COMPETENCY-BASED CURRICULUM

A. Course Design

Course Title: AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION

Nominal Duration: 336 hrs

Qualification Level: NC II

Course Description:

This course is designed to enhance the knowledge, desirable attitudes and skills of
performing nursery operations, planting crops, caring and maintaining crops and carrying-out
harvest and post-harvest operations. It also includes competencies in workplace
communication, teamwork, safety in the use of hand tools and equipment, housekeeping and
processing of farm wastes.

Trainee Entry Requirements:

Trainees or students wishing to enroll in this course should possess the following requirements:

 Able to read and write;

 With good moral character;
 Able to communicate, both orally and in writing; and
 Physically fit and mentally healthy as certified by a Public Health Officer

Course Structure:

BASIC COMPETENCIES
18 hours

Unit of Competency Module Title Learning Outcomes Nominal

Duration
1.Participate in 1.1Participating in 1.1.1 Obtain and convey Workplace 5 hours
workplace workplace information.
communication communication 1.1.2 Complete relevant work related
Documents
1.1.3 Participate in workplace
meeting and discussion.
2.Work in a team 2.1 Working in a 2.1.1 Describe team role and scope 3 hours
environment team 2.1.2 Identify own role and responsibility
environment within team
2.1.3 Work as a team member

3.Practice career 3.1 Practicing career 3.1.1 Integrate personal objectives with 3 hours
professionalism professionalism organizational goals.
3.1.2 Set and meet work priorities.
3.1.3 Maintain professional growth and
development.
4. Practice 4.1 Practicing 4.1.1 Identify hazards and risks 7 hours
occupational occupational 4.1.2 Evaluate hazard and risks
health and safety health and safety 4.1.3 Control hazards and risks
4.1.4 Maintain occupational health and
safety awareness
 COMMON COMPETENCIES
48 hours

Unit of Competency Module Title Learning Outcomes Nominal

Duration
1. Apply safety 1.1 Applying safety 1.1.1 Determine areas of concern for 8 hours
measures in farm measures in farm safety measures
operations operations 1.1.2 Apply appropriate safety
measures while working in farm
1.1.3 Safe keep/dispose tools,
materials and outfit.
2.Use farm tools and 2.1 Using farm tools 2.1.1 Select and use farm tools 10 hours
equipment and equipment 2.1.2 Select and operate farm
equipment
2.1.3 Perform preventive maintenance
3. Perform 3.1 Performing 3.1.1 Perform estimation 12 hours
estimation and estimation and 3.1.2. Perform basic workplace
basic calculation basic calculation calculation
4.Process farm 4.1 Processing farm 4.1.1 Collect farm wastes 12 hours
wastes wastes 4.1.2 Identify and segregate wastes
4.1.3 Treat and process farm wastes
4.1.4 Perform housekeeping
5.Perform record 5.1 Performing 5.1.1 Carry out inventory activities 14 hours
keeping record keeping 5.1.2 Maintain production record
5.1.3 Prepare financial records

CORE COMPETENCIES
260 hour

Unit of Competency Module Title Learning Outcomes Nominal

Duration
1. Perform nursery 1.1 Performing 1.1.1 Prepare nursery tools, farm 72 hours
operations nursery implements and simple equipment
operations 1.1.2 Maintain nursery facilities
1.1.3 Handle seeds/planting material
1.1.4 Prepare growing media
1.1.5 Conduct propagation activities

2.Plant crops 2.1 Planting crops 2.1.1 Prepare land for planting 64 hours
2.1.2 Conduct field lay-out
2.1.3 Dig holes
2.1.4 Perform direct seeding
2.1.5 Transplant seedlings

3.Care and maintain 3.1 Caring and 3.1.1 Apply pest control measure 64 hours
crops maintaining 3.1.2 Apply fertilizer
crops 3.1.3 Water crops
3.1.4 Perform pruning
3.1.5 Perform physical growth-
enhancing practices

4.Carry-out harvest 4.1 Carrying-out 4.1.1 Perform pre – harvest operations 60 hours
and postharvest harvest and 4.1.2 Perform harvesting activity
operations postharvest 4.1.3 Perform postharvest operation
operations 4.1.4 Monitor storage pest and diseases
Assessment Methods:

 Demonstration
 Direct Observation
 Interviews/ questioning
 Oral/Written Interviews
 Practical Demonstration

Course/Training Delivery

The delivery of training should adhere to the design of the curriculum. Delivery should
be guided by the 10 basic principles of competency-based TVET.

o The training is based on curriculum developed from the competency

standards;
o Learning is modular in its structure;
o Training delivery is learner-centered and should accommodate
individualized and self-paced learning strategies;
o Training is based on work that must be performed;
o Training materials are directly related to the competency standards and
the curriculum modules;
o Assessment is based in the collection of evidence of the performance of
work to the industry required standard;
o Training program allows for recognition of prior learning (RPL) or current
competencies;
o Training allows for multiple entry and exit; and
o Training programs are registered with UTPRAS.

The competency-based TVET system recognizes various types of delivery modes, both
on and off-the-job as long as the learning is driven by the competency standards specified by
the industry. The following training modalities may be adopted when designing training
programs:

o The dualized mode of training delivery is preferred and recommended.

Thus programs would contain both in-school and in-industry training or
fieldwork components. Details can be referred to the Dual Training
System (DTS) Implementing Rules and Regulations.
o Modular/self-paced learning is a competency-based training modality
wherein the trainee is allowed to progress at his own pace. The trainer
facilitates the training delivery
o Peer teaching/mentoring is a training modality wherein fast learners are
given the opportunity to assist the slow learners.
o Supervised industry training or on-the-job training is an approach in
training designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of the trainee
through actual experience in the workplace to acquire specific
competencies prescribed in the training regulations.
o Distance learning is a formal education process in which majority of the
instruction occurs when the students and instructor are not in the same
place. Distance learning may employ correspondence study, or audio,
video or computer technologies.
o Project-Based Instruction is an authentic instructional model or strategy
in which students plan, implement and evaluate projects that have real
world applications.
Resources: ( List of recommended tools, equipment and materials for the training of (no. of
trainees) trainees for (title of program/qualification).

Qty. Tools Qty. Equipment Qty. Materials

 Soil moisture and
25 pcs.  Budding knife 5 units 25 pcs.  Petri dish
pH meter
12 pcs.  Bolo 5 units  Wheel barrow 25 pcs.  Calculator
 Comb-tooth
5 pcs.  Basin 1 unit 5 units  Puncher
harrow*
 Seedling tray
10 pcs.  Broomstick 1 unit  Hand tractor* 100 pcs. with different
holes
 Agri
25 pcs.  Pail-12Li. 5 units  Knapsack sprayer 10 m.
bag/plastics
 PE bag with
 Cutting tools 5 units  Hand sprayer 1000 pcs.
different sizes
 Growing
5 pcs. o Pruning saw 1 unit  Power sprayer 10 sacks
media (50 kg.)
 Rooting
5 pcs. o Hedge shear 2 units  Grass cutter* 1 bot.
hormone
 Overhead
5 pcs. o Kitchen knife 5 units 25 pcs.  Basket
sprinkler
5 pcs. o Cutter 5 units  Sprinkler mist 20 m.  Fish net
5 pcs. o Pliers 5 units  Button dripper 5 pcs.  Strainer
o Pruning  LCD/Overhead
25 pcs. 1 unit 10 kilos  Plastic sheet
shears projector
 Post harvest
 Digging tools treatment 10 kilos  Fertilizers
equipment*
o Steel bar
 Desktop  Flower
5 pcs. 1 unit 1 kilo
computer/laptop inducer
5 pcs. o Pick mattock 25 units  PPE 2 pcs.  Board marker
5 pcs. o Hole digger 1 unit  White board
5 pcs. o Garden hoe 1 pc.  Eraser
5 pcs. o Shovel 1 bot.  Pesticides
 Crates 1 roll  Rope
o Wooden
25 pcs. 1 box  Rubber band
crates
25 pcs. o Plastic crates 5 units  Seed box
o Styro crates
 Seedlings
25 pcs. 100 pcs.
assorted
 Harvesting tools 1 unit  Soil auger
o Scythe
 Detergent
25 pcs. 1 box
soap
o Harvesting
13 pcs. 1 bundle  Bamboo stick
pole
2 pcs. o Ladder 1 ream  Bond paper
25 pcs. o Hand trowel 1 box  Clips
 First aid
25 pcs.  Hard Hat 1 set
supplies
 Permanent
2 pcs.  Measuring cups 5 pcs.
pens
12 pcs.  Sprinklers 1 roll  Mulching
 materials
1 pc.  tools cabinet 1 roll  String
1 pc.  Plow 1 roll  Plastic twine
25 pcs.  Scissors 5 pcs.  Brush
5 pcs.  Rake 1 pc.  Measuring
tape
5 pcs.  Meter stick
2 pcs.  Sharpening
stone

Training Facilities:

Based on a class size of 25 students/trainees

SPACE REQUIREMENT SIZE IN METERS AREA IN SQ. TOTAL AREA GRAND TOTAL
METERS IN SQ. AREA IN SQ.
METERS METERS

A. Building (permanent) 215.00

 Student/Trainee 2.00 x 1.00 per 2.00 per student 50.00

Working Space student/trainee

 Learning Resource 3.00 x 5.00 15.00 15.00

Center
 Activity Room 2.00 x 3.00 6.00 per student 150.00
(including facilities,
wash room, and store
room)
B. Demo Farm 2,550.00

 Nursery area 1 x 2 per trainee 2 per trainee 50.00

 Field plot and
10 x 10 per 100 per trainee 2500.00
Working shed
(100sq.m.) trainee

Qualification of Instructors/Trainers:

Trainers who will deliver the training on AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION NCII
should have the following :

 Must be a holder of National TVET Trainer Certificate I (TM I and Agricultural Crops
Production NCII)
 Preferrably computer literate
 Must be physically and mentally fit

B. Modules of Instruction
 Basic of competencies
Unit of Competency: Participate in Workplace Communication
Modules Title: Participating in Workplace Communication
Modules Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to gather,
interpret and convey information in response to workplace requirements.
Nominal Duration: 5 Hours.

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Obtain and convey workplace information.
LO2. Complete relevant work related documents.
LO3. Participate in workplace meeting and discussion.

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Obtain and convey workplace information.

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Specific and relevant  Effective  The  Group  Demonstrati
information is communication following discussion on
accessed from  Different modes of resources  Interaction  Observation
appropriate sources communication MUST be  Interviews/
 Effective questioning ,  Written provided: questioning
active listening and communication
speaking skills are -Fax machine
 Organizational
used to gather and -Telephone
policies
convey information  Communication -Writing
 Appropriate medium materials
procedures and
is used to transfer -Internet
information and ideas systems
 Appropriate non-  Follow
verbal communication simple spoken
is used language
 Appropriate lines of
communication with  Perform routine
supervisors and workplace duties
colleagues are following simple
identified and written notices
followed
 Defined workplace
procedures for the
location and storage
of information are
used
 Personal interaction is
carried out clearly and
concisely

LO2. Complete relevant work related documents.

 Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Methods
 Range of forms  Complete work  The  Group  Demonstrati
relating to related following discussion on
conditions of documents resources  Interaction  Observation
employment are  Interviews/
 Estimate, MUST be
completed questioning
calculate and provided:
accurately and
record routine -Fax machine
legibly
workplace
 Workplace data is -Telephone
measures
recorded on -Writing
standard workplace  Basic materials
forms and mathematical
processes of -Internet
documents
 Basic mathematical addition,
processes are used subtraction,
for routine division and
calculations multiplication
 Errors in recording  Technology
information on relevant to the
forms/ documents enterprise and
are identified and the individual’s
properly acted upon work
 Reporting responsibilities
requirements to
supervisor are
completed according
to organizational
guidelines

LO3. Participate in workplace meeting and discussion.

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Team meetings are  Participate in  The  Group  Demonstrati
attended on time workplace following discussion on
 Own opinions are meetings and resources  Interaction  Observation
clearly expressed and discussions MUST be  Interviews/
those of others are questioning
 Ability to relate provided:
listened to without
to people of -Fax machine
interruption
social range in
 Meeting inputs are -Telephone
the workplace
consistent with the
meeting purpose and  Gather and
provide -Writing
established protocols materials
Workplace information in
response to -Internet
interactions are
conducted in a workplace
courteous manner Requirements
 Questions about
simple routine
workplace procedures
and maters
concerning working
conditions of
employment are
asked and responded
 to
 Meetings outcomes
are interpreted and
implemented

Unit of Competency: Work in Team Environment

Modules Title: Working in Team Environment
Modules Descriptor: This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitudes to identify role and
responsibility as a member of a team.
Nominal Duration: 3 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Describe team role and scope
LO2. Identify own role and responsibility within team
LO3. Work as a team member
Details of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Describe team role and scope
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Methods
 The role and  Communicati  The following  Discussion  Demonstrati
objective of the team on process resources MUST be  Interaction on
is identified from provided:  Observation
 Team
available sources of  Interviews/
structure -Access to relevant
information questioning
 Team roles workplace or
 Team parameters, appropriately
reporting simulated environment
relationships and where assessment can
responsibilities are take place
identified from team
-Materials relevant to
discussions and
the proposed activity
appropriate external
or tasks
sources

