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Permaculture I

Course CodeVSS104
Fee CodeS1
Duration (approx)100 hours
QualificationStatement of Attainment


1. Concepts: Permaculture philosophy, natural systems and key practices (eg. no dig gardening, biological control, plant naming, seed (sources, hybridisation, storage, etc).
2. The Environment: Ecology, ecosystems and permaculture design concepts.
3. Soils: structure, nutrition, erosion, natural fertilizers, soil plant relationships.
4. Climate & Water: Climatic factors, estimating plant water requirements, water quality, improving drainage, site planning.
5. Forest Systems: Plant associations, mycorrhiza, tree interactions (with wind, light, rain, etc), forest types in permaculture, creating a rainforest.