QQI Sports Surface Maintenance Course

Learning Outcomes:

1 Explain the features of water based, sand dressed, sand filled and rubber filled synthetic surfaces

2 Describe how season, weather and soil conditions affect the type and frequency of maintenance operations

3 Make markings on sports surfaces appropriate for a range of sporting events

4 Set out sports equipment appropriate for the rules of the sport and the standard of the event

5 Prepare playing surfaces so that they meet the quality and appearance requirements of each sport and event

6 Prepare sports surfaces, including selection and maintenance of appropriate equipment, by using a range of the following techniques: – mowing – irrigating – scarifying – verticutting – rolling – top dressing – brushing – switching – aerating – edging – feeding

7 Use a range of renovation and repair methods safely and correctly including the following: – Over-seeding – Patching or plugging – Forking up – Divotting 8 Use equipment safely and in compliance with manufacturers¿ instructions

9 Operate appropriate safety procedures to create and maintain a safe working environment including safety standards regarding lifting, carrying and handling plants, tools and equipment. Assessment General Information All assessment should be planned in accord

Assessment:

Skills Demonstration 80%

Examination – Theory 20%

Skills Demonstration: A skills demonstration is used to assess a wide range of practical based learning outcomes including practical skills and knowledge. A skills demonstration will require the learner to complete a task or series of tasks that demonstrate a range of skills.

Examination Theory: An examination provides a means of assessing a learner’s ability to recall and apply knowledge, skills and understanding within a set period of time and under clearly specified conditions. A theory-based examination assesses the ability to recall, apply and understand specific theory and knowledge.

Transfer and Progression:

This Minor Award can be used to meet the requirements of the following Major Awards

Component Specifications

This course is available exclusively to private groups.This allows courses to be targeted specifically towards your own companies requirements. To arrange a date for your company to host this course please call 1850 315 415 or fill in the form below and one of our Training team will be in touch.