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FETAC (NCVA) - Level 5
Applied Ecology
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Leaving Certificate with 5 passes, Leaving Certificate Applied. Mature students will be considered based on a proven interest in ecology/water management. Entry may be subject to interview/assessment
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| Course Content |
| Ecological Field Methods |
Plant Science |
Computer Applications |
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| Sustainable Water Management |
Biology |
Information Technology Skills/Data Entry |
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| Biological Diversity |
Work Experience |
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| Plant Identification & Use |
Communications |
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| Certification |
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FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 Award (CAEXX) - Further Education & Training Awards Council
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| Duration |
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One Year - Full Time Study
Two Years - Part Time Study (min 4 modules per year) |
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| Course Structure |
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| Practical field studies and lab work will form an integral part of the course and may take place at a number of locations including Ballybay Wetlands Centre and Tanagh Outdoor Education Centre. A minimum of 10 days Work Placement must be completed. |
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| Career Options/Progression |
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Holders of a FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 Award in Applied Ecology may progress to further studies on selected courses at Institutes of Technology/Universities. Alternatively you may enter employment in fields such as forestry, fisheries, park management, water resource mgt, agriculture etc |
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| Evaluation |
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| Your course wil be evaluated by practical and written examination, project work and assignments. |
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