Hydroponics for Beginners (I) - Online Course

If you are looking to start in hydroponics then the Hydroponics for Beginners (I) course is a great introduction to develop the knowledge for hydroponic systems and the nutrient use required to help plants grow when in a hydroponic environment.

Whether on a small or large scale for commercial production, Hydroponics can provide strong vegetable and flower crops to increase your profitability in business.

Upon completion of this course there is the chance for further studies so please contact our course advisors for further information.

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Course Outline
Course Code: 
BHT224
Duration: 
100 hours - Access for 12 months
Delivery: 
Online & Correspondence
Certificate: 
Statement of achievement
Lesson Structure: 
  1. Introduction
  2. How a Plant Grows
  3. Hydroponic Systems
  4. Nutrition & Nutrition management
  5. Plant Culture
  6. Hydroponic Vegetable Production
  7. Hydroponic Cut Flower Production
  8. Solid Media vs Nutrient Film
  9. Greenhouse Operation & Management
  10. Special Assignment
Aims - the learning objectives of the course: 
  • Explain different hydroponic systems.
  • Select appropriate media for specified hydroponic crops.
  • Describe the equipment used in hydroponic systems.
  • Determine the management of nutrition in hydroponic systems.
  • Explain the management of a greenhouse in the production of a hydroponic crop.
  • Plan the establishment of hydroponic facilities to satisfy specified criteria, both commercial and cultural.
  • Develop a management plan for a hydroponic facility.