Agricultural Science L1
11AGR Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: C. Spindler
This course is an introduction to the scientific knowledge and management skills needed to have a successful career in the Primary Industries.
This course can lead to: careers in the Primary Industries including farm management, agricultural contracting, environment science and the horticultural section.
For more information, please see Mrs Spindler
Pathway Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
$27 workbook,
Recommended Prior Learning
Year 10 agriculture or approval from Mrs Spindler
Credit Information
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 90155 v4 Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.7 - Demonstrate knowledge of pasture/crop management practices | 1 |
I |
4 |
Y |
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| A.S. 90157 v4 Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.2 - Demonstrate practical skills used in agricultural or horticultural production | 1 |
I |
4 |
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| A.S. 90918 v2 Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.1 - Carry out a practical agricultural or horticultural investigation | 1 |
I |
4 |
Y |
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| A.S. 90920 v2 Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.4 - Demonstrate knowledge of the geographic distribution of agricultural and horticultural primary production in New Zealand | 1 |
I |
3 |
Y |
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| A.S. 90921 v2 Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.6 - Demonstrate knowledge of livestock management practices | 1 |
E |
5 |
Y |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 5 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 15 credits.
Agricultural Technician, Statistician, Arborist, Automotive Technician, Farmer/Farm Manager, Biosecurity Officer, Butcher, Farm Assistant, Science Technician, Crop Worker, Forest Manager, Forestry and Logging Worker, Forestry Scientist, Groundsperson, Health and Safety Adviser, Nursery Grower/Worker, Packhouse Worker