TURF CONSTRUCTION AND DRAINAGE
AGR3TCD
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject, you will learn about design elements as they relate to turf construction, from simple run-off and contouring principles through to the construction of new sand-based surfaces. You will also learn about the testing and selection of construction materials including root zone sand and gravels. The integration and application of theory with practice will allow you to undertake, review and critically analyse laboratory tests of sands and gravels as they relate to turf construction. By the completion of the subject, you will be able to assess a given scenario involving turfed areas and provide remedial modifications to improve turf integrity
SchoolLife Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPenelope Smith
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites AGR1TM2 and must be admitted into SBATE
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsThis subject is taught at the Fairfield campus of Melbourne Polytechnic. One or more optional field visits may be offered during semester. This is subject to industry availability. Students will need to make their own way to the field site at their own cost.
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Drainage for Sportsturf and Horticulture
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorMcIntyre,K. & Jakobsen, B.
Year1990
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherHorticultural Engineering Consultancy, ACT
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The USGA Specification for Putting Green Construction
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementPrescribed
AuthorUSGA, NJ
YearN/A
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherUnited States Golf Association, NJ
ISBNN/A
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Epping (Melbourne Polytechnic), 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPenelope Smith
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Face-to-face or online
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
Four 7.00 days workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via blended.
Face-to-face 4-day intensive
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Laboratory report: Physical characteristics of root zone and gravel materials (700 words). | Report | Individual | No | 20 | SILO1 |
Written report: Drainage diagnosis and remedial drainage design (700 words) | Report | Individual | No | 20 | SILO2 |
Written report: Sand-based construction (700 words) | Report | Individual | No | 20 | SILO3 |
Written exam (2 hours) (2,000 word equivalent). 2 hour final exam, closed book. | Other written exam | Individual | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |