Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agricultural Mechanisation
| Duration: | 16 Months |
|---|---|
| Awarding Body: | FETAC |
| Course Code: | TACFM |
| Location: | Pallaskenry College |
| Method of Application: | Direct to College |
| Maintenance Grant: | Teagasc Grant Scheme |
Course Aim
This course provides young people with knowledge and skills required for:
- Working in the farm machinery industry, e.g. agricultural contractors, fabricators and machinery sales, etc.
- Running an agricultural contracting business
- Transferring to year two of the B Eng (Agriculture) in IT Tralee.
Location
This course is offered at Pallaskenry Agricultural College, Pallaskenry, Co Limerick.
Entry Requirements and Application Procedures
Students who have completed the FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture are eligible to apply. Apply directly to the College. Selection for places is by interview.
Course Structure and Content
Course content includes maintenance and repair of machinery, workshop practices, crop management, environmental control, business management and information technology.
Year 1:Early September-early April: Course work in Pallaskenry including a major project, e.g. engine overhaul, fabrication etc.
Year 1-2: April-October: 24 weeks practical training period e.g. in garages, dealerships, fabricators, contractors etc. Some students choose to do their practical training in the USA on the combine crew trail.
Year 2: November-December: Course work in Pallaskenry with emphasis on farm business management and proficiency testing.
On successful completion of the programme students are awarded a FETAC Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agricultural Mechanisation. This award meets the training requirements for Stamp Duty Exemption and for Installation Aid.
Progression
Students who successfully complete the Advanced Certificate in Agricultural Mechanisation and are successful in an interview can gain entry to year two of the Bachelor of Engineering (Agricultural) Level 7 at the Institute of Technology Tralee.