LO2. Identify own role and responsibility within team

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Individual role and  Communicati  The following  Discussion  Demonstratio
responsibilities on process resources MUST  Interaction n
within the team be provided:  Observation
 Team
environment are  Interviews/
structure -Access to relevant
identified questioning
 Team roles workplace or
 Roles and appropriately
responsibility of simulated
other team environment where
members are assessment can take
identified and place
recognized
 Reporting
-Materials relevant to
relationships within
the proposed activity
team and external to
or tasks
team are identified
LO3. Work as a team member
 Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Methods
 Effective and appropriate  Communicati  The  Discussion  Demonstratio
forms of communications on process following  Interaction n
used and interactions resources  Observation
 Team
undertaken with team MUST be  Interviews/
structure
members who contribute provided: questioning
to known team activities  Team roles
-Access to
and objectives  Group relevant
 Effective and appropriate planning and workplace or
contributions made to decision appropriately
complement team making simulated
activities and objectives,  Communicat environment
based on individual skills e where
and competencies and appropriately assessment can
workplace context , consistent take place
 Observed protocols in with the -Materials
reporting using standard culture of the relevant to the
operating procedures workplace proposed
 Contribute to the
activity or tasks
development of team
work plans based on an
understanding of team’s
role and objectives and
individual competencies
of the members.

Unit of Competency: Practice Career Professionalism

Modules Title: Practicing Career Professionalism
Modules Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes in promoting career
growth and advancement.
Nominal Duration: 3 Hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Integrate personal objectives with organizational goals

LO2. Set and meet work priorities
LO3. Maintain professional growth and development

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Integrate personal objectives with organizational goals
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Methods
 Personal growth and  Appropriate  The following  Discussion  Portfolio
work plans are pursued practice of resources  Interaction Assessme
towards improving the personal MUST be nt
qualifications set for hygiene provided:  Interview
the profession  Intra and -Workplace or  Simulatio
 Intra- and interpersonal Interpersonal assessment n/Role-
relationships is are skills location plays
 Communicati  Observati
maintained in the
on skills on
course of managing -Case
 Third
 oneself based on studies/scenarios Party
performance Reports
evaluation  Exams
 Commitment to the and Tests
organization and its
goal is demonstrated in
the performance of
duties

LO2. Set and meet work priorities

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Competing demands  Appropriate  The following  Discussion  Portfolio
are prioritized to practice of resources  Interaction Assessm
achieve personal, personal MUST be ent
team and hygiene provided:  Interview
organizational goals  Intra and -Workplace or  Simulatio
and objectives. Interpersonal assessment n/Role-
 Resources are utilized skills location plays
 Communicati Case  Observa
efficiently and
on skills studies/scenarios tion
effectively to manage
 Third
work priorities and Party
commitments Reports
 Practices along  Exams
economic use and and Tests
maintenance of
equipment and
facilities are followed
as per established
procedures

LO3. Maintain professional growth and development

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Trainings and career  Appropriate  The following  Discussion  Portfolio
opportunities are practice of resources  Interaction Assessm
identified and availed personal MUST be ent
of based on job hygiene provided:  Interview
requirements  Intra and -Workplace or  Simulatio
 Recognitions are Interpersonal assessment n/Role-
sought/received and skills location plays
 Communicati -Case  Observa
demonstrated as proof
on skills studies/scenarios tion
of career advancement
 Third
 Licenses and/or Party
certifications relevant Reports
to job and career are  Exams
obtained and renewed and Tests

Unit of Competency: Practice Occupational Health and Safety Procedures

Modules Title: Practicing Occupational Health and Safety Procedures
Modules Descriptor: This unit covers the outcomes required to comply with regulatory and
 organizational requirements for occupational health and safety.
Nominal Duration: 7 hrs.

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Identify hazards and risks

LO2. Evaluate hazards and risks
LO3. Control hazards and risks
LO4. Maintain OHS awareness

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Identify hazards and risks
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Methods
 Safety regulations and  Practice of  The  Discussion  Observa
workplace safety and personal following  Plant tour tion
hazard control practices hygiene Resources  Symposium  Interview
and procedures are  Hazards/risk Must be  Portfolio
clarified and explained s Assessm
provided:
based on organization identificatio ent
-Workplace or  Interview
procedures n and
assessment  Case
 Hazards/risks in the control skills
location
workplace and their  Interpersona Study/Sit
corresponding indicators l skills -OHS personal uation
are identified to minimize  Communica records
or eliminate risk to co- tion skills -PPE
workers, workplace and -Health records
environment in
accordance with
organization procedures.
 Contingency measures
during workplace
accidents, fire and other
emergencies are
recognized and established
in accordance with
organization procedures.

LO2. Evaluate hazards and risks

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Terms of maximum  Practice of  The  Discussion  Observatio
tolerable limits which when personal following  Plant tour n
exceeded will result in harm hygiene  Symposium  Interview
resources
or damage are identified  Hazards/risks  Portfolio
must be
based on threshold limit identification Assessmen
provided: t
values (TLV) and control
 Effects of the hazards are skills  Interview
determined  Interpersonal -Workplace or  Case
 OHS issues and/or concerns skills assessment Study/Situ
 and identified safety hazards  Communicatio location ation
are reported to designated n skills -OHS personal
personnel in accordance records
with workplace -PPE
requirements and relevant -Health records
workplace OHS legislation

LO3. Control hazards and risks

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Occupational Health and  Practice of  The  Discussion  Observa
Safety (OHS) procedures personal following  Plant tour tion
for controlling hygiene Resources  Symposium  Interview
hazards/risks in workplace  Hazards/risk must be  Portfolio
are consistently followed s Assessm
provided:
 Procedures for dealing identificatio ent
with workplace accidents, n and  Intervie
fire and emergencies are control skills -Workplace or  Case
followed in accordance  Interpersona assessment Study/Sit
with organization OHS l skills location uation
policies  Communica -OHS personal
 Personal protective tion skills records
equipment (PPE) is -PPE
correctly used in -Health records
accordance with
organization OHS
procedures and practices
 Appropriate assistance is
provided in the event of a
workplace emergency in
accordance with
established organization
protocol.

