety impact
1.5 Documenting and submiting production plan

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1.6 Confirming facilities, personnel, machinery and equipment

1.7 Develop contingency plan and documentation
LO2: Schedule production to meet requirements
2.1 Calculating batch types and volumes of compost-based products
2.2 Obtaing laboratory and field test data of compost materials
2.3 Monitoring and adjusting Production schedule
2.4 Availing required product
LEARNING STRATEGIES:
 Lecture-discussion, Group work, Individual assignment, Demonstrations
ASSESSMENT METHODS:
 Interview , Written test/exam
 Observation and question, Simulation/role plays, Practical Test
ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE
Assessment will be conducted at the end of each learning outcome and after the module learning is
completed.
ASSESMENT CRITERIA
LO1: Establish production requirements
1.1 Raw material supply contracts and receival data, sales and market trend information, and corporate
marketing plan and strategy are reviewed to quantify production requirements.
1.2 Conditions that may affect production requirements are identified in consultation with executive
management and designated sales and marketing personnel.
1.3 Production requirements across product portfolio to meet customer requirements and site and equipment
capacity are estimated in consultation with executive management and designated sales and marketing
personnel.
1.4 Environmental and occupational health and safety (OHS) impacts are monitored for compliance with
enterprise plan and licence conditions.
1.5 Production plan is documented and submitted for executive management approval.
1.6 Facilities, personnel, machinery and equipment required for compost production are confirmed as being
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1.7 Contingency plan to address potential oversupply or undersupply of raw material or product is
developed and documented.
LO2: Schedule production to meet requirements
2.1 Batch types and volumes of compost-based products to be produced are calculated.
2.2 Laboratory and field test data of compost materials during and post-production is obtained.
2.3 Production schedule is monitored and adjusted according to field and laboratory test results.
2.4 Product is made available to customer in required quantities, to required quality and at required time.

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MODULE TITLE: Preparing organic fertilizers

MODULE CODE: AGR FCP3 M 04 0911
Recom
Require
mended
ments
Item Description/ Ratio
Category/Item Quantity (e.g.
No. Specifications (Item:
Mainten
Trainee
ance)
)
A. Learning Materials
1 Books 1:10
By Trainer, MoA,
2. Manuals 25 1:1
BoARD, and EARO
3 Handouts BY trainer 25 1:1
By trainer, trainees
4 Flip charts and by any concerned 25 1:1
body
By any concerned
5 Newsprints 5 1:5
body
B. Learning Facilities &Infrastructure
Furnished with
1 Well equipped Audio visual rooms 1 1:25
necessary equipments
2. Demonstration site Work place or farm - -
Furnished with
3 Well equipped lecture rooms 1 1:25
necessary equipments
4 School bus Road & vehicles 1 1:25
Broad band
5 Internet - -

Consumable Materials
C.
Paper, pen, pencil, as
1. Stationary materials -
marker, required -
Petroleum and as
2 Fuel -
lubricant required -
D. Tools and Equipments
1. Computer Toshiba lap top 2 1:12
2 TV Sony LCD 32 ‘’ 1 1:25
3 LCD projector Sony 1 1:25
4 CD RW ,CD R & Flash Disk 5 1:5
By Trainer, MoA,
5 Plant and animal residues -
BoARD, and EARO
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and hose fittings, knives and secateurs, ladders, BoARD, and EARO
packing equipment, spades.

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Implementing pest management action plans

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 08 0911

NOMINAL DURATION: 40 hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This Module covers the process of implementing of pest management action plans at the local
level. It requires an ability to schedule activities, estimate resources required to complete the
work, brief and supervise employees or contractors (where necessary), consult stakeholders,
coordinate contingency management activities, and report progress in relation to the pest
management action plan. Implementing pest management action plans at a local level requires
knowledge of pest biology, vectors, plant survey, ecological systems and production systems.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Schedule pest management activities
LO2. Estimate resources required to complete the required activities
LO3. Brief employees or contracted personnel regarding the pest management
activities
LO4. Supervise employees or contracted personnel in carrying out the pest
management activities
LO5. Coordinate contingency management activities
LO6. Report progress in relation to pest management action plan

MODULE CONTENTS
LO1. Schedule pest management activities
1.1 Identification and scheduling activities in action plan
1.2 Allocating work time in the action plan
1.3 Allocating Employees or contracted personnel
1.4 Procuring plant, machinery, equipment and materials
1.5 Consultig relevant stakeholders regarding the schedules
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Applying OHS standards and other Federal, State and local legislation & regulations
1.6
 Aligning milestones for target pests' life cycle, behaviour patterns, local land
management and production activity cycles.
1.7 Determining measurable performance criteria
1.8 Listing activities
1.9 Selecting and scheduling activities
1.10 selecting and scheduling Monitoring and measurement activities
LO2. Estimate resources required to complete the required activities
2.1 Estimation Personnel and material requirments
2.2 Estimation plant, machinery and materials sourcing
LO3. Brief employees or contracted personnel regarding the pest management
activities
3.1. Informing and adiviseing employees or contracted personnel about pest management plan
and action plan, land owner/manager expectations and reporting and OHS.
LO4. Supervise employees or contracted personnel in carrying out the pest management activities
4.1 Checking Plant, material, machinery and equipment
4.2 Checking Personal protective equipment and clothing
Monitoring procedures and skills
4.3
Providing Feedback, advice and coaching
4.4
LO5. Coordinate contingency management activities
5.1 Initiation and coordination First aid procedures
5.2 Making authorities notification and arrangements
Rescheduling activities that are not carried out
5.3
LO6. Report progress in relation to pest management action plan
6.1 Receiving and assessing reports and records
6.2 Compiling and documenting reports and records
LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion, Group discussion, Demonstration, Hands on exercise, Field visit
MODULE ASSESSMENT

 Assessment Methods and Schedules

 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions, Written test, Demonstration, Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the

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module.
 Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO1.Schedule pest management activities
1.1 Activities identified in the action plan are scheduled within the monthly, weekly or daily
work plans.
1.2 Work time is allocated to complete the activities in accordance with the requirements of the
action plan, and within realistic expectations.
1.3 Employees or contracted personnel with relevant skills and competency are allocated for the
completion of required activities.
1.4 Plant, machinery, equipment and materials required to complete required activities are
procured for the time the activities are to be carried out.
1.5 Relevant stakeholders are consulted regarding the scheduling of activities.
1.6 Relevant OHS standards and other Federal, State and local legislation & regulations are
applied in the allocation and procurement of human and physical
resources.
1.7 Milestones are aligned to critical control points in the target pests' life cycle, behaviour
patterns and the local land management and production activity cycles.
1.8 Measurable performance criteria for objectives at each milestone are determined.
1.9 Activities required to achieve objectives by proposed deadlines are listed in consultation with
local land users.
1.10 Activities are selected and scheduled to comply with the pest management strategy, in
consideration of community attitudes, and in accordance with relevant statutory and regulatory
requirements.
1.11 Monitoring and measurement activities are selected and scheduled to comply with the
vertebrate pest management strategy and in accordance with relevant statutory and
regulatory requirements.
LO2. Estimate resources required to complete the required activities

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2.1 Personnel required to carry out activities are estimated.

2.2 Plant and machinery required to carry out activities are
estimated.
2.3 Materials required to carry out activities are estimated.
2.4 Personnel, plant, machinery and materials are sourced and coasted in consultation with other
stakeholders
LO3. Brief employees or contracted personnel regarding the pest management
activities
3.1 Employees or contracted personnel are informed of the requirements of the pest management
plan and action plan.
3.2 Employees or contracted personnel are informed of land owner/manager expectations and
reporting and recording requirements.
3.3 Employees or contracted personnel are advised of OHS standards and other statutory and
regulatory requirements to be applied in carrying out the required activities.
LO4. Supervise employees or contracted personnel in carrying out the pest
management activities
4.1 Plant, machinery and equipment are checked for serviceability in accordance with
manufacturer's specifications and statutory and regulatory requirements.
4.2 Materials are checked for compliance with OHS standards and other statutory and regulatory
requirements.
4.3 Personal protective equipment and clothing used or worn by employees or contracted
personnel are checked for compliance with OHS standards and other statutory and regulatory
requirements.
4.4 Procedures and skills applied by employees and contracted personnel are monitored for
compliance with OHS standards and other statutory and regulatory requirements.
4.5 Feedback, advice and coaching are provided to employees and contracted personnel as
required to improve or correct procedures and skills.
LO5. Coordinate contingency management activities
5.1 First aid procedures are initiated and coordinated in response to accident or injury to
employees or contracted personnel.
5.2 Relevant authorities are notified and arrangements made in the event of the need for rescue of
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injured employees or contracted personnel.

5.3 Activities that are not carried out due to accidents, injury, other incidents or unfavourable
conditions are rescheduled within the monthly, weekly or daily work plans
LO6. Report progress in relation to pest management action plan
6.1 Reports and records supplied by employees and/or contracted personnel are received and
assessed.
6.2 Reports and records are compiled and documented in accordance with employer or
organizational requirements and statutory and regulatory requirements

ANNEX: RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS

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Requireme
Recommended nts
Item Description/
Category/Item Quantity Ratio (e.g.
No. Specifications
(Item: Trainee) Maintenanc
e)
A. Learning Materials
TTLM (teaching, To be developed by the
1 training and learning Trainer 25 1:1
materials)
2 Text books 25 1:1
3 Reference Book 9 1:3
Insects, Rodents and
4 Diagrams/pictures
Diseased Plants
5 Laboratory Manual 13 1:2
Learning Facilities &
B.
Infrastructure
Well Equipped
Lecture room with
1 6 x 8 sqm 1 1:25
tables, chairs &
whiteboard
Well Equipped
2 Computer with 6 x 8 sqm 1 1:25
printer and scanner
Well Equipped
3 Audi-Visual Room 6 x 8 sqm 1 1:25
with projector
Regularly
Well Equipped
4 8 x 10 sqm 1 1:25 maintaine
Laboratory Room
d
5 School Bus Good for 25 learners
Can accommodate 25
6. Demonstration Site
learners
Consumable
C
Materials
1. Fuel -
2 Lubricant
Common Insecticides Enough for 25
4 Pesticides
and Fungicides learners to use
5 Ethanol
6 Distilled water Car Battery water 5litre:1
7 Tissue paper(soft) 1/group
8 Paper bag Bag made from paper 1:1
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soil sample, not easily

torn
Samples of Disease
9 specimens of cereal 1:1
crops
Chemical powder Enough for 25
10 agar
learners to use
Chemical powder Enough for 25
10 Dextrose
learners to use
Sugar Enough for 25
11 Sucrose
learners to use
12 Marker for labeling 1/group
Potato dextrose agar Chemical powder Enough for 25
13
(PDA) learners to use
14 Match
Sodium hypochlorite Chemical liquid Enough for 25
15
/Berekina learners to use
16
Tools and
D
Equipments
Description/ Requireme
Specifications Recommended nts
Item
Category/Item Quantity Ratio (e.g.
No.
(Item: Trainee) Maintenanc
e)
Handled net to collect
1. Insect trapping net
insect
A Glass Jar with
2. Insect killing jar chemicals to kill
trapped insects
A box in which killed
Insect spreading
3 insects are spreaded
box
and preserved
Stationery needles used
4 pin
to pin insects on board
Jar in which insects are
5 Insect rearing jar
reared
A trap with light to
6 Light trap attract insects and
insecticide to kill them
Sex hormones used to
7 Pheromone trap
attract insects
A Box that is used to
8 Sample quadrant
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used to press plant

species.
Insect displaying Box on which insects
10
board are displayed
A chamber used for
Laminar flow/
isolation of
11 microbiological 1
microorganisms
hood
without contamination
A box-like device that
provides suitable
12 Incubator temperature for 1
cultivation of
microorganisms
An equipment used for
13 Autoclave sterilizing laboratory 1
equipments
Electronic device used
14 LCD to display data from 1 1:25
computer into a screen
4-wheel machine for
15 Tractor 1
cultivation
16 Knapsack sprayer 5 1:5
17 Motorized sprayer 5 1:5
Tractor mounted
18 1 1:25
sprayers
For measuring
19 Thermometer 1 1:25
temperature
Plastic ribbon for
20 Measuring tape 5 1:5
measuring distance
With Magnification
21 Microscope power of 4, 10, 40, and 5 1:5
100
Dissecting
23 5 1:5
microscope
Small rectangular glass
rods for mounting
24 Microscope Slides 5 packets 1 packet/5
specimens for seeing
under the microscope
Small thin and square
Microscope Cover pieces glass for
25 5 packets 1 packet/5
slips covering specimens on
the slides
26 Hand lenses 5 1:5
27 Petri dishes Small circular glass and 25 1:1
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culturing
microorganisms
28 Candle 13 1:2
A tine long wire with a
circular loop at its end
29 Inoculating loop used for transferring 13 1:2
microorganism from
culture to culture
Small needle with a
handle at its top used
30 Inoculating needle 25 1:1
for dissecting plant
tissue
Description/ Requirem
Specifications Recommended ents
31 Category/Item Quantity Ratio (e.g.
(Item: Trainee) Maintena
nce)
Knife or cutting For cutting tissue/leavs
32 25 1:1
blade
33 Microscope 5 1:5
Oven used for drying
34 Drying oven 1 1:25 “
substances
35 Goggles Protective eye glass 25 1:1
36 Hand Gloves plastic cloth for hand 25 1:1
37 white Gown Protective cloth 25 1:1
Electronic digital
device used for
38 Sensitive balance 5 1:5 “
weighing objects (upto
five digits)
Spoon like metal
39 Spatula 5 1:5
structure
Rectangular wood on
Wood plate which tissues are 25 1:1
chopped with knife
Glass jar that can hold Careful
Beaker 25 1:1
50 ml upto1 liter handling
Bucket 10 liter 5 1:5
A glass cylinder that Careful
Graduated cylinder 13 1:2
can hold 1 liter handling
A Glass jar that can
Flask 13 1:2 “
hold 1 liter
A glass tube for
Pipette 13 1:2 “
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A rubber ball on which
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A short glass tube with

a rubber ball at the top
Dropper 13 1:2 “
used to transfer liquids
drop by drop
Small ceramic cup-
shaped mortar with a
Pestle and mortar 5 1:5 “
stick shaped pestle for
grinding tissue
Sieve 5 1:5 “
Shaker for mixing liquids 1 1:25 “
Standard (can hold 8
Centrifuge 1 1:25 “
samples)
Stove For boiling liquids 1 1:25
Magnetic stirrer Stove-like plate with 1 1:25
magnetic system and
used for mixing
liquids/prevent settling
during boiling
Waste bin/basket Plastic basket 5 1:5

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TVET PROGRAM TITLE: : Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Controling weeds, pests and/or diseases in crops
MODULE CODEL: AGR CPM4 M 09 0911
NOMINAL DURATION: 30 Hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION:
This Module covers the process of planning for the control of weed, pests and/or disease,
including first assessing the extent of the infestations impact on the crop. It includes
implementing the control operations according to pre-determined strategies, and using
contract or staff personnel. It requires the need to monitor and adjust the plan in response to
changing situations, and to subsequently evaluate, and report on the outcomes of the weed,
pest and/or disease control measures taken.
Controlling weeds, pests and/or diseases is likely to be undertaken without supervision,
with only general guidance sought from others.
This module involves the application of extensive knowledge, including measurement
techniques for assessing the impact of weeds, pests and/or diseases on crops, and alternative
methods for treating infestations.
LEARNING OUTCOME:
At the end of the module the learner will be able to:
LO1: Prepare for implementation
LO2: Assess weed, pest and/or disease infestations
LO3: Implement weed, pestand/or disease control strategies
LO4: Monitor weed, pest and/or disease control operations
LO5: Complete weed, pest and/or disease control operations

MODULE CONTENTS:
At the end of the module the learner will be able to:
LO1: Prepare for implementation
1.1. Identify and obtaining document reggarding integrated pest management program
1.2. Identifiy frequency of assessment, the size of any sample area, the available budgets
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1.3. Developing plan to implement the integrated pest management program

1.4. Discussions with operational personnel and immediate management
1.5. Determing measurable indicators impacting production potential
1.6. Developing plan to implement targeted pest management program
1.7. Making discussion with appropriate personels
1.8. Identify any approvals required by the organization
1.9. Articulating and documenting the implementing plan

LO2: Assess weed, pest and/or disease infestations

2.1. Coordinating and scheduling People, materials and equipment
2.2. Communicating with personels about procuders, tools, records and expected hazards
2.3. Making observations and data collection
2.4. Assessing and calculation the size and scope of any infestations, and the potential
impact
2.5. Selecting treatments for the infestation
LO3: Implement weed, pestand/or disease control strategies
3.1. Coordinating and scheduling People, materials and equipment
3.2. Undertaking all control operations
3.3. Identification and assessing OHS hazards
3.4. Communicating with personels about the procedures and tools
3.5. Completing documents
3.6. Communicating to operational staff and contractors
3.7. Giving advice
LO4: Monitor weed, pest and/or disease control operations
4.1. Outlining monitoring point
4.2. Making checks on OHS and environmental requirements
4.3. Making checks on the organisation, or other regulating bodies
4.4. Intiating amendment on implementating corrective plan
LO5: Complete weed, pest and/or disease control operations
5.1. Removing waste materials and substances

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5.2. Collecting and storing documents

5.3. Preparing recommendations for future control operations
5.4. Reporting the conductd assessment and control operations

LEARNING STRATEGIES:
 Lecture-discussion,
 Group work
 Individual assignment
 Demonstrations
ASSESSMENT METHODS:
 Interview
 Written test/exam
 Observation and question
 Simulation/role plays
Practical Test
Assessment schedule
Assessment will be conducted at the end of each learning outcome and after the module
learning is completed
4. Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO1: Prepare for implementation
1.1 Documents within the organization that detail the requirements of the integrated pest
management program are identified and obtained.
1.2 The frequency of assessment, the size of any sample area, the available budgets for
operations, and the target species for assessment are identified from the organizations weed,
pest and/or disease control plans.
1.3 The method(s) of assessment/measurement and of control for each target species is
identified from the organizations weed, pest and/or disease control plans.
1.4 The resources required for the assessment and control operations are assessed and
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calculated from the area to be assessed, the available timelines, the available
resources, and the methods of control required.
1.5 Measurable indicators, specifications and targets are determined, based on the target
species and the potential impacts on production.
1.6 A plan to implement the integrated pest management program is developed, and clearly
describes its scheduling, resources, responsibilities, target species,
specific location(s) and performance targets for both the assessment and the control
phases.
1.7 Discussions are held with operational personnel and immediate management to discuss
the implementation plan.
1.8 Any approvals that are required for the control operations are identified, sought and
obtained.
1.9 The implementation plan is clearly articulated and documented, as required, by the
organizations policies and procedures.
LO2: Assess weed, pest and/or disease infestations
2.1 People, materials and equipment required for the assessment are coordinated and
scheduled according to the prepared plan.
2.2 The procedures and tools to be used, the kind of records that are to be taken, and any
potential hazards that might be faced are clearly communicated to operational personnel.
2.3 Observations are made and data collected according to the requirements of the
implementation plan.
2.4 The size and scope of any infestations, and the potential impact on crop production are
assessed and calculated.
2.5 Treatments for the infestation are selected from the options detailed in the integrated
pest management plan
LO3: Implement weed, pestand/or disease control strategies
3.1 People, materials and equipment required for the implementation of the selected control
strategies are coordinated and scheduled according to the prepared plan.
3.2 All control operations are undertaken in a manner which ensures that potential negative
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containers and drums.

3.3 OHS hazards are identified, assessed, and responsible action taken throughout the
control operations.
3.4 The procedures and tools to be used, the kind of records that are to be taken, and any
potential hazards that might be faced are clearly communicated to operational
personnel, and confirmation of the clear communication is sought.
3.5 Any documentation that is required to be kept by either the organization or OHS
guidelines is completed clearly and accurately.
3.6 Operational staff and any contractors are communicated with regularly to ensure smooth
operation and progress.
3.7 Advice is given to operational staff and any contractors during the control operations
when requested, or when the need is identified.
LO4: Monitor weed, pest and/or disease control operations
4.1 Monitoring points outlined in the implementation plan are adhered to.
4.2 Checks are made to ensure that the OHS requirements are being observed and followed.
4.3 Checks are made to ensure that the site environmental requirements are being observed
and followed.
4.4 Operational staff and any contractors are communicated with regularly to ensure smooth
operation and progress.
4.5 Checks are made to ensure that the documentation required by the organisation, or other
regulating bodies, is completed clearly and accurately during the progress of the control
operations.
4.6 Where any corrective action or amendment to the implementation plan is required, the
action is initiated and taken.
LO5: Complete weed, pest and/or disease control operations
.1 All waste materials and substances are removed from site and stored or disposed of
responsibly.
5.2 Documentation is collated and stored according to the requirements of the organization.
5.3 Recommendations for future control operations are prepared based on the conduct of the
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5.4 Where it is required, a report on the conduct of the assessment and control operations.

ANNEX: RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS

MODULE TITLE: Controling weeds, pests and/or diseases in crops

MODULE CODEL: AGR CPM4 M 09 0911

Requireme
Recommended nts
Item Description/
Category/Item Quantity Ratio (e.g.
No. Specifications
(Item: Trainee) Maintenanc
e)
A. Learning Materials
TTLM (teaching, To be developed by the
1 training and learning Trainer 25 1:1
materials)
2 Text books 25 1:1
3 Reference Book 9 1:3
Insects, Rodents and
4 Diagrams/pictures
Diseased Plants
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5 Laboratory Manual 13 1:2

Learning Facilities &
B.
Infrastructure
Well Equipped
Lecture room with
1 6 x 8 sqm 1 1:25
tables, chairs &
whiteboard
Well Equipped
2 Computer with 6 x 8 sqm 1 1:25
printer and scanner
Well Equipped
3 Audi-Visual Room 6 x 8 sqm 1 1:25
with projector
Regularly
Well Equipped
4 8 x 10 sqm 1 1:25 maintaine
Laboratory Room
d
5 School Bus Good for 25 learners
Can accommodate 25
6. Demonstration Site
learners
Consumable
C
Materials
1. Fuel -
2 Lubricant
Common Insecticides Enough for 25
4 Pesticides
and Fungicides learners to use
5 Ethanol
6 Distilled water Car Battery water 5litre:1
7 Tissue paper(soft) 1/group
Bag made from paper
large enough to hold
8 Paper bag 1:1
soil sample, not easily
torn
Samples of Disease
9 specimens of cereal 1:1
crops
Chemical powder Enough for 25
10 agar
learners to use
Chemical powder Enough for 25
10 Dextrose
learners to use
Sugar Enough for 25
11 Sucrose
learners to use
12 Marker for labeling 1/group
Potato dextrose agar Chemical powder Enough for 25
13
(PDA) learners to use
14 Match
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Sodium hypochlorite Chemical liquid Enough for 25

15
/Berekina learners to use
16
Tools and
D
Equipments
Description/ Requireme
Specifications Recommended nts
Item
Category/Item Quantity Ratio (e.g.
No.
(Item: Trainee) Maintenanc
e)
Handled net to collect
1. Insect trapping net
insect
A Glass Jar with
2. Insect killing jar chemicals to kill
trapped insects
A box in which killed
Insect spreading
3 insects are spreaded
box
and preserved
Stationery needles used
4 pin
to pin insects on board
Jar in which insects are
5 Insect rearing jar
reared
A trap with light to
6 Light trap attract insects and
insecticide to kill them
Sex hormones used to
7 Pheromone trap
attract insects
A Box that is used to
8 Sample quadrant
collect samples
Classer or news paper
9 Plant press used to press plant
species.
Insect displaying Box on which insects
10
board are displayed
A chamber used for
Laminar flow/
isolation of
11 microbiological 1
microorganisms
hood
without contamination
A box-like device that
provides suitable
12 Incubator temperature for 1
cultivation of
microorganisms
13 Autoclave An equipment used for 1
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equipments
Electronic device used
14 LCD to display data from 1 1:25
computer into a screen
4-wheel machine for
15 Tractor 1
cultivation
16 Knapsack sprayer 5 1:5
17 Motorized sprayer 5 1:5
Tractor mounted
18 1 1:25
sprayers
For measuring
19 Thermometer 1 1:25
temperature
Plastic ribbon for
20 Measuring tape 5 1:5
measuring distance
With Magnification
21 Microscope power of 4, 10, 40, and 5 1:5
100
Dissecting
23 5 1:5
microscope
Small rectangular glass
rods for mounting
24 Microscope Slides 5 packets 1 packet/5
specimens for seeing
under the microscope
Small thin and square
Microscope Cover pieces glass for
25 5 packets 1 packet/5
slips covering specimens on
the slides
26 Hand lenses 5 1:5
Small circular glass and
plastic dishes for
27 Petri dishes 25 1:1
culturing
microorganisms
28 Candle 13 1:2
A tine long wire with a
circular loop at its end
29 Inoculating loop used for transferring 13 1:2
microorganism from
culture to culture
Small needle with a
handle at its top used
30 Inoculating needle 25 1:1
for dissecting plant
tissue
31 Category/Item Description/ Quantity Recommended Requirem
Specifications Ratio ents
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Maintena
nce)
Knife or cutting For cutting tissue/leavs
32 25 1:1
blade
33 Microscope 5 1:5
Oven used for drying
34 Drying oven 1 1:25 “
substances
35 Goggles Protective eye glass 25 1:1
36 Hand Gloves plastic cloth for hand 25 1:1
37 white Gown Protective cloth 25 1:1
Electronic digital
device used for
38 Sensitive balance 5 1:5 “
weighing objects (upto
five digits)
Spoon like metal
39 Spatula 5 1:5
structure
Rectangular wood on
Wood plate which tissues are 25 1:1
chopped with knife
Glass jar that can hold Careful
Beaker 25 1:1
50 ml upto1 liter handling
Bucket 10 liter 5 1:5
A glass cylinder that Careful
Graduated cylinder 13 1:2
can hold 1 liter handling
A Glass jar that can
Flask 13 1:2 “
hold 1 liter
A glass tube for
Pipette 13 1:2 “
sucking liquids
A rubber ball on which
Pipette filler 5 1:5 “
the pipette is inserted
A short glass tube with
a rubber ball at the top
Dropper 13 1:2 “
used to transfer liquids
drop by drop
Small ceramic cup-
shaped mortar with a
Pestle and mortar 5 1:5 “
stick shaped pestle for
grinding tissue
Sieve 5 1:5 “
Shaker for mixing liquids 1 1:25 “
Standard (can hold 8
Centrifuge 1 1:25 “
samples)
Stove For boiling liquids 1 1:25
Magnetic stirrer Stove-like plate with 1 1:25
magnetic system and
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used for mixing

liquids/prevent settling
during boiling
Waste bin/basket Plastic basket 5 1:5

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TVET PROGRAM TITLE: : Crop Production and marketing management
MODULE TITLE: Determining seasonal irrigation scheduling tasks
MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 10 0911
NOMINAL DURATION: 30 Hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION:
This module covers the process of implementing watering shifts, monitoring factors that influence
water requirements and adjusting the irrigation schedule to accommodate changes in those factors,
without supervision but with general guidance on progress.
It requires the ability to use enterprise monitoring equipment, access irrigation data, plot and read
graphic data, measure and interpret environmental data, estimate water availability for plants/crops,
and read and apply map data to property features. Implementing monitoring and adjusting irrigation
schedules requires a knowledge of crop and plant health, weather patterns, irrigation monitoring
procedures, soil water retention testing techniques, monitoring irrigation surface runoff and infiltration
due to soil type and terrain, water quality monitoring methods and techniques, and water authority
standards and procedures.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of the module the learner will be able to:
LO1: Determine irrigation shifts
LO2 : Check water supply and availability
LO3: Implement irrigation shifts
LO4: Evaluate effectiveness of irrigation activities
LO5: Monitor irrigation system process as specified by enterprise policy and procedures

