Farm Machinery Care

Farm Machinery Care

About the Farm Machinery Care Certificate

Many farmers are heavily reliant on machinery to help them complete their tasks. Farming equipment is large, expensive and in the wrong hands, it can be dangerous. This is why it is essential it is handled by experienced individuals. The Farm Machinery Care Certificate teaches learners how best to maintain and care for this kind of machinery.

By studying distance learning modules at learndirect, students will learn what they need to know about engine operation, irrigation and hydraulics. The course also aims to educate students about the safe use and maintenance of hand and power tools. Altogether, this online course should take approximately 108 hours to complete. However, at learndirect we encourage our home study candidates to take all the time they need with their courses.

Who should study this course?

This course is ideal for those who plan to develop a career in the farming industry. Whether you were raised on a farm and want to expand your knowledge, or you are completely new to farming, this qualification will help you get where you need to be.

As with all of our courses here at learndirect, there are no entry requirements to meet. All we ask is that you are have an interesting in farm machinery care and are willing to commit time and effort to your home learning course.

What happens after the course?

By the end of this qualification, you will be able to care for and maintain farm machinery successfully. You will have a working knowledge of the machines’ functions and an awareness of any health and safety regulations.

If you enjoyed studying this course, you may choose to engage in further study. Courses like our Farming Management Course are ideal for people who want to progress in the industry. Some students may even go on to study at undergraduate level.

Alternatively, you may choose to go directly into work. This course is aimed specifically at people who want to work in farming. There are numerous positions in the industry you may choose to apply for. These include but are not limited to:

• Farm manager
• Tractor operator
• General farm worker

For more information about this course, give us a call on this number: 01202 006 464

Modules

Engine Operation

Irrigation

Hydraulics

Mechanisation

Tractors

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Equipment Maintenance

Specific Workplace Requirements

Entry Requirements

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

Assessment Method

After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

On successful completion of your course you will receive the learndirect Certificate of Completion of Training in Farm Machinery Care.

Your course certificate will also state the number of CPD points/hours the course is eligible for.

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