LO4. Maintain OHS awareness

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Emergency-related drills  Practice of  The  Discussion  Observa
and trainings are personal following  Plant tour tion
participated in as per hygiene Resources  Symposium  Interview
established organization  Hazards/risk must be  Portfolio
guidelines and procedures s Assessm
provided:
 OHS personal records are identificatio ent
-Workplace or  Interview
completed and updated in n and
assessment
 accordance with control skills location  Case
workplace requirements.  Interpersona -OHS personal Study/Sit
l skills records uation
 Communica -PPE
tion skills -Health records

Common competencies
Unit of Competency: Apply Safety Measures in Farm Operations
Modules Title: Applying Safety Measures in Farm Operations
Modules Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to perform
safety measures effectively and efficiently. It includes identifying areas,
tools, materials, time and place in performing safety measures.
Nominal Duration: 8 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Determine areas of concern for safety measures
LO2. Apply appropriate safety measures
LO3. Safekeep/dispose tools, materials and outfit

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Determine areas of concern for safety measures
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Methods
 Work tasks are  Safety Practices  The  Self-  Oral/Writt
identified in line with  Codes and following paced/mo en
farm operations Regulations resources dular Interview
 Place for safety  Tools & should be  Lecture/Di  Direct
measures are Equipment: Uses provided: scussion Observatio
determined in line with and Specification -Farm location  Interactio n
farm operations  Maintenance -Tools,  Practical  Practical
 Time for safety  Ability to equipment Demonstra Demonstra
measures are recognize and outfits tion tion
determined in line with effective tools, appropriate in  Visit/tour
farm operations materials and applying
 Appropriate tools, outfit safety
materials and outfits are  Ready skills measures
prepared in line with job required to read
requirements labels, manuals
and other basic
safety
information

LO2. Apply appropriate safety measures

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Tools and materials are  Safety Practices  The  Self-  Oral/Writt
used according to  Codes and following paced/mo en
specifications and Regulations resources dular Interviews
procedures  Tools & should be  Lecture/Di  Direct
 Outfits are worn Equipment: Uses provided: scussion Observatio
according to farm and Specification  Interaction n
requirements  Maintenance -Farm location  Practical  Practical
  Effectivity/shelf  Ability to -Tools, Demonstra Demonstra
life/expiration of recognize equipment tion tion
materials are strictly effective tools, and outfits  Visit/tour
observed materials and appropriate in
 Emergency procedures outfit applying
are known and followed  Ready skills safety
to ensure a safework required to read measures
requirement labels, manuals
 Hazards in the workplace and other basic
are identified and safety
reported in line with information
farm guidelines

LO3. Safekeep/dispose tools, materials and outfit

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Used tools and outfit are  Safety  The  Self-  Oral/Writte
cleaned after use and Practices following paced/mod n Interviews
stored in designated  Codes and resources ular  Direct
areas Regulations should be  Lecture/Dis Observation
 Materials are properly  Tools & provided: cussion  Practical
labeled and stored Equipment:  Interaction Demonstrati
according to Uses and -Farm location  Practical on
manufacturers Specification -Tools, Demonstra
recommendation and  Maintenance equipment tion
farm requirements  Ability to and outfits  Visit/tour
 Waste materials are recognize appropriate in
disposed according to effective applying
manufacturers, tools, safety
government and farm materials and measures
requirements outfit
 Ready skills
required to
read labels,
manuals and
other basic
safety
information

Unit of Competency: Use Farm Tools and Equipment

Modules Title: Using Farm Tools and Equipment
Modules Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to use farm
tools and equipment. It includes selection, operation and preventive
maintenance of farm tools and equipment.
Nominal Duration: 10 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Select and use farm tools
LO2. Select and operate farm equipment
LO3. Perform preventive maintenance
Details of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Select and use farm tools
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Methods
 Identified appropriate  Safety Practices  The  Self-  Oral/Writt
farm tools according  Codes and following paced/mod en
to requirement/use Regulations resources ular Interviews
 Farm tools are  Tools & should be  Lecture/Dis  Direct
checked for faults and Equipment: Uses provided: cussion Observatio
defective tools and Specification - Service/  Interaction n
reported in  Maintenance operational  Practical  Practical
accordance with farm  Ability to manual of Demonstra Demonstra
procedures recognized farm tools and tion tion
 Appropriate tools and defective farm equipment  Visit/tour
equipment are safely equipment -Tools and
used according to job  Perform proper equipment
requirements and management -Farm
manufacturers practices of implements
conditions safety measures

LO2. Select and operate farm equipment

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Identify appropriate farm  Safety  The  Self-  Oral/Writte
equipment Practices following paced/mod n Interviews
 Instructional manual of  Codes and resources ular  Direct
the farm tools and Regulations should be  Lecture/Dis Observation
equipment are carefully  Tools & provided: cussion  Practical
read prior to operation Equipment: -Service/  Interaction Demonstrati
 Pre-operation check-up is Uses and operational  Practical on
conducted in line with Specification manual of Demonstra
manufacturers manual  Maintenance farm tools and tion
 Faults in farm equipment  Ability to equipment  Visit/tour
are identified and recognized -Tools and
reported in line with farm defective farm equipment
procedures equipment
 Farm equipment used  Perform -Farm
according to its function proper implements
 Followed safety management
procedures practices of
safety
measures

LO3. Perform preventive maintenance

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Tools and equipment are  Safety  The  Self-  Oral/Writte
cleaned immediately after Practices following paced/mod n Interviews
use in line with farm  Codes and resources ular  Direct
procedures Regulations should be  Lecture/Dis Observation
 Routine check-up and  Tools & provided: cussion  Practical
maintenance are Equipment: -Service/  Interactio Demonstrati
performed Uses and operational  Practical on
  Tools and equipment are Specification manual of Demonstra
stored in designated  Maintenanc farm tools and tion
areas in line with farm e equipment  Visit/tour
procedures  Ability to -Tools and
recognized equipment
defective -Farm
farm implements
equipment
 Perform
proper
managemen
t practices of
safety
measures

Unit of Competency: Perform Estimation and Basic Calculation

Modules Title: Performing Estimation and Basic Calculation
Modules Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to perform
basic workplace calculations.
Nominal Duration: 12 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Perform estimation
LO2. Perform basic workplace calculation
Details of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Perform estimation
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Methods
 Job requirements are  Mathematics  The  Self-  Oral/Writte
identified from written or  Systems, following paced/mod n
oral communications Processes and resources ular examination
 Quantities of materials Operations should be  Lecture/Dis  Practical
and resources required to  Ability to provided: cussion exercise
complete a work task are perform basic -Relevant  Interaction
estimated calculation tools and  Practical
 The time needed to  Communicate equipment for Exercise
complete a work activity effectively basic
is estimated calculation
 Accurate estimate for
work completion are Recommende
made d data
 Estimate of materials and
resources are reported to
appropriate person
LO2. Perform basic workplace calculation