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LO6: Record irrigation information and activities as specified by enterprise policy

MODULE CONTENTS:
LO1: Determine irrigation shifts
1.1 Subdivision of irrigated area
1.2 Defining of each unit
1.3 Defining Crop/plant water requirement
1.4 Combining of similar irrigation units
LO2 : Check water supply and availability
2.1 Determining water volume
2.2 Ordering water
2.3 Sufficient notice of water order
LO3: Implement irrigation shifts
3.1 Co-ordinating resources
3.2 Implementing agreed irrigation schedule
LO4: Evaluate effectiveness of irrigation activities
4.1 Monitoring plant or crop environment
4.2 Inspecting Plants and crops
LO5: Monitor irrigation system process as specified by enterprise policy and procedures
5.1 Recording frequency of irrigation
5.2 Recording water usage measurement
5.3 Estimating and calculating water use and actual water used
5.4 Measuring water quality
5.5 Assessing plant or crop growth and water use efficiency
5.6 Measuring and Assessing soil chemical characteristics and soil moisture
5.7 Measuring labour performance
5.8 Recording climate and weather conditions
LO6: Record irrigation information and activities as specified by enterprise policy
6.1 Recording
 Plant or crop environment data
 Water orders and water usage

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 Irrigation shifts
 System process data

LEARNING STRATEGIES:
 Lecture-discussion,
 Group work
 Individual assignment
 Demonstrations
ASSESSMENT METHODS:
 Interview, Written test/exam
 Observation and question
 Simulation/role plays, Practical Test
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO1:Determine irrigation shifts
1.1 The irrigated area is subdivided into the smallest units capable of individual irrigation and area,
and irrigation equipment characteristics are noted for each.
1.2 Each unit is defined for its soil irrigation capability.
1.3 The crop/plant water requirement is defined for each unit.
1.4 Units requiring similar irrigation are combined to form a shift that does not exceed the water
delivery capacity of the property irrigation infrastructure.
LO2 : Check water supply and availability
2.1 Water volume required to meet irrigation needs over specified period is determined.
2.2 Water is ordered, if necessary, according to water management authority standards and
procedures.
2.3 Sufficient notice of water order is given, if necessary, to ensure water is available when required.
LO3: Implement irrigation shifts
3.1 Resources are co-ordinate and personnel briefed to deliver requirements.
3.2 Agreed irrigation schedule is implemented
LO4: Evaluate effectiveness of irrigation activities
4.1 Plant or crop environment is monitored according to enterprise policy and procedures.
4.2 Plants and crops are inspected for signs of stress

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LO5: Monitor irrigation system process as specified by enterprise policy and procedures
5.1 Frequency of irrigation is recorded.
5.2 Water usage is measured and recorded, and does notm exceed water allocation for a given period.
5.3 Differences between estimated water use and actual water used are calculated.
5.4 Water quality is measured according to enterprise OHS policy and procedures.
5.5 Plant or crop growth and water use efficiency is assessed.
5.6 Soil chemical characteristics are measured and soil moisture is assessed.
5.7 Labour performance is measured.
5.8 Climate and weather conditions are recorded
LO6: Record irrigation information and activities as specified by enterprise policy
6.1 Plant or crop environment data is recorded.
6.2 Water orders and water usage is recorded.
6.3 Irrigation shifts are recorded.
6.4 System process data are recorded.
ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE:
Assessment will be conducted at the end of each learning outcome and after the module learning is
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MODULE TITLE: Determining seasonal irrigation scheduling tasks

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 10 0911
Descr
iption Recomme
Requirements
/ nded Ratio
Item No. Category/Item Quantity (e.g.
Specif (Item:
Maintenance)
icatio Trainee)
ns
As per the
number of
A. Learning Materials
students in the
college
All equipments can be used as learning
1 materials
B. Learning Facilities & Infrastructure
1 Class rooms 1:25
2 Furniture 1:1
3 Land
C Consumable Materials
1. Fuel -
2 Lubricant
3. Water
4

D Tools and Equipments

1. Computer, LCD
Digging tools (, shovel spade, fork,
2.
hoe, sickle, saw
3. Manual for operation
4. Tape measure
5. Goggles, Gloves, Gown
6. Rope
7. Bucket
8. Pegs, poles,
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9. Wheel barrows
10.
Trench and furrow maker
11.
Broad row maker
12.
Water pump
changing engine oil, replacing the
oil filter, replacing the air cleaner,
checking battery water level, pre-
13. cleaner, gear box oil, cooling
system/water, fuel, battery charge
and fuel tank, greasing the pump
jack shaft and bearings, and flushing
(de-silting) the pump
greasing head of pivot and all
14 gearboxes, checking tyre pressure,
and cleaning electrical controls
gland packing, rubber rings, belts
15 and pulleys, hazardous substances,
or chemicals

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TVET PROGRAM TITLE: Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Scheduling irrigations
MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 11 09 11
NOMINAL DURATION: 25 Hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION:
This module covers the process of determining the timing and amount of each irrigation to meet crop or plant
needs and environmental requirements. It requires the ability to use and maintain in-field equipment that
monitors the plant environment, incorporate data from monitoring sources into scheduling systems, monitor
crop/plant water use, assess efficacy of irrigation, record irrigation and scheduling parameters, and plan for
extremes of weather.
Scheduling irrigation requires knowledge of inter-relationship between plant, soil and the aerial environments in
the determination of water budgets, plant responses to moisture stress, possible adverse impacts on the crop and
environment from inefficient scheduling or unpredictable weather effects, recognition of moisture stress effects,
physical soil characteristics, and weather forecasting.

LEARNING OUTCOME:
At the end of the module the learner will be able to:
LO1. Monitor crop/plant water use
LO2. Apply a measured amount of water
LO3. Assess efficacy of irrigation and repeat cycles of irrigation
LO4. Record irrigation and scheduling parameters
LO5. . Plan for extremes of weather

MODULE CONTENTS:
LO1. Monitor crop/plant water use
1.1 Measuring or estimating water use
1.2 Water accumulation
LO2. Apply a measured amount of water
2.1 Pre-determined deficit prediction
2.2 Applying irrigation
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LO3. Assess efficacy of irrigation and repeat cycles of irrigation

3.1 Measuring effectiveness of irrigation application
3.2 Adjusting estimated soil moisture level
3.3 Recalibration of scheduling system
3.4 Repeating cycles of irrigation
LO4. Record irrigation and scheduling parameters
4.1 Recording;
 each irrigation and significant rainfall event
 drainage amount below root zone
 system performance data

LO5. Plan for extremes of weather

5.1 Modifing estimated deficits
5.2 Altering shift areas, and application rates
5.3 Implementing strategies
LEARNING STRATEGIES:
 Lecture-discussion, Group work,Individual assignment,Demonstrations
ASSESSMENT METHODS:
 Interview,Written test/exam, Observation and question
 Simulation/role plays
Practical Test
ASSESSENT SCHEDULE
Assessment will be conducted at the end of each learning outcome and after the module
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
LO1. Monitor crop/plant water use
1.1 Water use is measured or estimated from one or more systems.
1.2 Water is accumulated as a soil water deficit in the root zone.
LO2. Apply a measured amount of water
2.1 A pre-determined deficit is predicted using a scheduling system(s).
2.2 Irrigation is applied to partly or fully replace the deficit.
2.3 Where appropriate, water quantities are increased to ensure dilution and transport of toxic solutes below the
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LO3. Assess efficacy of irrigation and repeat cycles of irrigation

3.1 Effectiveness of irrigation application with in-field equipment is measured.
3.2 The estimated soil moisture level in scheduling system is adjusted to match that measured.
3.3 Where necessary, the scheduling system(s) is recalibrated.
3.4 Cycles of irrigation are repeated until schedule is correctly established.
LO4. Record irrigation and scheduling parameters
4.1 Each irrigation and significant rainfall event, plus other appropriate parameters used in scheduling system,
are recorded.
4.2 Drainage amount below root zone at each irrigation is estimated and recorded.
4.3 System performance data is recorded.
LO5. Plan for extremes of weather
5.1 Estimated deficits are modified to cater for any prolonged saturation following heavy rainfall.
5.2 Shift areas, and where applicable, application rates, are altered to suit appropriate irrigation schedules that
minimize frost damage.
5.3 Strategies involving prioritizing of plants/crops and intermittent irrigation are implemented at times of
extreme heat.

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MODULE TITLE: Scheduling irrigations

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 11 09 11
Descr
iption Recomme
Requirements
/ nded Ratio
Item No. Category/Item Quantity (e.g.
Specif (Item:
Maintenance)
icatio Trainee)
ns
As per the
number of
A. Learning Materials
students in the
college
All equipments can be used as learning
1 materials
B. Learning Facilities & Infrastructure
1 Class rooms 1:25
2 Furniture 1:1
3 Land
C Consumable Materials
1. Fuel -
2 Lubricant
3. Water
4

D Tools and Equipments

1. Computer, LCD
Digging tools (, shovel spade, fork,
2.
hoe, sickle, saw
3. Manual for operation
4. Tape measure
5. Goggles, Gloves, Gown
6. Rope
7. Bucket
8. Pegs, poles,
9. Wheel barrows
10.
Trench and furrow maker
11.
Broad row maker
12.
Water pump
13. changing engine oil, replacing the
oil filter, replacing the air cleaner,
checking battery water level, pre-
cleaner, gear box oil, cooling
system/water, fuel, battery charge
and fuel tank, greasing the pump
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jack shaft and bearings, and flushing

(de-silting) the pump
greasing head of pivot and all
14 gearboxes, checking tyre pressure,
and cleaning electrical controls
gland packing, rubber rings, belts
15 and pulleys, hazardous substances,
or chemicals

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TVET PROGRAM TITLE: Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Managing organic soil improvement

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 12 0911
NOMINAL DURATION: 30 Hours
MODULE DESCRIPTION:
This Module specifies the outcomes required to improve and manage soils for organic production. The unit
involves taking samples of soil and plant tissue and analyzing results. It also requires improving soil fertility in
response to sample testing by modifying cultivation practices. Competency in this unit requires knowledge of the
processes of soil formation and interactions between the soil, plants and animals. This unit of competency applies
to people working on a farm that is managed according to the principles of organic agriculture.

LEARNING OUTCOME:
At the end of the module the learner will be able to:
LO1. Monitor indicators of soil fertility
LO2. Assess soil-related factors for selected plants
LO3. Select and implement allowable techniques and inputs to optimize soil fertility.
MODULE CONTENTS:
LO1. Monitor indicators of soil fertility
1.1 Undertaking work
1.2 Conducting soil testing
1.3 Assessing and recording of;
 Soil acidity or alkalinity (pH), mineral balances and organic matter levels
 Soil texture, structure, salinity and sodicity
1.4 Analyzing results
LO2. Assess soil-related factors for selected plants
2.1 Selecting nutritional requirements
2.2 Selecting soil analyses and testing facilities
2.3 Collecting soil and plant tissue sample

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2.4 Analysing results of soil and tissue testing

2.5 Assessing soil condition, soil biological activity and soil health
LO3. Select and implement allowable techniques and inputs to optimize soil fertility
3.1 Identifing and calculating input
3.2 Identifing and evaluating nutrient cycling techniques
3.3 Selecting and managing cover crop and pasture systems
3.4 Developing, appling and monitoring mulching and composting systems
3.5 Implementing rotation
3.6 Selecting and implementing cultural practices

LEARNING STRATAGES
 Lecture-discussion
 Demonstration
 Individual/group Assignment
Field Visit
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Competence may be assessed through:
 Practical assessment
 Written exam/test
 questioning or interview
 project-related conditions
 Portfolio Assessmet
ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE
Assessment will be conducted at the end of each learning outcome and after the module learning is completed
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
LO1. Monitor indicators of soil fertility
1.1 Work is undertaken in an environmentally appropriate manner and according to workplace information,
principles of organic agriculture, occupational health and safety requirements and enterprise guidelines.
1.2 Soil testing is conducted at reference sites according to enterprise procedures and organic industry standards.
1.3 Soil acidity or alkalinity (pH), mineral balances and organic matter levels are assessed and recorded.
1.4 Soil texture, structure, salinity and sodicity are assessed and recorded.
1.5 Results are analyzed to identify trends and areas for improvement.

