Unit Award Scheme

122096 HYDROPONIC CULTIVATION

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	monitor the potential of Hydrogen (pH), electrical conductivity (EC) and nutrient parameters	Summary sheet
2	germinate two different types of crops	Summary sheet
3	apply two different pest control measures	Summary sheet
4	harvest two different types of crops	Summary sheet
5	monitor temperature and humidity when required	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
6	the key aspects of what hydroponic cultivation is	Student completed work
7	at least two differences between hydroponic farming and traditional soil farming	Student completed work
8	the meaning of the terms 'water quality' and 'environmental conditions'	Student completed work
9	the main aspects of pest and disease control in hydroponic cultivation	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
demonstrated the ability to
10	design a basic hydroponic system	Student completed work
shown knowledge of
11	the impact of at least two environmental conditions in the various hydroponic crops	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
experienced
12	performing the essential maintenance tasks related to a hydroponic culture, on at least one occasion.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 12 September 2024Level - Entry Level