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologie Assessment

s Methods
 Calculations to be made  Mathematics  The  Self-  Oral/Written
are identified according  Systems, following paced/mo examination
to job requirements Processes and resources dular  Practical
 Correct method of Operations should be  Lecture/Di exercise
calculation identified  Ability to provided: scussion
 System and units of perform basic -Relevant  Interaction
measurement to be calculation tools and  Practical
 followed are ascertained  Communicate equipment for Exercise
 Calculation needed to effectively basic
complete work tasks are calculation
performed using the four -
basic process of addition, Recommende
division, multiplication d data
and subtraction
 Calculate whole fraction,
percentage and mixed
when are used to
complete the instructions
 Number computed in self
checked and completed
for alignment

Unit of Competency: Process Farm Wastes

Modules Title: Processing Farm Wastes
Modules Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to process
farm wastes. It comprises functions such as collecting farm wastes,
conducting waste identification and segregation, treating and processing
farm wastes and performing housekeeping duties.
Nominal Duration: 12 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Collect farm wastes
LO2. Identify and segregate wastes
LO3. Treat and process farm wastes
LO4. Perform housekeeping
Details of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Collect farm wastes
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Methods
 Tools and materials are  Occupational  The  Self-  Oral/Writte
health safety following paced/mod n Interviews
prepared for collection
 Skills in using resources ular  Direct
of farm wastes.
tools and should be  Lecture/Dis Observation
 Wastes are collected equipment provided: cussion  Practical
following OSHS and  Calculations -Farm area  Interaction Demonstrati
waste collection  Communicat -Different farm  Practical on
requirements and plan. e effectively wastes Demonstra
-Farm-waste tion
 Dangerous and processing area  Visit/tour
hazardous wastes are -Tools, supplies
collected following the and materials
HAZMAT(hazardous use in farm
material) protocol. wastes
collection,
 Appropriate personal
segregation
protective equipment
and processing
(PPE) are worn as
-Housekeeping
prescribed by
tools and
Occupational Safety and
supplies
Health Standards (OSHS).
PPE

LO2. Identify and segregate wastes

 Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Methods
 Wastes are identified by  Occupational  The  Self-  Oral/Writte
categories according to health safety following paced/mod n Interviews
industry standards and  Skills in using resources ular  Direct
environmental legislation. tools and should be  Lecture/Dis Observation
 Wastes are segregated equipment provided: cussion  Practical
according to  Calculations -Farm area  Interaction Demonstrati
organizational Communicate -Different farm  Practical on
requirements and effectively wastes Demonstra
relevant legislation. -Farm-waste tion
 Sorted waste is placed processing area  Visit/tour
into labelled container to -Tools, supplies
avoid littering and and materials
prevent cross- use in farm
contamination. wastes
 Information on waste is collection,
obtained by asking segregation
authority to ensure and processing
correct identification. -Housekeeping
tools and
supplies
PPE

LO3. Treat and process farm wastes

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Dangerous and hazardous  Occupatio  The following  Self-  Oral/Writt
wastes are handled nal health resources paced/mod en
according to safety should be ular Interviews
organizational  Skills in provided:  Lecture/Dis  Direct
requirements and using -Farm area cussion Observatio
relevant legislation tools and -Different farm  Interaction n
following OSHS equipmen wastes  Practical  Practical
procedures. t -Farm-waste  Demonstra Demonstra
 Processing of farm  Calculatio processing area tion tion
wastes is done following ns -Tools, supplies  Visit/tour
environmental legislation  Communi and materials use
and codes. cate in farm wastes
 Principles of 3Rs (reduce, effectively collection,
reuse and recycle) are segregation and
applied accordingly. processing
 Farm wastes are disposed -Housekeeping
of according to tools and supplies
environmental legislation PPE
and codes.
LO4. Perform housekeeping

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Appropriate warning signs  Occupatio  The following  Self-  Oral/Writte
and labels are displayed in nal health resources paced/mod n Interviews
conspicuous places around safety should be ular  Direct
the workplace.  Skills in provided:  Lecture/Dis Observation
 Work area is cleaned using tools -Farm area cussion  Practical
according to 5S principles. and -Different farm  Interaction Demonstrati
 Tools are checked, cleaned equipment wastes  Practical on
 and stowed according to  Calculatio -Farm-waste Demonstra
established industry ns processing area tion
procedures and following  Communic -Tools, supplies  Visit/tour
user’s manual. ate and materials
 Materials are stored effectively use in farm
following industry wastes
standard procedures and collection,
manufacturer’s segregation and
specifications. processing
 PPE is checked for damage -Housekeeping
prior to ensuring that tools and
clean and undamaged supplies
equipment is stored. PPE
 Storage facility is checked
to ensure no
contamination in the area
according to organizational
requirements and
legislation and codes.

Record keeping is done

according to industry
requirements.

Unit of Competency: Perform Record-Keeping

Modules Title: Performing Record-Keeping
Modules Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to carry out
inventory activities, maintain production record and prepare financial
records.
Nominal Duration: 14 Hours

Summary of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Carry out inventory activities

LO2. Maintain production record
LO3. Prepare financial records

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Carry out inventory activities
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Methods
 Inventory  Work safety  The following  Self-  Oral/Writt
inputs are  Skills in resources should paced/modu en
determined determining be provided: lar Interviews
defective -All supplies,  Lecture/Disc  Practical
according
tools and ussion Demonstra
enterprise materials and farm
equipment  Interaction tion
requirements. implements needed
 Measuring  Practical
 Defective tools and
during farm
Demonstrati
and equipment calculations operations should on
are determined  Estimation be readily available  Visit/tour
according to  Basic at the farm site:
operation mathematical -Farm site
manuals skills -Office supplies,
 kills in materials, tools and
 Facilities are
 inspected preparation farm equipment
according to of reports -Protective clothing
according  Bookkeeping equipment and
 Oral and materials. All
standard codes
written workers involved in
and laws.
communicati different activities
on
must be fully
oriented and
cautioned on the
different specific
work activities of
the farm.
-Technical supervisors
should have skills and
ability in the
successful
implementation of
work program
activities.