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LO2. Assess soil-related factors for selected plants

2.1 Nutritional requirements of selected plant species are identified.
2.2 Soil analyses to be conducted and suitable testing facilities are selected.
2.3 Soil and plant tissue sample collection is conducted according to enterprise procedures and requirements of
testing facility.
2.4 Results of soil and tissue testing are analysed in relation to requirements of the farming system.
2.5 Soil condition is assessed for drainage, compaction, aeration and water infiltration in relation to requirements
for desired plant growth for selected species.
2.6 Soil biological activity is assessed by identifying and evaluating presence of organisms.
2.7 Soil health is assessed by identifying and evaluating plant species present.
LO3. Select and implement allowable techniques and inputs to optimize soil fertility
3.1 Range of allowable inputs is identified according to requirements of the National Standard for Organic and
Biodynamic Produce.
3.2 Suitable nutrient cycling techniques are identified and evaluated.
3.3 Appropriate inputs are calculated, based on soil/plant analyses, crop removal and plant/animal observations.
3.4 Cover crop and pasture systems are selected and managed.
3.5 Mulching and composting systems are developed, applied and monitored.
3.6 Rotations to optimize soil fertility are designed and implemented.
3.7 Cultural practices to enhance soil fertility are selected and implemented.

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MODULE TITLE: Managing organic soil improvement

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 12 0911
Description/ Specifications Recommended Requirements
Item Quanti
Category/Item Ratio (e.g.
No. ty
(Item: Trainee) Maintenance)
Learning
A.
Materials
1. TTLM To be prepared by trainers
1. Principles of vegetable production.
5
2. Nutrient Management practice in
crops & cropping systems. 5

3.
4. Fertilizers & Crop 5
And Production
5. 4. Hand Book of Soil Science 5
1:5 Recent
2 Reference Books
6. Hand Book of Soil Fertilizer and 5
Manure
7. Soil sampling & Method of 5
Analysis
8. Soil & Water Management 5
practical manual
9. Principles & Practice of Agronomy 5
10. EOS for VRT CPM 1 1:25
3 Charts Status data 1 1:25 Updated
4 Pictures Different type 25 1:1 Updated
5 Video and audio Different Recorded cassettes Updated
B. Learning Facilities & Infrastructure
1 Demonstration farm/ Practical Site I Hectare 1 100 m2 : 1 Well prepared
5x8m Fully
2 Laboratory 1 1:25
equipped
5x8m Fully
3 Class rooms 1 1:25
equipped
4 Agricultural Factories Vegetable Nursery
5x8m Resent
5 Library 1 1:25 reference
books
6 Internet 0n 25 computer 1 1:1
7 Students Dormitory
8 Students dining room
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9 Vehicles Costar 1 1:1

C. Consumable Materials
1 Stationary
2 Seeds
3 Fertilizers
4 Chemicals
D. Tools and Equipments
1 Projector LCD 1 1:25 Maintenance
Desk Top Flat screen, Maintenance
2 Computer 25 1:1
17’’ DELL
3 Computer Lab top (Toshiba) 1 1:25 Maintenance
4 Camera Digital 1 1:25 Maintenance
5 Video Camera Digital 1 1:25 Maintenance
6 Photocopier Hp laser Jet 1 1:25 Maintenance
7 Printer Color Hp laser Jet 1 1:25 Maintenance
8 Printer Normal Hp laser Jet 1 1:25 Maintenance
9 Scanner Hp 1 1:25 Maintenance
Different types 10
10 Seeds 10:25
kg
NPK 100
11 Fertilizers 4:1
kg
12 Chemicals Different (liters) 5 1:5
13 Sickles Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
14 Rake Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
15 Spade Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
16 Shovel Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
17 Machete Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
18 Mattock/pick axe Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
19 Hoe (small) Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
20 Hoe (large) Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
21 Forked hoe Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
22 Watering can Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
(in meter-string or 5000
23 Rope 200:1
plastic ) m
24 Measuring tape 50 and 100 m 25 1:1
25 Wheel barrow Pcs 25 1:1
(5o and 100 kg
26 Sacks 100 4:1
capacity)
27 Graduated cylinder 50 and 100 ml 25 1:1
28 Pegs 1m length 2500 100:1
29 Mesh Wire Set will be prepared 5 1:5
30 Nails From 5 to 12 cm 50 2:1
31 Stake For Shade purpose 500 20:1
32 Hand fork Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
33 Buckets Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
34 Cutlass Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
35 Hand sprayer Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
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36 Litmus paper Pcs

37 Saws Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
38 Hammer Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
39 Soil laboratory kit Set 5 1:5
Well decomposed
40 Soil organic matter 1
(truck)
41 pH meter Pcs 10 10:25
42 Beam balance Pcs 10 10:25
43 spoons Pcs 25 1:1
44 Fore-ceps Pcs 25 1:1
45 Shears Pcs 25 1:1 Maintenance
46 Tractors and trailers Pcs 1 1:25 Maintenance
47 Plows Pcs 1 1:25 Maintenance
48 Harrows Pcs 1 1:25 Maintenance
49 Thatch grass Bundles 10 10:25
50 Altimeter Pcs 10 10:25 Maintenance
51 thermometer Soil 10 10:25 Maintenance

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Implementing horticultural crop harvesting program

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M13 0811

NOMINAL DURATION: 30 hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module specifies the outcomes required to implement and monitor a horticultural crop
harvesting program. It requires the application of skills and knowledge to estimate crop yield,
assess risk, negotiate appropriate insurance, and schedule labor and equipment resources. It also
requires knowledge of workplace safety, environmental protection and licensing requirements
associated with harvesting operations.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Plan for harvesting
LO2. Coordinate the harvest strategy.
LO3. Complete harvest operations.

MODULE CONTENTS

LO 1. Introduction to horticultural crops

LO 2. Plan for harvesting
2.1 Assessing crop maturity and quality
2.2 Estimating optimum harvesting time
2.3 Pre-harvest treatments
2.4 Assessing resource requirements
2.5 Identificating enterprise requirements for harvesting
2.6 Assessing insurance requirements
2.7 Identifing and arranging fire prevention and control

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LO 3. Coordinate the harvest strategy.

3.1 Implementing Effective communication strategies
3.2 Implementing and adjusting Harvesting operations
3.3 Co-ordinating and monitoring Equipment operation
3.4 Identifing potential hazards
LO 4. Complete harvest operations.
4.1 Locating storage resources
4.2 Identifing crops drying Strategies
4.2 Grading, packing and storaging crops
4.3 Evaluate harvesting operations, outcomes and resource allocation

4.4 Assessing and documenting Feedback on harvest operations

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion
 Demonstration
 Brainstorming
 Hands on exercise
 Field visit
 Laboratory test

MODULE ASSESSMENT
Assessment Methods and Schedules
 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions
o Written test
o Demonstration
o Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.

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Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO 1. Plan for harvesting
1.1 Crop maturity and quality are assessed in readiness for harvesting.
1.2 Optimum time to harvest crop is estimated according to crop maturity assessment and
customer requirements.
1.3 Pre-harvest treatments for control and eradication of pests are determined and carried out
according to occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements.
1.4 Where applicable to enterprise's operations, requirements for licenses or permits are identified
and met.
1.5 Resource requirements are assessed, giving consideration to size of crop and estimated timing
of harvest.
1.6 Labour and equipment required to carry out harvesting operations are confirmed and
arranged within budgetary constraints.
1.7 Enterprise requirements for harvesting are identified and communicated to all harvest
personnel.
1.8 Insurance requirements are assessed and risk management strategies planned and
implemented as required.
1.9 Requirements for fire prevention and control are identified and arranged according to OHS
requirements.
LO 2. Coordinate the harvest strategy.
2.1 Effective communication strategies are implemented to ensure personnel safety and smooth
flow of operations.
2.2 Harvesting operations are implemented and adjusted as required, according to factors such as
market or customer requirements, weather, equipment and staff or contractor availability.
2.3 Equipment operation is coordinated for maximum efficiency and monitored for performance
effectiveness.
2.4 Existing and potential hazards are identified and controlled according to OHS and enterprise
requirements

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LO3. Complete harvest operations.

3.1 Storage resources are located for efficient operations.
3.2 Strategies for drying crops are identified if necessary.
3.3 Crop is graded, packed and stored.
3.4 Work is monitored to ensure that crop is graded, packed and stored according to enterprise
requirements.
3.5 Harvesting operations and outcomes, including resource allocation, are evaluated against
harvest strategy.
3.6 Feedback on performance is provided to personnel under supervision.
3.7 Own performance is assessed, feedback on performance is sought and any required
improvements are noted for future action.
3.8 Relevant information is documented for continual analysis and effective planning
management.

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MODULE TITLE: Implementing horticultural crop harvesting program

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M13 0811

Description/ Specifications Recommend Requireme

Item ed Ratio nts
Category/Item Quantity
No. (Item: (e.g.
Trainee) Maintenanc
A. Learning Materials
Any available and related
books
Reference books OS of fruit crops 5 1:5
production and
management
Handouts To be prepared by the
25 1:1
trainer
To be prepared by the
Manuals 5 1:5
trainer
video
1 1:25

Learning Facilities &

B.
Infrastructure
Well Equipped
Lecture room with
1 8 x 5 sqm 1 1:25
tables, chairs and
whiteboard
Laboratories
(Equipped with
2 chemicals, 50 sqm 1 1:25
microscope, PH
meter, etc)

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Well equipped
Audio-Visual
3 50 sqm 1 1:25
Center with
projector
Suitable for growing fruit
4 Practical field crops and can
accommodate 25 learners
5 Computer Room 50 sqm 1 1:3
Library (Provided
with reference
6 100 sqm 1
books, handouts,
manuals, etc…)
Consumable
C.
Materials
Stationeries Papers, pens, pencils,
.
markers, etc …
Tools and
D.
Equipments
Cleaning agents To be provided by the As
1
institution required

As
2 Containers To be provided by the
required
institution
To be provided by the As
3 gases
institution required
labels and To be provided by the As
4
adhesives institution required
packaging materials To be provided by the As
5
and tools institution required
To be provided by the As
6 scales
institution required
7 snips and knives To be provided by the 1:1
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institution
hand trolleys and To be provided by the As
8
lifting aids institution required
To be provided by the As
9 light trucks
institution required
To be provided by the
10 tractors and trailers 1
institution
To be provided by the As
11 washers
institution required
To be provided by the As
12 brushes and dryers
institution required
cool rooms and To be provided by the As
13
storage facilities institution required

field bins To be provided by the As

14
institution required
other controlled To be provided by the
atmosphere As
15 institution
storage facilities required

pallets To be provided by the As

16
institution required

racks To be provided by the As

17
institution required
temporary To be provided by the
storage. Whare
institution As
18 house diffused
light storage required

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Supervising agricultural crop harvesting

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M14 0811

NOMINAL DURATION:30 hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module covers the work involved in supervising agricultural crop harvesting operations.
It requires the application of skills and knowledge to estimate crop yield, assess risk and
negotiate appropriate insurance, and schedule labor and equipment resources. It also requires an
awareness of workplace safety, environmental protection and licensing requirements associated
with harvesting operations. The work is likely to be carried out under broad supervision within
enterprise guidelines.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Prepare for harvesting
LO2. Determine harvest strategy
LO3. Co-ordinate the harvest strategy
LO5. Complete harvest operations
MODULE CONTENT
1. Introduction to crop harvesting
2. Prepare for harvesting
2.1 Assessing crop maturity and quality
2.2 Post harvest treatments
2.3 Assessing assurance requirements
2.4 Risk management strategies
3. Determine harvest strategy
3.1 Harvesting time
3.2 Confirming and arranging labor and equipment
3.3 planning of fire prevention and control
4. Co-ordinate the harvest strategy
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4.1 Communication
4.2 Implementing harvesting operation
4.3 Monitoring and coordinating equipment operations
4.4 Identifing and controlling of hazards
5. Complete harvest operations
5.1 Locating storage resource
5.2 Grain drying strategies
5.3 Segregating quality of grains
5.4 Evaluating harvesting operation

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion
 Demonstration
 Brainstorming
 Hands on exercise
 Field visit
 Laboratory test
MODULE ASSESSMENT
Assessment Methods and Schedules
 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions
o Written test
o Demonstration
o Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.
Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials
Assessment Criteria
LO1. Prepare for harvesting
1.1 Crop maturity and quality is assessed in readiness for harvesting.
1.2 Pre-harvest treatments for the control and eradication of pests are determined and carried out
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according to OHS requirements.

1.3 Requirements for licenses or permits are identified and complied with.
1.4 Insurance requirements are assessed and risk management strategies planned and
implemented as required.
LO2. Determine harvest strategy
2.1 Optimum timing to carry out harvest is estimated and calculated according to crop maturity
assessment.
2.2 Resource requirements are assessed giving consideration to the size of the crop and estimated
timing of harvest.
2.3 Labor and equipment required to carry out harvesting operations is confirmed and arranged
within budgetary constraints.
2.4 Requirements for fire prevention and control are identified and arranged according to OHS
requirements.
LO3. Co-ordinate the harvest strategy
3.1 Effective communication strategies are implemented to ensure smooth workflow operations
and personnel safety.
3.2 Harvesting operations are implemented and adjusted as required according to weather,
equipment and staff requirements.
3.3 Equipment operation is coordinated for maximum efficiency and monitored for performance
effectiveness.
3.4 Existing and potential hazards are identified and controlled according to OHS and enterprise
requirements.
LO5. Complete harvest operations
4.1 Storage resources are located for efficient operations and strategies for drying
grain are identified, if necessary according to marketing initiatives.
4.2 Quality of grain is segregated to marketing grades and monitored for moisture
content according to classification standards.
4.3 Harvesting operations and outcomes are evaluated against harvest strategy..
4.4 Relevant information is documented for continual analysis and effective planning
management.

