Natural Systems Permaculture
Permaculture Design Course23 August – 6th December 2025 @ ECOS Yarra Valley Vic.
Permaculture Design Course AT ECOS
This ninety one hour Permaculture Design Certificate course is internationally recognised, and results in a Permaculture Design Certificate. It provides an introduction to permaculture design and implementation, and teaches a range of practical skills that can be applied in daily life for immediate benefits.
Introduction
Course Description
The course covers sustainable living systems for a wide variety of landscapes and climates. It includes the application of permaculture principles to food production, home design, construction, energy conservation and generation, and explores alternative economic structures supporting permaculture solutions. Students are invited to bring details of their own sites or potential sites to consider during the course.
Content
Specific Topics
Theory and principles of permaculture
Creating integrated ecosystems
Animals in Permaculture
Drought-proofing landscapes
Soil rehabilitation and soil erosion control
Managing bushfire risk
Nutrient dense food production
Water harvesting and management
Ecological building and passive solar design
Energy conservation techniquesÂ
Recycling and sustainable waste management
Building personal and local community resilience