LO2. Maintain production record

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Production plan are  Work safety  The following  Self-  Oral/Writte
prepared according  Skills in resources should paced/mo n
to enterprise determining be provided: dular Interviews
requirements. defective -All supplies,  Lecture/Di  Practical
 Schedule for tools and materials and farm scussion Demonstra
production equipment  Interaction tion
implements needed
activities are  Measuring  Practical
and
during farm
prepared based Demonstra
calculations operations should be tion
from enterprise
requirements and  Estimation readily available at  Visit/tour
plan.  Basic the farm site:
 Production report mathematic -Farm site
are prepared in al skills -Office supplies,
accordance with  Skills in materials, tools and
enterprise preparation farm equipment
reporting of reports -Protective clothing
procedures  Bookkeeping equipment and
 Input and  Oral and materials. All workers
production are written involved in different
monitored using communica activities must be
monitoring chart. tion fully oriented and
cautioned on the
different specific
work activities of the
farm.
-Technical supervisors
should have skills and
ability in the successful
implementation of
work program
activities.
LO3. Prepare financial records

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Production cost are  Work  The following  Self-  Oral/Wri
computed using safety resources should paced/mo tten
established  Skills in be provided: dular Intervie
computation determinin -All supplies,  Lecture/Di ws
procedures. g defective scussion  Practical
materials and farm
 Revenue is computed tools and  Interaction Demons
implements needed
using established equipment  Practical tration
 Measuring
during farm
computation Demonstra
and operations should be tion
procedures.
calculation readily available at  Visit/tour
 Estimation the farm site:
 Basic -Farm site
mathemati -Office supplies,
cal skills materials, tools and
 Skills in farm equipment
preparatio
n of -Protective clothing
reports equipment and
 Bookkeepi materials. All workers
ng involved in different
 Oral and activities must be
written fully oriented and
communic cautioned on the
ation
different specific
work activities of the
farm.
-Technical supervisors
should have skills and
ability in the successful
implementation of
work program
activities.

Core competencies
Unit of Competency: Perform Nursery Operations
Modules Title: Performing Nursery Operations
Modules Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to
perform nursery operations for agricultural crops including establishing
nursery shed, preparation and handling of planting materials, preparation
of growing media, transplanting germinated seedling and handling of
nurse tools and equipment.
Nominal Duration: 74 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Prepare nursery tools, farm implements and simple equipment
LO2. Mmaintain nursery facilities
LO3. Handle seeds/planting material
LO4. Prepare growing media
LO5. Conduct propagation activities

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Prepare nursery tools, farm implements and simple equipment
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologie Assessment
s Methods
 Tools, farm  Basic  The following  Hands- on  Written
implements and mathematical resources  Lectures/ examinatio
simple processes of should be Discussion n
equipment are addition, provided:  Videos/  Oral
subtraction, -Shed/ Greenhouse Illustration evaluation
prepared
division and -Writing s  Demonstra
according work
multiplication instruments  Demonstra tion with
requirements.  Skills in plant -Nursery tools/ tion questions
 Basic pre- propagation implements/
operative techniques equipment
checking of tools,  Interpretation -Nursery supplies
farm implements of procedural -Logbooks
and equipment is manuals -Irrigation system
performed in and parts
accordance with -References (NSIC
manufacturer’s catalogue, GAP,
manual and GAP OSHS, HACCP
standard. manuals, etc.)
 Tools with wear
and corrosions
are segregated
and treated
according to
maintenance
plan and
procedures.

LO2. Maintain nursery facilities

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Nursery sanitation  Basic  The  Hands- on  Written
is maintained mathematical following  Lectures/ examina
according to GAP processes of resources Discussion tion
standard. addition, should be  Videos/  Oral
subtraction, Illustrations evaluatio
 Repair and provided:
division and
-Shed/  Demonstrati n
maintenance of multiplication
Greenhouse on  Demonst
nursery facilities  Skills in plant ration
are performed to -Writing
 maximize their propagation instruments with
efficiency and techniques -Nursery tools/ question
Effectiveness.  Interpretation implements/ s
 Preventive of procedural equipment
manuals -Nursery supplies
measures are
-Logbooks
applied for
-Irrigation
inclement weather. system and parts
 Safety measures -References
are practice (NSIC catalogue,
according to OSHS. GAP, OSHS,
HACCP manuals,
etc.)

LO3. Handle seeds/planting material

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Planting materials are  Basic  The following  Hands- on  Written
determined according mathematica resources  Lectures/ examina
to kinds and varieties. l processes should be Discussion tion
 Quality seeds are of addition, provided:  Videos/  Oral
selected according to subtraction, -Shed/ Greenhouse Illustrations evaluatio
prescribed division and -Writing  Demonstrati n
characteristics. multiplicatio instruments on  Demonst
 Seed testing is n -Nursery tools/ ration
conducted to  kills in plant implements/ with
determine the propagation equipment question
percentage techniques -Nursery supplies s
germination of the  Interpretatio -Logbooks
seedstock in n of -Irrigation system
accordance with the procedural and parts
standard procedures manuals -References (NSIC
 Planting materials are catalogue, GAP,
treated following OSHS, HACCP
standard protocol. manuals, etc.)
 Seed scarification is
performed for
germination purposes
based on type of crop.

LO4. Prepare growing media

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Growing media are  Basic  The following  Hands- on  Written
prepared according to mathematica resources  Lectures/ examina
prescribed mixture l processes should be Discussion tion
and crop requirement. of addition, provided:  Videos/  Oral
 Growing media are subtraction, -Shed/ Greenhouse Illustrations evaluatio
placed in prescribed division and -Writing  Demonstrati n
containers according multiplicatio instruments on  Demonst
to crop requirements. n -Nursery tools/ ration
 Containers are  Skills in plant implements/ with
arranged and labelled propagation equipment question
according to techniques -Nursery supplies s
varieties/species.  Interpretatio
  Seedbed is prepared n of -Logbooks
based on crop species. procedural -Irrigation system
manuals and parts
-References (NSIC
catalogue, GAP,
OSHS, HACCP
manuals, etc.)

LO5. Conduct propagation activities

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Nursery shed is set-up  Basic  The following  Hands- on  Written
according to plant mathematica resources  Lectures/ examin
requirement l processes should be Discussion ation
 Quality seedlings are of addition, provided:  Videos/  Oral
selected based on subtraction, -Shed/ Greenhouse Illustrations evaluati
prescribed division and -Writing  Demonstrati on
characteristics. multiplicatio instruments on  Demon
 Propagation materials n -Nursery tools/ stration
are selected according  Skills in plant implements/ with
to propagation propagation equipment questio
activity. techniques -Nursery supplies ns
 Plant propagation  Interpretatio -Logbooks
techniques are n of -Irrigation system
performed based on procedural and parts
recommended manuals -References (NSIC
practices. catalogue, GAP,
 Germinated seedlings OSHS, HACCP
are maintained until manuals, etc.)
fully established.
 Pricking and thinning
of seedlings are
performed based on
recommended
practices.

