5 CONCEPT 5.2 PROGRAM

Agriculture

The region is famous for agriculture and it is the profession of most residents, it is also important to note that most of their jobs stem from agriculture both directly and indirectly. Greenhouses divided into different zones allows courses to run simultaneously and free space after four courses for example.

Example of courses to be given in the centre

1- Course title: Urban farming and hydroponics

Training course contents: Hydroponics urban farming Systems, plant nutrient essentials, indoor planting, aquaponics farming

Spaces required: Greenhouse, research lab, lecture hall

2- Course title: Organic fertilizers

Training course contents: common nutrient problems, essential nutrients, fertilizer types and how to interpret a fertilizer label, managing total nutrient level, pH and EC and onsite testing, and growing media.

Spaces required: Lecture hall, research lab, greenhouse, workshop

3- Course title: Irrigation systems

Training course contents: study irrigation for farming, to manage water needs of crops, pastures or livestock, optimise productivity, profit and land sustainability.

Spaces required: Greenhouse, lecture hall, workshop

4- Course title: Farm management

Training course contents: learn strategic planning, understand the elements involved with whole farm planning, learn how to prepare a business plan

Spaces required: Computer lab, lecture hall

5 CONCEPT 5.2 PROGRAM

Community

The training centre needs some services to support the other facilities and also provide a public space for people to gather and socialize.