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MODULE TITLE: Supervising agricultural crop harvesting

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M14 0811
Description/ Recomme
Specifications nded Requirements
Item
Category/Item Quantity Ratio (e.g.
No.
(Item: Maintenance)
Trainee)
Learning
A.
Materials
To be developed
1. TTLM
by the Trainor
Print out papers
Diagrams/pictures with Pictures of
2.
soil structure, soil
separates,
3 Reference Books

Learning Facilities
B.
& Infrastructure
1. Class rooms 1:25
Fully equipped
2
Laboratory
Tables, chairs, Careful
3. Furniture 1:1
electric line handling
laptop, / 1:25
LCD
Consumable
C. 1:25
materials
1. Marker
2. Hand Glove 1/group
3 Gown
4 “
Tools and
D.
Equipments
Large enough to
1. Paper bag hold soil sample, 1:1
not easily torn
2. Plastic sheet 1/group
Gogles Experts 1:1 “
Electronic device
used to measure
Moisture tester 1:25
grain moisture
content
Sensitive balance Five digits 1:5 “
Measuring tape Plastic ribbon for 1:5 “
measuring
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distance
Machine which
Harvests and
Combine harvester 1
threshes the crop
simultaneously
Motorized
equipment used
Thresher to separate the
grain from the
chaff
Motorized
equipment used
Sheller to separate the
maize grain from
the cob
Toothed and
Curved iron
Sickle structure with 1:1
handle used for
cutting crops
Wheel barrow
Animal carts
Cow, oxen etc for
Animals
threshing
Sac/ container
Winnowing wood

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Maintaining Grain Quality in Storage

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M15 0811

NOMINAL DURATION: 20 hour

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module covers the processes of assessing and maintaining hygiene in grain storage areas, as
well as monitoring the grain for deterioration or pests and contaminants. It includes implementing
pre-determined integrated pest management strategies, and investigating and recommending
options for technology, systems or practices that will improve grain quality.
Maintaining the quality of grain in storage is likely to be undertaken without supervision, with
only general guidance on progress sought from others. This unit requires the application of
extensive knowledge including the types, levels and control methods for a range of pests and
contaminants. It requires skills in sampling grain and working safely in a potentially hazardous
environment, as well as in calculating volumes, mass and quantities.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Maintain hygiene in storage areas
LO2. Monitor grain from arrival to dispatch
LO3. Monitor and maintain grain condition in storage
LO4. Control weeds and pests in storage area

MODULE CONTENTS

1. Introduction to grain quality and storage

2.Maintain hygiene in storage areas
2.1 Hygiene practice
2.2 Repairing and maintenance
2.3 Application of treatments
2.4 Record keeping
3. Monitor grain from arrival to dispatch
3.1 Taking ,testing and analyzing sample

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3.2 Purity standard

3.3 Checking quality
3.4 Keeping record
3.5 Maintaining of grain quality in storage
4. Monitor and maintain grain condition in storage
4.1. Checking of contamination and deterioration
4.2. Checking grain Periodicaly
4.3. Monitoring of storage facilities
4.5. OHS
5. Control weeds and pests in storage area
5.1. Taking grain samples for testing pest infestation

5.2. Controlling storage pests

5.3. Fumigating of enclosed storage area

5.4. Identifing the sources of infestation

5.5. Undertaking pest control in accordance with OHS

5.6. Creating, maintaining and keeping clear and accurate grain treatments

5.7. Creating, maintaining and keeping of chemical

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion
 Demonstration
 Brainstorming
 Hands on exercise
 Field visit
 Laboratory test

MODULE ASSESSMENT
Assessment Methods and Schedules
 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions
o Written test

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o Demonstration
o Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.
Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials
Assessment Criteria
LO1. Maintain hygiene in storage areas
1.1 Storage conditions and facilities are regularly tested to maintain the standard of hygiene in
stored grain.
1.2 The need for repairs and maintenance is identified, and either carried out or a report of the
need is made.
1.3 Treatments are applied to storage facilities to maintain hygiene standards and in line with the
grain storage program.
1.4 The application of all treatments used is accurately recorded in line with the grain storage
program.
LO2. Monitor grain from arrival to dispatch
2.1 Before the grain is stored, samples are taken for testing to ensure a complete record of the
quality of the grain.
2.2 Samples of the grain are taken regularly for testing to ensure purity standards in the grain.
2.3 At dispatch, the grain is checked for quality and against the records taken at the point of
storage.
2.4 Test samples are taken, prepared and forwarded for analysis according to prescribed
guidelines.
2.5 Clear and accurate records of grain movements in and out of storage are created, maintained
and kept as prescribed in the grain storage program.
2.6 Recommendations are made to adopt new technology, systems or practices that will improve
or maintain grain quality in storage.
2.7 All activities around the grain storage facilities are undertaken according to the OHS
guidelines detailed in the grain storage program.
LO3. Monitor and maintain grain condition in storage
3.1 Regular checks of grain in storage are conducted to maintain continued freedom from
contaminants and deterioration.
3.2 Periodical checks of grain in long-term storage are conducted for quality factors and viability
according to enterprise requirements.
3.3 Where necessary, samples of the grain are taken for testing in a laboratory setting.
3.4 Where test samples are required, they are taken, prepared, and forwarded for analysis
according to industry quality assurance and laboratory requirements.
3.5 Clear and accurate records of grain tests and inspections are created, maintained and kept as
described in the grain storage program.
3.6 The condition of storage facilities is monitored using
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the schedule and methods outlined in the grain storage program.

3.7 Where it is required, appropriate corrective action is taken to maintain grain quality.
3.8 All activities around the grain storage facilities are undertaken according to the OHS
guidelines detailed in the grain storage program.
LO4. Control weeds and pests in storage area
4.1 Grain is monitored according to the monitoring points, targets and methods outlined in the
grain storage program.
4.2 Samples of the grain are appropriately taken to test for pest infestation.
4.3 Where it is required, the sample is prepared and forwarded for analysis according to the
prescribed guidelines.
4.4 Pests in storage are controlled according to the guidelines in the grain storage program.
4.5 Enclosed grain storage area is fumigated, and the surrounding environment is kept clean
according to the integrated pest management strategy in the grain storage program.
4.6 The sources of any infestations are identified and steps are taken to control them in line with
the integrated pest management strategy in the grain storage program.
4.7 All pest control activities are undertaken in line with the
OHS guidelines detailed in the grain storage program.
4.8 Clear and accurate records of treatments to the grain and storage facilities are created,
maintained and kept as described in the grain storage program.
4.9 Clear and accurate records of all chemical use in the storage facility, and the applicable
withholding periods are created, maintained and kept as described in the grain storage
program.

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MODULE TITLE: Maintaining Grain Quality in Storage

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M15 0811

Description/ Specifications Recommend Requireme
Item ed Ratio nts
Category/Item Quantity
No. (Item: (e.g.
Trainee) Maintenanc
A. Learning Materials
Any available and related
books
Reference books OS of fruit crops 5 1:5
production and
management
Handouts To be prepared by the
25 1:1
trainer
To be prepared by the
Manuals 5 1:5
trainer
video
1 1:25

Learning Facilities &

B.
Infrastructure
Well Equipped
Lecture room with
1 8 x 5 sqm 1 1:25
tables, chairs and
whiteboard
Laboratories
(Equipped with
2 chemicals, 50 sqm 1 1:25
microscope, PH
meter, etc)

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Well equipped
Audio-Visual
3 50 sqm 1 1:25
Center with
projector
Suitable for growing fruit
4 Practical field crops and can
accommodate 25 learners
5 Computer Room 50 sqm 1 1:3
Library (Provided
with reference
6 100 sqm 1
books, handouts,
manuals, etc…)
Consumable
C.
Materials
Stationeries Papers, pens, pencils,
.
markers, etc …
Tools and
D.
Equipments
Cleaning agents To be provided by the As
1
institution required

As
2 Containers To be provided by the
required
institution
To be provided by the As
3 gases
institution required
labels and To be provided by the As
4
adhesives institution required
packaging materials To be provided by the As
5
and tools institution required
To be provided by the As
6 scales
institution required
7 snips and knives To be provided by the 1:1
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institution
hand trolleys and To be provided by the As
8
lifting aids institution required
To be provided by the As
9 light trucks
institution required
To be provided by the
10 tractors and trailers 1
institution
To be provided by the As
11 washers
institution required
To be provided by the As
12 brushes and dryers
institution required
cool rooms and To be provided by the As
13
storage facilities institution required

field bins To be provided by the As

14
institution required
other controlled To be provided by the
atmosphere As
15 institution
storage facilities required

pallets To be provided by the As

16
institution required

racks To be provided by the As

17
institution required
temporary To be provided by the
storage. Whare
institution As
18 house diffused
light storage required

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Marketing Crop Products

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M16 0811

NOMINAL DURATION: 30 hour

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module covers skill, knowledge & attitude of designing and co-coordinating a marketing
plan. It requires the application of skills and knowledge to analyze market conditions and access
and evaluate advice on market and potential distribution options. In addition, it requires an
awareness of industry structures and business trends. The functions associated with this standard
would be performed independently and under limited supervision. This unit covers application of
knowledge, skills & attitudes of evaluating commercial information, identifying market
requirements, determining promotional strategies and organizing implementation.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Evaluate commercial information
LO2. Identify marketing requirements
LO3. Determine promotional strategies
LO4. Organize implementation
MODULE CONTENTS

1. Introduction to marketing crop products

2. Evaluate commercial information
2.1 Identifing market trend
2.2 Identifing and evaluating of competing product
2.3 Conducting
3. Identify marketing requirements
3.1 Creating promotional materials
3.2 Recording and communicating of priorities, responsibilities, timelines and budgets
3.3 Evaluating of proximity of market area
4. Determine promotional strategies
4.1 Meaning of promotion
4.2 Preparing and recording of promotional activities
4.3 Establishing marketing objectives
5. Organize implementation

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5.1 Establishing criteria’s to measure promotional activities

5.2 Adjusting promotional activities

5.3 Defining and establishing of distribution channels

5.4 Documentation and distribution

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion
 Demonstration
 Brainstorming
 Hands on exercise
 Field visit
 Laboratory test

MODULE ASSESSMENT
Assessment Methods and Schedules
 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions
o Written test
o Demonstration
o Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.
Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials
Assessment Criteria
LO1. Evaluate commercial information
1.1 Relevant information is researched and analyzed to identify market trends.
1.2 Competing products are identified and evaluated to determine strengths and weaknesses of
own products.
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1.3 Collected information is presented in a manner which provides clear and concise information.
1.4 Market and situation analysis is conducted using established techniques in accordance with
available budget and the need for external assistance.
LO2. Identify marketing requirements
2.1 Promotional materials are created that enhance the product and commercial presentation.
2.2 Priorities, responsibilities, timelines and budgets are recorded and communicated to
appropriate colleagues.
2.3. Proximity of the market area is evaluated.
LO3. Determine promotional strategies
3.1 Detailed plans for promotional activities are prepared and recorded according to enterprise
guidelines.
3.2 Outlined in the promotional plan are objectives, level of exposure to be achieved and
available markets.
3.3 Strategies take account of feedback from operational staff, time management and scheduling
issues, and resource constraints.
3.4 Marketing objectives are established based on new and retained business consistent with
product and operational business plans.
LO4. Organize implementation
4.1 Criteria are established to measure impact and success of promotional activities.
4.2 Adjustments to the promotional strategy product distribution are made promptly to ensure
consistency of promotion.
4.3 Required distribution channels are defined and established.
4.4 Product documentation is distributed on time in the specified quantities.

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MODULE TITLE: Marketing Crop Products
MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M16 0811
Description/ Specifications Recommended
Requirements
Item Quan Ratio
Category/Item (e.g.
No. tity (Item:
Maintenance
Trainee)
A. Learning Materials

1. Reference Books

TTLM ,Manual, To be developed by trainers

2. Handout, Formats &
Charts
Learning Facilities & 30 sqm (6mX5m)
B.
Infrastructure
1. Lecture Room
2. Library 42 sqm ( 6mX7m)
3. Computer Room
Consumable
C.
Materials
1. White Board 1
2. Laser Pointer
3. Printer Ink
Tools and
D. 13 1:2
Equipments
1. Computer 5 1:5
2. Printer LCD 1 1:25
Multimedia TV
3. 1 1:25
Equipment

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MODULE TITLE: Developing waste management strategies

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M17 0811

NOMINAL DURATION: 25 hour

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module describes the development of waste management strategies for clients to meet their
individual needs. It requires the ability to analyze practices and develop strategies by working
effectively with clients. These work functions would be carried out under minimal supervision
within organizational guidelines.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Determine possible options
LO2. Develop strategies.
LO3. Document strategy
LO4. Present strategy

MODULE CONTENTS

MODULE CONTENTS

1. Introduction to waste
2.Determine possible options
2.1 Waste assessment
2.2 development of waste management
3. Develop strategies.
3.1 Assessing of feasibility of waste management options
3.2 Implementing waste management requirements and strategies
3.3 Reviewing of Implemented strategies
4. Document strategy

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4.5 Documenting of waste management strategy

5. Present strategy

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion
 Demonstration
 Brainstorming
 Hands on exercise
 Field visit
 Laboratory test

MODULE ASSESSMENT
Assessment Methods and Schedules
 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions
o Written test
o Demonstration
o Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.
Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials

Assessment Criteria
LO1. Determine possible options
1.1 Review results and findings of waste assessment to determine strategy focus areas and options
in accordance with client requirements , OHS regulations and work procedures
1.2 Identify all options to meet the client's waste management needs
1.3 Consult and involve client in the development of appropriate waste management options
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LO2. Develop strategies.

2.1 Assess feasibility of waste management options in consultation with clients to ensure
appropriate, realistic and achievable options are identified
2.2 Prioritize waste management options in consultation with clients to ensure most important
waste management issues are given greater emphasis
2.3 Develop realistic and achievable waste management strategies which satisfy client and
legislative requirements
2.4 Detail the client's implementation requirements such as process changes, education, training,
resource requirements and schedule
2.5 Review the implementation of strategies in accordance with client requirements, OHS
regulations and work procedures
LO3. Document strategy
3.1 Document waste management strategy clearly and accurately based on information available,
with all relevant aspects outlined including OHS procedures
3.2 Include indemnity to limit liability in accordance with accepted industry practice, company
requirements and relevant legislation
LO4. Present strategy

4.1 Present strategy in a professional manner in accordance with client requirements

4.2 Explain benefits and rationale of the strategy
4.3 Allow time for client questions and discussion

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MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M17 0811
Description/ Recomm
Specifications ended Requirements
Item
Category/Item Quantity Ratio (e.g.
No.
(Item: Maintenance)
Trainee)
A. Learning Materials
To be developed by
1. TTLM
the Trainor
Print out papers
Diagrams/pictures with Pictures of soil
2.
structure, soil
separates,
3 Reference Books
Learning Facilities &
B.
Infrastructure
1. Class rooms - 1:25
Tables, chairs, Careful
2 Furniture 1:1
electric line handling
3. laptop, / 1:25

LCD

Consumable
C. 1:25
materials
1. Preservatives
Chemicals
Chemical that
Fumigants forms smoke to kill
insect pests
Cleaning agents
1/
2. Hand Glove
group
3 Gown
4 “
D. Tools and Equipments
1. Gogles Experts 1:1
2 Gown
Hand glove
Packing materials and
.
containers
Trucks “
Forklifts
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Washer “
Brush
Dryers To
Packing tools Be
Hand trolleys and Filled
lifting aids
Wheel barrow By
Animal carts Experts

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Coordinating Customer Service and Networking Activities

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M18 0811

NOMINAL DURATION: 20 hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module covers the skills and knowledge required to implement customer service
policies and procedures. This unit might be appropriate for merchandise or department
managers who have responsibility for customer service delivery by others in an
agricultural or horticultural setting.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Contribute to quality customer standards
LO2. Implement customer service systems
LO3. Manage networks to ensure customer needs are addressed
MODULE CONTENTS

1. Introduction to coordination of customer system and networking activities

2. Contribute to quality customer standards
2.1. Accessing customer service standards
2.2. Development, refinement and improvement of service policies, standards and
processes.
3. Implement customer service systems
3.1. Reviewing of customer feedback
3.2. Identifing customer service complaints
3.3. Coordinating and managing delivery of services or products
4. Manage networks to ensure customer needs are addressed
4.1. Establishing communication and relevant networks
4.2. Maintaining records of customer interaction
LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion

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 Demonstration
 Brainstorming
 Hands on exercise
 Field visit
 Laboratory test
MODULE ASSESSMENT
Assessment Methods and Schedules
 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions
o Written test
o Demonstration
o Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.
Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials
Assessment Criteria
LO1. Contribute to quality customer standards
1.1 Customer service standards are accessed, interpreted, applied and monitored in the workplace
in accordance with enterprise policies and procedures.
1.2 Contributions are made to the development, refinement and improvement of service
policies, standards and processes
LO2. Implement customer service systems
2.1 All personnel are encouraged to consistently implement customer service systems.
2.2 Customer feedback is reviewed in consultation with appropriate personnel and is
analyzed when improving work practices.
2.3 Customer service complaints are identified and adjustments made to ensure
continued service quality.
2.4 Adjustments are communicated to all those involved in service delivery within
appropriate time frames.
2.5 Delivery of services/products is co-ordinate and managed to ensure they effectively
and efficiently meet agreed quality standards.
LO3. Manage networks to ensure customer needs are addressed
3.1 Effective regular communication is established with customers.
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referral of customers to products/services from within and outside the organization.

3.3 Procedures are put in place to ensure that decisions about targeting of customer
services are based on up-to-date information about the customer and the
products/services available.
3.4 Procedures are put in place to ensure that referrals are based on the matching of the
assessment of customer needs and availability of products/services.
3.5 Records of customer interaction are maintained in accordance with organizational
procedures.
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MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M18 0811
Description/ Specifications Recommended
Requirements
Item Quan Ratio
Category/Item (e.g.
No. tity (Item:
Maintenance
Trainee)
A. Learning Materials

1. Reference Books

TTLM ,Manual, To be developed by trainers

2. Handout, Formats &
Charts
Learning Facilities & 30 sqm (6mX5m)
B.
Infrastructure
1. Lecture Room
2. Library 42 sqm ( 6mX7m)
3. Computer Room
Consumable
C.
Materials
1. White Board 1
2. Laser Pointer
3. Printer Ink
Tools and
D. 13 1:2
Equipments

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1. Computer 5 1:5
2. Printer LCD 1 1:25
Multimedia TV
3. 1 1:25
Equipment

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Analyzing and Interpreting Production Data

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M19 0811

NOMINAL DURATION: 25 hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module covers the process of analyzing and interpreting data for animal production, crop
and horticultural production. It requires the ability to collect and organize production data,
analyze, interpret and present data. Analyzing and interpreting data for production requires
knowledge of the relevant legislation, industry and enterprise codes of practice, enterprise record
keeping and recording practices, methods to collect and analyze production data, business
equipment and principles of report writing and data presentation.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
Collect and organize
production data
MODULE CONTENTSAt the end of this module the trainees will be able to:

1. Introduction to analyzing and interpreting production data

2. Collect and organize production data
2.1. Data collection methods
2.2. Organizing data
2.3 Business equipments

2.4 Updating ,modifying ,maintaining and storing data

3. Analyze and interpret data
3.1. Objectives of data analyzing
3.2. Methods of data analysis
4. Present data
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LO1. Collect and organize production data

LO2. Analyze and interpret data
LO3. Present data
LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion
 Demonstration
 Brainstorming
 Hands on exercise
 Field visit
 Laboratory test

MODULE ASSESSMENT
Assessment Methods and Schedules
 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions
o Written test
o Demonstration
o Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.
Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials
Assessment Criteria
LO1. Collect and organize production data
1.1 Information is collected and organized in a format suitable for analysis and interpretation in
accordance with enterprise requirements.
1.2 Information held by the production unit is assessed for accuracy and relevance in line with
enterprise requirements.
1.3 Methods of collecting data are reliable and make efficient use of resources in accordance with
organizational requirements.
1.4 Business equipment is used to access, organize and monitor data in accordance with
organizational requirements.
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1.5 Information is updated, modified, maintained and stored in accordance with organizational
requirements.
LO2. Analyze and interpret data
2.1 Objectives of analysis are clearly defined and consistent with enterprise requirements.
2.2 Methods of data analysis are reliable and suitable to research purposes.
2.3 Assumptions used in analyses are clear, justified and consistent with enterprise objectives.
2.4 Conclusions are supported by evidence and contribute to the achievement of business
objectives.
LO3. Present data
3.1 Data are prepared in an appropriate format, style and structure using suitable business
technology.
3.2 Structure and format of reports are clear and conform to enterprise requirements.
3.3 Findings are reported and distributed in accordance with enterprise requirements.
3.4 Feedback and comments on suitability and sufficiency of findings is obtained in accordance
with enterprise requirements.

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MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M19 0811
Description/ Recommend
Item Specifications ed Ratio Requirements
Category/Item Quantity
No. (Item: (e.g. Maintenance)
Trainee)
A. Learning Materials
To be prepared by the
1 TTLM 25 1:1 Revised
trainers
1. Principles of vegetable
1:5 Recent Editions
production. 5
2. Applied Farm 5 1:5 Recent Edition
Management.
3. Elements of crop 5 1:5 Recent Edition
production, Practical
2 Reference Books
Manual
4. Vegetable Production, 5 1:5 Recent Edition
Practical Manual.
5. Vegetable production in Recent Edition
Tropics. 5 1:5
6. EOS for VRT CPM 1 1:25
B. Learning Facilities & Infrastructure
1 Demonstration farm hectare 1 100 m2:1 Permanent
2 Laboratory 5x8m 1 1:25 Fully equipped
3 Class rooms 5x8m 1 1:25 Fully equipped
4 Agricultural Factories
5x8m Resent reference
5 Library 1 1:25
books
6 Internet 0n 25 computer 1 1:1
7 Students Dormitory
8 Students dining room
9 Vehicles
C. Consumable Materials
1 Duplication paper Desta 10 10:25
2 Printing paper Desta 10 10:25
3 Photocopy paper Desta 10 10:25
4 Pen Ball point Bic 50 2:1
5 Pencil BH 25 1:1
6 Stencil Ambassador 2 2:1
7 CD RW 50 2:1
8 CD R 50 2:1
9 Toner 4250 2 2:25
10 Stencil ink pkts 2 2:25
11 Marker (art-line 90) 50 2:1
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13 Philip char paper Roll 1 1:25
14 Scotch tape Pcs 10 10:25
15 UHU 25 1:1
16 Fastener Pkts 1 1:25
17 Small stapler Pcs 5 1:5
18 Large Stapler Pcs 5 1:5
19 Medium Stapler Pcs 5 1:5
20 Paper basket Pcs 2 2:25
21 Paper tray Pcs 5 1:5
22 Staple remover Pcs 5 1:5
23 Spills pkts 10 10:25
24 Classer pcs 100 5:1
25 File Box With ring 25 1:1
26 File Box With string 25 1:1
27 Bag Brief case 1 1:25
28 Calculator Scientific 25 1:1
29 Ruler Plastic (30, 50, 100 cm ) 25 1:1
30 T-Square 25 1:1
31 Writing pad Small 25 1:1
32 Writing pad Medium 25 1:1
33 Writing pad Large 25 1:1
D Tools and Equipment
1 LCD Projector PCS 1 1:25 Maintenance
2 Desk Top Computer Flat screen, 17’’ DELL 25 1:1 Maintenance
3 Lab top Computer Toshiba 1 1:25 Maintenance
4 Camera Digital 1 1:25 Maintenance
5 Video Camera Digital 1 1:25 Maintenance
6 Photocopier Hp laser Jet 1 1:25 Maintenance
7 Printer Color Hp laser Jet 1 1:25 Maintenance
8 Printer Normal Hp laser Jet 1 1:25 Maintenance
9 Scanner Hp 1 1:25 Maintenance

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Implementing and monitoring environmental policies

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M20 0311

NOMINAL DURATION: 25 hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module covers the implementation and monitoring of the organization’s environmental
policies and procedures as an integral part of the organization’s business program. Those who
work or who expect to work in a supervisory capacity would be advised to undertake this unit. It
could also be useful for small business.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Provide information to the work team
LO2. Implement and monitor operational procedures
LO3. Implement and monitor change and continuous improvement
LO4. Implement and monitor recording procedures
LO5.Implement and monitor an environmental management training program

MODULE CONTENTS

1. Introduction to environmental policies

2. Provide information to the work team

2.1 Clearing and concision of information

2.2 Conveying of environmental management and business sustainability

2.3 Explaining of organizational policies and practices

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2.4 Environmental systems and procedures

3. Implement and monitor operational procedures
3.1 Identification and assessing of environmental risks
3.2 Implementing of organizational environmental policies and procedures
3.3 Allocating tasks and monitoring out comes
3.4 Implementing of contingency plan
4. Implement and monitor change and continuous improvement
4.1 Planning and implementing of environmental improvement
4.2 Practicing approaches
4.3 Collecting and analyzing information to provide information and advice
5. Implement and monitor recording procedures
5.1 Identification of internal and external reporting procedure
5.2 Environmental recording
6.Implement and monitor an environmental management training program
6.1 Identification of environmental training need
6.2 Making of arrangement

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion
 Demonstration
 Brainstorming
 Hands on exercise
 Field visit
 Laboratory test

MODULE ASSESSMENT
Assessment Methods and Schedules
 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions
o Written test
o Demonstration
o Observations

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 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.
Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials
Assessment Criteria
LO1. Provide information to the work team
1.1 Information provided to the work team is explained in a clear and concise manner and is
readily accessible by all employees
1.2 Organization’s activities/performance in regard to environmental management and business
sustainability are conveyed to work team where required
1.3 Links between environmental, financial, safety and other risk areas and how these are
integrated in organizational policies and practices are explained
1.4 Information on environmental systems and procedures and other risk areas within the area of
management responsibility is provided
LO2. Implement and monitor operational procedures
2.1 Existing and potential environmental risks are identified and assessed and/or expert advice
sought as required
2.2 Prioritized recommendations from the assessments are carried out as part of the
organization’s operational procedures
2.3 Organizational environmental policies and procedures are implemented
2.4 Tasks are allocated and outcomes are monitored in accordance with organizational policies
and targets
2.5 Contingency plan is implemented promptly when incidents occur
LO3. Implement and monitor change and continuous improvement
3.1 Environmental improvement plans are implemented for own work group and integrated with
other operational activities
3.2 Best practice approaches to improving environmental performance by reducing environmental
risk and waste are identified, implemented and monitored
3.3 Suggestions and ideas about environmental management are sought from the work team and
acted upon where appropriate
3.4 Suggestions are sought from supply chain, at tender/contract stage, for ways of improving
environmental performance
LO4. Implement and monitor recording procedures
4.1 Internal and external reporting procedures are identified and implemented as required
4.2 Environmental records are accurately and legibly maintained and stored securely in a form
accessible for reporting purposes
4.3 Information/records are monitored to identify trends that may require remedial action, and
used to promote continuous improvement of environment performance
LO5.Implement and monitor an environmental management training program
5.1 Environmental training needs are identified accurately, specifying gaps between
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environmental competencies required and those held by group members

5.2 Arrangements are made for fulfilling identified training needs for the work group with
relevant parties

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MODULE TITLE: Implementing and monitoring environmental policies
MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M20 0311
Description/ Specifications Recommended
Requirements
Item Quan Ratio
Category/Item (e.g.
No. tity (Item:
Maintenance
Trainee)
A. Learning Materials

1. Reference Books

TTLM ,Manual, To be developed by trainers

2. Handout, Formats &
Charts
Learning Facilities & 30 sqm (6mX5m)
B.
Infrastructure
1. Lecture Room
2. Library 42 sqm ( 6mX7m)
3. Computer Room
Consumable
C.
Materials
1. White Board 1
2. Laser Pointer
3. Printer Ink
Tools and
D. 13 1:2
Equipments
1. Computer 5 1:5
2. Printer LCD 1 1:25
Multimedia TV
3. 1 1:25
Equipment

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Building Relationships With Customers

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 21 0811

NOMINAL DURATION: 25 hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module involves the use of advanced sales techniques in building relationships with
customers and interacting with customers, applying expert product knowledge as it relates to the
customer, dealing with difficult customers, establishing and maintaining a customer database, and
conducting sales presentations..
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Establish rapport with customers
LO2. Apply expert knowledge
LO3. Provide post sales support
LO4. Plan sales presentations
LO5. Implement sales presentation
LO6. Maintain and utilize a customer data base
LO7. Deal with difficult customers
MODULE CONTENTS

1. Introduction to customers
2. Establish rapport with customers
2.1 Establishing relationship with customer
2.2 Maintaining of professional ethics
2.3 Clarification of customers types, need and preference
2.4 Evaluation of purchase decision
3. Apply expert knowledge

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3.1 Information on product and service appraisals

3.2 Providing information on supplier and/or manufacturer
3.3 Evaluation of product/stock range
3.4 Customer interest
3.5 Pricing procedure
3.6 Calculating Prices and/or discounts
4. Provide post sales support
4.1 Applying store policies and procedures
4.2 Applying legal requirements
4.3 Providing customers store/salesperson’s contact
4.4 Customer and/or transaction
5. Plan sales presentations
5.1 Planning presentation
5.2 Selection of client group
5.3 Promotional materials
5.4 Selection and preparation of products/services
5.5 Selling techniques
6. Implement sales presentation
6.1 Applying communication skill
6.2 Demonstrating of products/services
6.3 Measuring of result of sale presentation
7.Maintain and utilize a customer data base
7.1 Maintaining of store policy and legal requirements
7.2 Recording customer
7.3 Regular identification and following up of customer
7.4 Implementing of customer clubs and reward schemes
8.Deal with difficult customers

8.1 Resolving of customer complaints

8.2 Developing customers confidence

9.OHS

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion
 Demonstration
 Brainstorming
 Hands on exercise
 Field visit

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MODULE ASSESSMENT
Assessment Methods and Schedules
 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions
o Written test
o Demonstration
o Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.
5. Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials
Assessment Criteria
LO 1. Establish rapport with customers
1.1 Rapport/relationship with customer established and a genuine interest in customer
needs/requirements expressed to enhance customer commitment, trust and credibility of store
and to build return customer base.
1.2 Professional ethics maintained with the customer to promote store image and credibility.
1.3 Customer needs and preferences accurately clarified to maximize sales opportunities.
1.4 Sales opportunities maximized by use of add on and complementary sales techniques.
1.5 Customer given space and time to evaluate purchase decision, while time is used to maximum
advantage for customer and store.
1.6 Effective methods of closing sales demonstrated.
LO 2. Apply expert knowledge
2.1 Customer provided with accurate information regarding product and service appraisals,
correct statements and warranties according to legal requirements.
2.2 Detailed knowledge of supplier and/or manufacturer information provided according to
customer needs and within guidelines of commercial confidentiality.
2.3 Product/stock range evaluated, features and benefits of products/services accurately
demonstrated where appropriate and recommendations made to the customer to maximize
sales potential.
2.4 Customer interest in product/service maximized through price negotiation where applicable
and payment/credit options offered according to store policy.
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policy.
LO3. Provide post sales support.
3.1 Evidence of ongoing support accurately provided as sale is concluded.
3.2 Back up service accurately explained and customer reassured according to legal requirements
and store policy.
3.3 Customer provided with store/salesperson’s contact details to provide line of contact and
customer followed up according to store policy.
3.4 Customer and/or transaction details accurately entered to customer database.
LO4. Plan sales presentations.
4.1 Presentation planned to complement product characteristics.
4.2 Client group selected according to product characteristics and store merchandising policy.
4.3 Promotional materials accessed where required and distributed to client group.
4.4 Range of products/services selected and prepared for presentation to reflect store image,
demographics and merchandising plan.
LO5. Implement sales presentation
5.1 Numbers of support staff, where required, sufficient and adequately briefed for presentation.
5.2 Communication skills applied to effectively create interest, focus attention, encourage
customer interaction with individuals and/or groups.
5.3 Products/services demonstrated to create a buying environment.
5.4 Results of sales presentation measured according to predetermined criteria, overall
performance reviewed, and results applied to future sales presentations according to store sales
policy.
LO6. Maintain and utilize a customer data base
6.1 Customer confidentiality maintained as required by store policy and legal requirements.
6.2 Customer records accurately developed, regularly maintained and securely stored according
to store policies and procedures.
6.3 Regular customers accurately identified and followed up according to store marketing policy.
6.4 Customer records accurately utilized to advise customers on products and services of possible
interest.
6.5 Customer clubs and reward schemes implemented where required according to store
promotional activities.
LO7. Deal with difficult customers
7.1 Customer complaints/problems acknowledged and customer supported reassuringly to
produce positive outcome.
7.2 Customer encouraged to verbalize issue and active listening used to minimize customer
frustration.
7.3 Customer’s confidence in the sales assistant and product/service developed to promote long
term commitment and trust to store.
7.4 Mutually acceptable resolution of complaint established.

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MODULE TITLE: Building Relationships With Customers

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M 21 0811
Description/ Specifications Recommended
Requirements
Item Quan Ratio
Category/Item (e.g.
No. tity (Item:
Maintenance
Trainee)
A. Learning Materials

1. Reference Books

TTLM ,Manual, To be developed by trainers

2. Handout, Formats &
Charts
Learning Facilities & 30 sqm (6mX5m)
B.
Infrastructure
1. Lecture Room
2. Library 42 sqm ( 6mX7m)
3. Computer Room
Consumable
C.
Materials
1. White Board 1
2. Laser Pointer
3. Printer Ink
Tools and
D. 13 1:2
Equipments
1. Computer 5 1:5
2. Printer LCD 1 1:25
Multimedia TV
3. 1 1:25
Equipment

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Establishing Quality Standards

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M22 0811

NOMINAL DURATION: 25 hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module the knowledge, attitudes and skills required to monitor quality of work, establish
quality specifications for product participate in maintaining and improving quality at work,
identify hazards and critical control points in the production of quality product, assist in planning
of quality assurance procedures, report problems that affect quality and implement quality
assurance procedures.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Establish quality specifications for product
LO2. Identify hazards and critical control points
LO3. Assist in planning of quality assurance procedures
LO4. Implement quality assurance procedures
LO5. Monitor quality of work outcome
LO6. Participate in maintaining and improving quality at work
LO7. Report problems that affect quality
MODULE CONTENTS

1. Introduction to quality standard

2. Establish quality specifications for product
2.1 Identification of source and legislate requirements of market specifications
2.2 Introducing ,developing ,documenting and updating of quality specification
3. Identify hazards and critical control points
3.1 Determining degree of risk
3.2 Identification of impacts on quality
3.3 Documentation
4. Assist in planning of quality assurance procedures
4.1 Identification of quality assurance procedure
4.2 Minimizing of hazard and risks
4.3 Monitoring processes
5. Implement quality assurance procedures
5.1 Carrying out procedures
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5.2 Preparation of instructions to quality assurance program

5.3 Training of staff and contractors
6. Monitor quality of work outcome
6.1 Identification of quality requirements
6.2 Inspection of inputs
6.3 Conducting and monitoring work processes
6.4 Adjusting of processes
7.Participate in maintaining and improving quality at work
7.1 Monitoring of work area, materials, processes and product
7.2 Identification of non-conformance in inputs, process, product and/or service
7.3 Taking of corrective action
8. Report problems that affect quality
8.1 Recognizing of quality problems
8.2 Identification of instances of variation in quality
8.3 Reporting variation and potential problems

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion
 Demonstration
 Brainstorming

MODULE ASSESSMENT
Assessment Methods and Schedules
 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions
o Written test
o Demonstration
o Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.
Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials
Assessment Criteria
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LO1. Establish quality specifications for product

1.1 Market specifications are sourced and legislated requirements identified.
1.3 Quality specifications developed and agreed upon
1.4 Quality specifications are documented and introduced to organization staff / personnel in
accordance with the organization policy
1.5 Quality specifications are updated when necessary
LO2. Identify hazards and critical control points
2.1 Critical control points impacting on quality are identified.
2.2 Degree of risk for each hazard is determined.
2.3 Necessary documentation is accomplished in accordance with organization quality procedures
LO3. Assist in planning of quality assurance procedures
3.1 Procedures for each identified control point are developed to ensure optimum quality.
3.2 Hazards and risks are minimized through application of appropriate controls.
3.3 Processes to monitor the effectiveness of quality assurance procedures are developed.
LO4. Implement quality assurance procedures
4.1 Responsibilities for carrying out procedures are allocated to staff and contractors.
4.2 Instructions are prepared in accordance with the enterprise’s quality assurance program.
4.3 Staff and contractors are given induction training on the quality assurance policy.
4.4 Staff and contractors are given in-service training relevant to their allocated procedures.
LO5. Monitor quality of work outcome
5.1 Quality requirements are identified
5.2 Inputs are inspected to confirm capability to meet quality requirements
5.3 Work is conducted to produce required outcomes
5.4 Work processes are monitored to confirm quality of output and/or service
5.5 Processes are adjusted to maintain outputs within specification.
LO6. Participate in maintaining and improving quality at work
6.1 Work area, materials, processes and product are routinely monitored to ensure compliance
with quality requirements
6.2 Non-conformance in inputs, process, product and/or service is identified and reported
according to workplace reporting requirements
6.3 Corrective action is taken within level of responsibility, to maintain quality standards
6.4 Quality issues are raised with designated personnel
LO7. Report problems that affect quality.
7.1 Recognize potential or existing quality problems.
7.2 Identify instances of variation in quality from specifications or work instructions.
7.3 Report variation and potential problems to supervisor/manager according to enterprise
guidelines

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MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M22 0811

Description/ Specifications Recommended
Requirements
Item Quan Ratio
Category/Item (e.g.
No. tity (Item:
Maintenance
Trainee)
A. Learning Materials

1. Reference Books

TTLM ,Manual, To be developed by trainers

2. Handout, Formats &
Charts
Learning Facilities & 30 sqm (6mX5m)
B.
Infrastructure
1. Lecture Room
2. Library 42 sqm ( 6mX7m)
3. Computer Room
Consumable
C.
Materials
1. White Board 1
2. Laser Pointer
3. Printer Ink
Tools and
D. 13 1:2
Equipments
1. Computer 5 1:5
2. Printer LCD 1 1:25
Multimedia TV
3. 1 1:25
Equipment

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MODULE TITLE: Utilizing Specialized Communication Skills

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 23 0311

NOMINAL DURATION: 25 hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to use specialized communication
skills to meet specific needs of internal and external clients, conduct interviews, facilitate group
discussions, and contribute to the development of communication strategies.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Meet common and specific communication needs of clients and colleagues
LO2. Contribute to the development of communication strategies
LO3. Represent the organization
LO4. Facilitate group discussion
LO5. Conduct interview

MODULE CONTENTS

1. Introduction to communication
2.Meet common and specific communication needs of clients and colleagues
2.1 Identification of communication needs
2.2 Types of approach
2.3 Addressing conflict
3. Contribute to the development of communication strategies
3.1 Developing , promoting , implementing and reviewing of strategies
3.2 Establishing channel of communication
3.3 Providing of coaching in effective communication
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3.4 Maintaining of work related network and relationship

