Level 4: Advanced
For individuals in higher level management or technical roles. They grasp advanced office software and/or understand digitalisation and agtech opportunities. They are ready to deep dive into specific topics, advanced software use or, start a Diploma in Business Management.
Course 4A:
Ag tech skills
(free cluster)
Topics include:
- Collect, record & manage data
- Programmable logic controller
- Supervisory control & data acquisition
- Positioning basics
Good to know:
- Free.
- All topics are online.
- Student must have a computer with internet connection, and earbuds/earphones.
- Once enrolled, a weblink will be emailed to student. They can login to start training at their own pace.
- Each topic will take around 2 hours to complete -pending existing skill level.
Course 4B:
Ag tech skills
(fee for service)
Topics include:
- Diagnostics and fault responses ($77)
- Geospatial ($77)
- Introduction to autonomous equipment ($77)
- Sensors and monitoring devices ($77)
- Cyber security for small to medium sized businesses ($175)
Good to know:
- At cost – pending student and associated funding available.
- All topics are online.
- Student must have a computer with internet connection, and earbuds/earphones.
- Once enrolled, a weblink will be emailed to student. They can login to start training at their own pace.
- Each topic will take around 2 hours to complete -pending existing skill level.
Course 4C:
Extra technologies
Topics:
USQ / IBM Skillsbuild
Is an online portal accessible for training in various digital courses.
Developed in partnership between University of Southern Queensland and IBM.
For those who are keen to learn more – this is a great opportunity.
Good to know:
- Free
- All topics are online.
- Student must have a computer with internet connection, and earbuds/earphones.
- Once enrolled, a weblink will be emailed to student. They can login to start training at their own pace.
- Each topic will take around 2 hours to complete -pending existing skill level.
Course 4D:
Software skills
Choose from one of the following:
- Microsoft Outlook Advanced
- Microsoft Word Advanced
- Microsoft Excel Advanced
- Microsoft Excel – Data Analysis
Good to know:
- Is free pending funding options for the individual.
- 1 day
- Virtual classroom
- With ongoing support
Student must have:
- PC or laptop (with 2nd screen)
- Zoom app installed
- Headphone/earbuds with microphone.
- Microsoft Office Professional
- Broadband internet connection
Level 4E: Digital business management skills –
Network fundamentals for your business
A 2 – 3 hour online session that includes:
- Knowledge of networking concepts
- Knowledge of network types
- Understanding of network components
- Knowledge of key networking terms
- Understanding of network models
- Knowledge of network protocols
- Understanding of networking now and into the future.
Good to know:
- Free
- Online
- Student must have a computer with internet connection, and earbuds/earphones.
- Once enrolled, a weblink will be emailed to student. They can login to start training at their own pace.
- This whole course is 2 to 3 hours long.
Level 4E: Digital business management skills –
Workplace Cyber Security Foundations
A virtual classroom on Tuesday and Friday nights (6.30pm to 8pm), over 3 weeks. Topics include:
- Identify and report online security threats
- Apply cyber hygiene best practices
- Identify and assess cyber security insider threats and risks
Good to know:
Extra entry requirements: 3 years work experience in a business setting or an operator of a small business in the past 12 months.
- Is free pending funding options for the individual.
- Student must have a computer with internet connection, and earbuds / earphones.
Level 4E: Digital business management skills –
Farm Business Management Skillset
Operating your agribusiness within a digital context:
- AHCBUS512 Develop & implement family business structures and relationships
- AHCBUS516 Develop & review a business plan
- AHCBUS517 Monitor & review business performance
- BSBRSK501 Manage risk
A 4-day face to face workshop, with digital course notes etc.
Locations to be advised.
Training group must have a minimum of 10 participants.
Good to know:
Is free or heavily discounted, pending funding options for the individual.
4 Diploma level vocational units awarded.
Extra entry requirements: For Qld based farm owners or employed farm managers only.
Delivered by UQSkills – participants must meet all UQSkill’s entry requirements and selection criteria.
Learning equipment list: Bring along laptop and the ability to connect to the internet