Agricultural Production Systems Simulator (APSIM)

Agricultural Production Systems sIMulator (APSIM) Training Course

DATE: Tuesday 11th and Wednesday 12th October 2016 TIMES: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM VENUE: Queensland Bioscience Precinct Room 3.323 (Level 3 South) Building 80 306 Carmody Rd The University of Queensland St Lucia, Brisbane, Australia COURSE The 2 day course is aimed at providing training in the use of the Agricultural OVERVIEW: Production Systems sIMulator (APSIM) focusing on the user interface. It is very 'hands on' with a mix of short presentations and tutorials relevant to research activities. To get the most out of the two days, we strongly recommend that you work through the ‘Core’ section of the on-line introductory training material. It will be assumed that you have a basic understanding of the APSIM user interface.

The course has been designed for both beginners and more advanced users who have developed simulations and require specific technical assistance. It will focus on individual needs with tutors providing one-on-one assistance. Common issues will be summarised and presented as more formal group tutorials.

The course will normally be limited to a maximum of 14 participants and can

Phone Email Web +61 7 4529 4196 [email protected] www.apsim.info

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203 Tor Street PO Box 102 Toowoomba QLD 4350 AUSTRALIA The APSIM Initiative is an unincorporated joint venture between: The State of Queensland through its Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF); The University of Queensland (UQ) ; the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO); and AgResearch Limited (AgResearch) be tailored to meet specific needs of individuals and groups. A minimum of 10 participants will be required to run the course. COURSE To successfully undertake this course you will need to have: REQUIREMENTS:  A Laptop PC;  A licensed copy of APSIM installed on the laptop;  For advanced users, current simulations you are working on, or background data for building simulations;  Organised all travel and accommodation associated with your training. COURSE FEE: $1,320 (GST Inclusive)  The course fee includes any required learning materials and access to experienced APSIM users and developers.  Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided on both days.

APSIM Training Course

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203 Tor Street PO Box 102 Toowoomba QLD 4350 AUSTRALIA The APSIM Initiative is an unincorporated joint venture between: The State of Queensland through its Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF); The University of Queensland (UQ) ; the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO); and AgResearch Limited (AgResearch) Special Dietary Requirements:

 Registration deadline is Friday 7th October 2016.  Please complete the Participant and Payment Details, sign, scan and email to [email protected] Alternatively you can fax or mail a copy as per the contact details at the bottom of the page. ------

Payment Details Please pay the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) the total sum of $1,320 AUD to attend a 2 day APSIM Training Course.

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Phone Email Web +61 7 4529 4196 [email protected] www.apsim.info

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203 Tor Street PO Box 102 Toowoomba QLD 4350 AUSTRALIA The APSIM Initiative is an unincorporated joint venture between: The State of Queensland through its Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF); The University of Queensland (UQ) ; the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO); and AgResearch Limited (AgResearch)