3.5 Negotiation and conflict resolution strategies
4. Represent the organization
4.1 Participating in forum
4.2 presentation
4.3 Media utilization
4.4 written communication
4.5 responding inquires
5. Facilitate group discussion
5.1 Effective group interaction
5.2 Following Objectives and agenda for meetings and discussions
5.3 Providing information to group
5.4 Evaluation of group communication strategies
5.5 Identification and addressing of communication need of individuals

6. Conduct interview

6.1 Interview strategies

6.2 Effective questioning, listening and nonverbal communication techniques

6.3 Interview recording

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion
 Demonstration
 Brainstorming
 Hands on exercise

MODULE ASSESSMENT
Assessment Methods and Schedules
 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions

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o Written test
o Demonstration
o Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.
Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials
Assessment Criteria
LO1. Meet common and specific communication needs of clients and colleagues

1.1 Specific communication needs of clients and colleagues are identified and met
1.2 Different approaches are used to meet communication needs of clients and colleagues

1.3 Conflict is addressed promptly and in a timely way and in a manner which does not
compromise the standing of the organization
LO2. Contribute to the development of communication strategies
2.1 Strategies for internal and external dissemination of information are developed, promoted,
implemented and reviewed as required
2.2 Channels of communication are established and reviewed regularly
2.3 Coaching in effective communication is provided
2.4 Work related network and relationship are maintained as necessary
2.5 Negotiation and conflict resolution strategies are used where required
2.6 Communication with clients and colleagues is appropriate to individual needs and
organizational objectives
LO3. Represent the organization
3.1 When participating in internal or external forums, presentation is relevant, appropriately
researched and presented in a manner to promote the organization
3.2 Presentation is clear and sequential and delivered within a predetermined time
3.3 Utilize appropriate media to enhance presentation
3.4 Differences in views are respected
3.5 Written communication is consistent with organizational standards
3.6 Inquiries are responded in a manner consistent with organizational standard
LO4. Facilitate group discussion

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4.1 Mechanisms which enhance effective group interaction is defined and

implemented
4.2 Strategies which encourage all group members to participate are used routinely
4.3 Objectives and agenda for meetings and discussions are routinely set and followed
4.4 Relevant information is provided to group to facilitate outcomes
4.5 Evaluation of group communication strategies is undertaken to promote participation of all
parties

4.6 Specific communication needs of individuals are identified and addressed

LO5. Conduct interview

5.1 A range of appropriate communication strategies are employed in interview situations

5.2 Records of interviews are made and maintained in accordance with organizational

procedures

5.3 Effective questioning, listening and nonverbal communication techniques are used to ensure
that required message is communicated

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Recommended
Item No. Category/Item Description/ Specifications Quantity Ratio
(Item: Trainee)
Learning Materials
A. (TTLM)
 Business communication -
 Business ethics
1. Books (reference books )  Business books

By Trainer, MoA, BoARD, and

2. Manuals
EARO
3 Handouts BY trainer
By trainer, trainees and by any
4 Flip charts
concerned body
5 News prints By any concerned body
Learning Facilities &
B.
Infrastructure
1 Audio visual rooms Furnished with necessary equipments
2. Demonstration site Work place or farm
3 Class rooms Furnished with necessary equipments
4 Transport Road & vehicles
Broad band
5 Internet
C. Consumable Materials
1. Stationary materials Paper, pen, pencil, marker,
2 Fuel Petroleum and lubricant
D. Tools and Equipments
1. Computer Toshiba lap top
2 TV Sony LCD 32 ‘’
3 LCD projector Sony
CD RW ,CD R & Flash
4
Disk

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MODULE TITLE: Developing and leading Teams

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM 4 M24 0911
NOMINAL DURATION: 25 hours
MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module covers the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to determine individual and
team development needs and facilitate the development of the workgroup.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Provide team leadership
LO2. Foster individual and organizational growth
LO3. Monitor and evaluate workplace learning
LO4. Develop team commitment and cooperation
LO5.Facilitate accomplishment of organizational goals

MODULE CONTENTS

1.Introduction to team

2.Provide team leadership

2.1 Learning and development needs
2.2 Learning plan
2.3 Feedbacks on performance of team members

3. Foster individual and organizational growth

3.1 Identification of learning and development program goals and objectives
3.2 Learning delivery methods
3.3 Providing of workplace learning opportunities and coaching/ mentoring assistance
3.4 Identification and approving and resources and timelines for learning activities

4. Monitor and evaluate workplace learning

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4.1 Identification , improvement and implementing feed backs

4.2 Assisting and recording of outcomes and performances of individuals/teams
4.3 Negotiating of modifications to learning plans
4.4 Maintaining of reporting and recording of competency

5. Develop team commitment and cooperation

5.1 Open communication process
5.2 Reaching decision
5.3 Developing mutual concern and camaraderie

6.Facilitate accomplishment of organizational goals

6.1 Participating in communication process
6.2 Developing teams members
6.3 Sustaining collaborative efforts

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion
 Demonstration
 Hands on exercise

MODULE ASSESSMENT
6. Assessment Methods and Schedules
 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions, Written test, Demonstration, Observations
 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.
7. Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials.
Assessment Criteria

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LO1. Provide team leadership

1.1 Learning and development needs are systematically identified and implemented in line with
organizational requirements
1.2 Learning plan to meet individual and group training and developmental needs is
collaboratively developed and implemented
1.3 Individuals are encouraged to self evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement
1.4 Feedback on performance of team members is collected from relevant sources and
compared with established team learning process
LO2. Foster individual and organizational growth
2.1 Learning and development program goals and objectives are identified to match the
specific knowledge and skills requirements of competency standards
2.2 Learning delivery methods are appropriate to the learning goals, the learning style of
participants and availability of equipment and resources
2.3 Workplace learning opportunities and coaching/ mentoring assistance are provided to

facilitate individual and team achievement of competencies

2.4 Resources and timelines required for learning activities are identified and approved in
accordance with organizational requirements
LO3. Monitor and evaluate workplace learning
3.1 Feedback from individuals or teams is used to identify and implement improvements in
future learning arrangements
3.2 Outcomes and performance of individuals/teams are assessed and recorded to determine the
effectiveness of development programs and the extent of additional support
3.3 Modifications to learning plans are negotiated to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of

learning
3.4 Records and reports of competency are maintained within organizational requirement
LO4. Develop team commitment and cooperation
4.1 Open communication processes to obtain and share information is used by team
4.2 Decisions are reached by the team in accordance with its agreed roles and responsibilities
4.3 Mutual concern and camaraderie are developed in the team
LO5.Facilitate accomplishment of organizational goals
5.1 Team members actively participated in team activities and communication processes
5.2 Teams members developed individual and joint responsibility for their actions
5.3 Collaborative efforts are sustained to attain organizational goals

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MODULE TITLE: Developing and leading Teams
MODULE CODE: AGR CPM 4 M24 0911
Item Description/ Specifications Recommended Requirements
Category/Item Quantity Ratio (e.g.
No.
(Item: Trainee) Maintenance)
A. Learning Materials
Business communication 13 1:2
1 Reference Books Ethiopian Occupational
5 1:5
Standard(EOS)
TTLM
2 Manuals To be developed by 13 1:2
Handouts trainers 25 1:1
Learning Facilities &
B.
Infrastructure
1. Library 30sq.m 1:25
Class room equipped with 30sq.m.
2 tables, chairs and 1:25
whiteboard
Fully equipped Computer 30sq.m.
3 room with printer and 1:25
scanner
Fully equipped Audio-
4 1 1:25
Visual Room
C. Consumable Materials
1 Toner /printer ink
2 Stationary
3 Blank CD/DVD
4 Laser pointer 1 1:25
D. Tools and Equipments
1 TV 1 1:25
2 VCD/DVD player 1 1:25
3 Video Camera digital 1 1:25

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TVET-PROGRAMME TITLE: Crop Production and marketing management

MODULE TITLE: Monitoring and managing business operations

MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M25 0911

NOMINAL DURATION: 25 hours

MODULE DESCRIPTION :
This module with the operation of the business and with implementing the business plan. The
strategies involve monitoring, managing and reviewing operational procedures. It is suitable for
existing micro and small businesses or a department in a larger organization..
LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this module the trainees will be able to:
LO1. Develop operational strategies
LO2 Implement operational strategies

LO3. Monitor business performance

LO4. Maintain networks
LO5. Review business operations

MODULE CONTENTS
LO1. Develop operational strategies
 Develope action plan
 Identify occupational Health and Safety and environmental issues
 Strategies for using existing, new or emerging technologies
 Develop performance measures, operational targets and quality assurance issues
 Structured approach to innovation
LO2 Implement operational strategies

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 Implement systems and key performance indicators/targets

 Implement systems to control stock, expenditure/cost, wastage/ shrinkage and risks to
health & safety
 Maintaining staffing requirements
 Provision of goods/services for establishment of technical, legal and ethical standards
 Provision of goods/services to meet time, cost and quality specifications
 Apply quality procedures
LO3. Monitor business performance
 Achievement of operational targets
 Reviewing systems and structures
 analyzing and operating problems investigation
 Operational policies and procedures
LO4. Maintain networks
 Personal and professional networks
 Develop strategies for use of networks
LO5. Review business operations
 Reviewing and adjustment of business plan
 Recording proposed changes
 Ongoing research into new business opportunities

LEARNING STRATEGIES
 Lecture-discussion
 Group discussion
 Demonstration
 Hands on exercise

MODULE ASSESSMENT
8. Assessment Methods and Schedules
 Assessment methods:
o Oral questions, Written test, Demonstration, Observations

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 Assessment schedule
Assessments will be conducted in each learning outcome and after finishing the
module.
9. Assessment Conditions
The participant will have access to fully equipped work place or farm with necessary tools,
equipment and consumable materials.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
LO1. Develop operational strategies
1.1 Action plan is developed to provide a clear and coherent direction in accordance with the
business goals and objectives
1.2 Occupational Health and Safety and environmental issues are identified and strategies
implemented to minimize risk factors
1.3 Strategies for using existing, new or emerging technologies are developed and implemented
where practicable to optimize business performance
1.4 Performance measures, operational targets and quality assurance issues are developed to
conform with the business plan
1.5 Structured approach to innovation, including the utilization of existing, new or emerging
technologies, is developed to respond to changing customer requirements
LO2 Implement operational strategies
2.1 Systems and key performance indicators/targets are implemented to monitor business
performance and customer satisfaction
2.2 Systems to control stock, expenditure/cost, wastage/ shrinkage and risks to health & safety are
implemented in accordance with the business plan
2.3 Staffing requirements, where applicable, are maintained within budget to maximize
productivity
2.4 The provision of goods/services is carried out in accordance with established technical, legal
and ethical standards
2.5 The provision of goods/services meets time, cost and quality specifications in accordance
with customer requirements

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2.6 Quality procedures are applied to address product/service and customer requirements

LO3. Monitor business performance

3.1 The achievement of operational targets is regularly monitored/reviewed to ensure optimum
business performance in accordance with the goals and objectives of the business plan
3.2 Systems and structures are reviewed, with a view to more effectively supporting business
performance
3.3 Operating problems are investigated and analyzed to establish causes, and changes
implemented as required
3.4 Operational policies and procedures are changed to incorporate corrective action taken
LO4. Maintain networks
4.1 Relevant personal and professional networks identified and maintained to support business
operation
4.2 Strategies developed for use of networks to assist in promoting the business and for
monitoring changing business requirements
LO5. Review business operations
5.1 Business plan is reviewed and adjusted as required to maintain business viability in
accordance with business goals and objectives
5.2 Proposed changes are clearly recorded to aid future planning and evaluation
5.3 Ongoing research into new business opportunities is undertaken and business goals and
objectives adjusted as new business opportunities arise

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MODULE TITLE: Monitoring and managing business operations
MODULE CODE: AGR CPM4 M25 0911
Category/Item Description/ Specifications Quantity Recommended
Requirements
Item Ratio
(e.g.
No. (Item:
Maintenance)
Trainee)
A. Learning Materials
KAB (know about
13 1:2
business)
Principles of marketing 13 1:2
Fundamentals of
25 1:1
1. Reference Books economics
Introduction to business 25 1:1
Business communication 9 1:3
Ethiopian occupational
5 1:5
standard(EOS)
TTLM
2 Manuals To be developed by 13 1:2
Handouts trainers 25 1:1
Learning Facilities &
B.
Infrastructure
1. library 30sq.m.(for 25 students) 1:25
Class room equipped 30sq.m.(for 25 students)
2 with tables, chairs and 1:25
whiteboard
Fully equipped 30sq.m.(for 25 students)
3 Computer room with 1:25
printer and scanner
Fully equipped Audio-
4 1 1:25
Visual Room
C. Consumable Materials
1 Toner /printer ink
2 Stationary
3 Blank CD/DVD
4 Laser jet printer 1 1:25
D. Tools and Equipments
1. TV 1 1:25
2 VCD/DVD player 1 1:25
3 Video Camera digital 1 1:25
3. Calculating Machine 13 1:2

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LIST OF PARTICIPANTS
Name Organization Phone
Atinkut Lule Burie ATVET Collge 0911049542
Hosahina Burie ATVET Collge

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