Unit of Competency: Plant Crops

Modules Title: Planting Crops
Modules Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to conduct
activities related to land preparation and planting of agricultural crops.
This unit also includes proper handling of seeds/seedlings/saplings for
planting and transplanting, proper use of tools and equipment, conduct
land preparation and field lay-out.
Nominal Duration: 64 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Prepare land for planting
LO2. Conduct field lay-out
LO3. Dig holes
LO4. Perform direct seeding
LO5. Transplant seedlings

Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Prepare land for planting

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Tools, materials and  Good  The following  Hands- on  Written
equipment are prepared Agriculture resources  Lectures/ examina
for land clearing Practice should be Discussion tion
 The land is cleared Standards provided:  Videos/  Oral
according to prescribed by BAFPS -Tool room and Illustration evaluatio
methods of land  Proper use farm house s n
preparation and -Farm tools/  Demonstra  Demonst
 Debris are removed and maintenanc implements/ tion ration
disposed according to e of cutting, equipment with
waste management digging and -Writing device question
standards. tillage tools -Farm supplies s
 Soil samples are collected  Digging -Logbooks
for analysis based on holes -References
standard procedure  Operate (fertilizer and
 Land preparation is hand pesticide manual/
conducted according to tractors catalogue,
crop requirement. protocols, field
 Basal fertilizer is applied guides, OHSP and
based on crop GAP manuals)
requirement. Production guide
 Safety procedures for
fertilizer application is
followed according to
OSHS

LO2. Conduct field lay-out

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Tools and materials  Interpret  The following  Hands- on  Written
are prepared for field lay-out resources  Lectures/ examinatio
lay-out.  Use of should be Discussion n
 Interpret field lay-out measuring provided:  Videos/  Oral
plan according to the device -Tool room and Illustrations evaluation
recommended  Systems of farm house  Demonstrati  Demonstra
planting system. planting -Farm tools/ on tion with
 Field is laid-out implements/ questions
according to equipment
recommended -Writing device
planting system -Farm supplies
-Logbooks
-References
(fertilizer and
pesticide manual/
 catalogue,
protocols, field
guides, OHSP and
GAP manuals)
Production guide

LO3. Dig holes

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Digging of holes are  Proper use  The following  Hands- on  Written
performed based on and resources  Lectures/ examinati
crop requirement. maintenance should be Discussion on
 Top soil is separated of cutting, provided:  Videos/  Oral
to be used in digging and -Tool room and Illustrations evaluatio
covering the hole tillage tools farm house  Demonstrati n
after planting.  Digging -Farm tools/ on  Demonstr
 Basal fertilizer holes implements/ ation
application is  Proper use equipment with
performed based on and -Writing device questions
recommended maintenance -Farm supplies
amount. of cutting, -Logbooks
digging and -References
tillage tools (fertilizer and
pesticide manual/
catalogue,
protocols, field
guides, OHSP and
GAP manuals)
Production guide

LO4. Perform direct seeding

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Seeds are planted  Systems of  The following  Hands- on  Written
according to planting resources  Lectures/ examina
recommended rate,  Proper use of should be Discussion tion
distance and depth tools and provided:  Videos/  Oral
 Replanting are timely equipment -Tool room and Illustration evaluatio
done according to  Proper use of farm house s n
recommended practices tools and -Farm tools/  Demonstra  Demonst
for a particular crop equipment implements/ tion ration
 Safety procedures are  Occupational equipment with
followed according to Health and -Writing device question
Occupational Safety Safety -Farm supplies s
and Health Standards Standards -Logbooks
(OSHS) and Good -References
Agricultural Practices (fertilizer and
(GAP) pesticide manual/
catalogue,
 protocols, field
guides, OHSP and
GAP manuals)
Production guide

LO5. Transplant seedlings

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Handling of seedlings  Systems of  The following  Hands- on  Written
from nursery is planting resources  Lectures/ examina
performed based on  Proper use of should be Discussion tion
prescribed practices. tools and provided:  Videos/  Oral
 Transplanting of equipment -Tool room and Illustration evaluatio
seedlings is done based  Proper use of farm house s n
on crop practices tools and -Farm tools/  Demonstra  Demonst
 Re-bagging is done for equipment implements/ tion ration
a particular crop  Occupational equipment with
requirement Health and -Writing device question
 Replanting is timely Safety -Farm supplies s
done based on planting Standards -Logbooks
protocol. (fertilizer and
 Safety procedures are pesticide manual/
followed according to catalogue,
Occupational Safety protocols, field
and Health Standards guides, OHSP and
(OSHS) and Good GAP manuals)
Agricultural Practices Production guide
(GAP)

Unit of Competency: Care and Maintain Crops

Modules Title: Caring and Maintaining Crops
Modules Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to provide
forage which include functions during forage area preparation, planting
and maintenance activities of forage area, production of silage and
completion of work.
Nominal Duration: 64 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Apply pest control measure
LO2. Apply fertilizer
LO3. Water crops
LO4. Perform pruning
LO5. Perform physical growth-enhancing practices
Details of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Apply pest control measure
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Methods
  Pests incidence is  Basic  The following  Hands- on  Written
monitored based on mathematical resources  Lectures/ examina
prescribed procedure. processes of should be Discussion tion
 Tools and materials addition, provided:  Videos/  Oral
are prepared subtraction, -Farm or Illustration evaluatio
according to specific division and plantation area s n
pest control measure. multiplication -Storage shed  Demonstra  Demonst
 Appropriate pest  Proper -Farm tools/ tion ration
control measures are handling of implements/ with
followed based on tools and equipment question
GAP equipment -Farm supplies s
 Safety measures are  Pest -Logbooks
observed and monitoring by -Irrigation system
practiced according to recording and and parts
Occupational Health reporting pests References
and Safety (OHS) incidence (fertilizer and
procedures.  Fertilizer and pesticide manual/
pesticide catalogue,
application protocols, field
guides, etc.)

LO2. Apply fertilizer

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Tools and materials are  Basic  The following  Hands- on  Written
prepared according to mathematical resources  Lectures/ examina
prescribed user’s processes of should be Discussion tion
manual addition, provided:  Videos/  Oral
 Fertilizers are identified subtraction, -Farm or Illustration evaluatio
based on kinds. division and plantation area s n
 Fertilizer rates are multiplication -Storage shed  Demonstra  Demonst
applied based on crop  Proper -Farm tools/ tion ration
requirements. handling of implements/ with
 Appropriate method of tools and equipment question
fertilizer application is equipment -Farm supplies s
employed based on  Pest -Logbooks
crop requirements. monitoring by -Irrigation system
 Precautionary measures recording and and parts
are applied to avoid reporting pests References
cross contamination incidence (fertilizer and
based on GAP.  Fertilizer and pesticide manual/
 Safety procedures are pesticide catalogue,
followed according to application protocols, field
Occupational Safety guides, etc.)
and Health Standards
LO3. Water crops
Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Methods
 Soil moisture content  Basic  The following  Hands- on  Written
is determined based mathematical resources should  Lectures/ examinati
on soil field capacity processes of be provided: Discussion on
 Watering performed addition, -Farm or plantation  Videos/  Oral
following the subtraction, area Illustration evaluatio
prescribed method division and -Storage shed s n
and schedule multiplication -Farm tools/
  Good  Proper handling implements/  Demonstra  Demonstr
AgriculturalPractices of tools and equipment tion ation with
is observed. equipment -Farm supplies questions
 Pest monitoring -Logbooks
by recording -Irrigation system
and reporting and parts
pests incidence References (fertilizer
 Fertilizer and and pesticide
pesticide manual/ catalogue,
application protocols, field
guides, etc.)

