Forestry Courses in Melbourne
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FWPCOT3348
The FWPCOT3348 Fell Trees Manually (Advanced) covers the skills and knowledge needed to assess, plan, and safely fell trees with advanced characteristics using a chainsaw. It focuses on felling trees of any size, species, or condition, including those with defects and complex features. The unit applies to professionals in arboriculture, forestry, and related fields. Participants must have prior experience with chainsaws to ensure safety during the work.
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AHC30824
Estimated fee
From $16,500
Duration
12 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
The AHC30824 Certificate III in Arboriculture is the minimum trade qualification for arborists working in Australia. This nationally recognised training course will teach you how to assess and identify different types of trees — then carry out pruning, cutting, and tree felling work on the ground and at heights. The course covers construction industry induction, working from a boom platform, working safely near live powerlines, operating chainsaws and pole saws.
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Estimated fee
From $16,500
Duration
12 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
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FWP20122
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Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
Get started in the Australian forestry industry with the FWP20122 Certificate II in Forest Operations. This nationally recognised certificate is an excellent introduction to timber and forestry work and qualifies you for forest hand or nursery assistant positions. The course covers: on-the-job communications and safety, environmental protection and cultural heritage, safe lifting and carrying, site biosecurity procedures, setting cuttings, transplanting tree seedlings, operating tractors and work vehicle...
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AHCPCM205
The AHCPCM205 Fell Small Trees unit covers the skills and knowledge needed for small tree felling with low assessed risks. Tasks include assessing conditions, preparing equipment, felling trees, and cleanup. Work is typically supervised with occasional checks, involving roles and team coordination. Competency is shown through applying knowledge within enterprise guidelines for various tree felling tasks.
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