LO4. Perform pruning

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Pruning method is  Basic  The following  Hands- on  Written
performed according to mathematical resources  Lectures/ examina
crops. processes of should be Discussion tion
 Tools and materials for addition, provided:  Videos/  Oral
pruning are prepared. subtraction, -Farm or Illustrations evaluatio
 Safety procedures is division and plantation area  Demonstrati n
followed according to multiplication -Storage shed on  Demonst
Occupational Safety  Proper -Farm tools/ ration
and Health Standards handling of implements/ with
and PNS:PAES 101 tools and equipment question
equipment -Farm supplies s
 Pest -Logbooks
monitoring by -Irrigation system
recording and and parts
reporting pests References
incidence (fertilizer and
 Fertilizer and pesticide manual/
pesticide catalogue,
application protocols, field
guides, etc.)
LO5. Perform physical growth-enhancing practices

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Tools and equipment  Basic  The following  Hands- on  Written
for cultivation are mathematica resources should  Lectures/ examina
prepared according to l processes be provided: Discussion tion
PNS:PAES 101. of addition, -Farm or plantation  Videos/  Oral
 Cultivation practices are subtraction, area Illustrations evaluatio
carried out based on division and -Storage shed  Demonstra n
crop requirement. multiplicatio -Farm tools/ tion  Demonst
 Rejuvenating activities n implements/ ration
are performed  Proper equipment with
according to handling of -Farm supplies question
established cultural tools and -Logbooks s
practices. equipment -Irrigation system and
 Growth training  Pest parts
technique are monitoring -References (fertilizer
performed for different by recording and pesticide manual/
crops and catalogue, protocols,
 Mulching techniques reporting field guides, etc.)
 are carried out based pests
on crops. incidence
 Safety procedures are  Fertilizer and
followed according to pesticide
Occupational Safety application
and Health Standards.

Unit of Competency: Carry-Out Harvest and Postharvest Operations

Modules Title: Carrying-out Harvest and Postharvest Operation
Modules Descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to perform
harvest and postharvest operations of major agricultural crops including
maintaining quality of produce for distribution. This unit also includes
proper use of tools and equipment required to perform the activities.
This unit does not include secondary processing.
Nominal Duration: 60 Hours
Summary of Learning Outcomes:
LO1. Perform pre – harvest operations
LO2. Perform harvesting activity
LO3. Perform postharvest operation
LO4. Monitor storage pest and diseases
Details of Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Perform pre – harvest operations

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment
Methods
 Crop maturity is  Communicati  The following  Hands- on  Written
identified according ng ideas and resources should be  Lectures/ examina
to parameters info provided: Discussion tion
affecting  Collecting -Facilities and  Videos/  Oral
physiological information equipment appropriate Illustration evaluatio
growth and physical  Proper use for harvest and s n
indicators. and postharvest of crops  Demonstra  Demonst
 Records of crop maintenance -Supplies and materials tion ration
agronomic history is of tools and contingent to machines with
verified and equipment -Farm house question
referenced for  Monitoring -Packing area s
maturity. skills -Storage facilities
 Obstructions from  Maintain -Farm tools/
the field are quality of implements/
removed for efficient stored equipment
harvesting commodities -Writing instruments
 Harvesting tools  Physical -Farm supplies
and materials, and analysis of -Logbooks
temporary shed are crop for References (catalogue,
ready. quality protocols, field guides,
 Records regarding standards GAP, OHSS manuals)
crops to be
harvested are
checked

LO2. Perform harvesting activity

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

 Methods
 Appropriate harvesting  Communicati  The following  Hands- on  Written
methods are ng ideas and resources should  Lectures/ examina
implemented based on info be provided: Discussion tion
best cultural practices  Collecting -Facilities and  Videos/  Oral
for each crop using information equipment Illustrations evaluati
suitable tools  Proper use appropriate for  Demonstrati on
 Crops are handled and harvest and on  Demons
according to the maintenance postharvest of crops tration
postharvest of tools and -Supplies and with
treatment. equipment materials contingent question
 Crops are harvested  Monitoring to machines s
based on maturity skills -Farm house
indices and  Maintain -Packing area
characteristics quality of -Storage facilities
affecting harvest stored -Farm tools/
quality commodities implements/
 Harvesting is  Physical equipment
performed while analysis of -Writing instruments
observing GAP crop for -Farm supplies
principles quality -Logbooks
standards -References
(catalogue, protocols,
field guides, GAP,
OHSS manuals)

LO3. Perform postharvest operation

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Postharvest  Communica  The following  Hands- on  Written
operations are ting ideas resources should be  Lectures/ examina
employed based on and info provided: Discussion tion
standard are  Collecting -Facilities and  Videos/  Oral
followed. information equipment appropriate Illustration evaluatio
 Use of  Proper use for harvest and s n
postharvest and postharvest of crops  Demonstra  Demonst
equipment is maintenanc -Supplies and materials tion ration
monitored e of tools contingent to machines with
and -Farm house question
avoiding damage
equipment -Packing area s
to crop in line
 Monitoring -Storage facilities
with -Farm tools/
skills
manufacturer/ent  Maintain implements/ equipment
erprise quality of -Writing instruments
procedures. stored -Farm supplies
 Handling and commoditie -Logbooks
packaging are done s References (catalogue,
according to variety  Physical protocols, field guides,
and destination. analysis of GAP, OHSS manuals)
 Crops are stored crop for
and stacked in cool quality
dry place prior to standards
distribution in line
with enterprise
procedures
LO4. Monitor storage pest and diseases

Assessment Criteria Contents Conditions Methodologies Assessment

Methods
 Pest are identified  Communica  The following  Hands- on  Written
based on ting ideas resources should be  Lectures/ examina
references for and info provided: Discussion tion
storage pest and  Collecting -Facilities and  Videos/  Oral
diseases information equipment appropriate Illustrations evaluatio
 Identified storage  Proper use for harvest and  Demonstrati n
pest and diseases and postharvest of crops on  Demonst
are logged and maintenanc -Supplies and materials ration
reported to e of tools contingent to machines with
immediate and -Farm house question
authority. equipment -Packing area s
 Monitoring -Storage facilities
skills -Farm tools/
 Maintain implements/ equipment
quality of -Writing instruments
stored -Farm supplies
commoditie -Logbooks
s -References (catalogue,
 Physical protocols, field guides,
analysis of GAP, OHSS manuals)
crop for
quality
standards