NCEA Level 1 Agriculture
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr D. Grace.
This course develops students’ knowledge of primary production practices in New Zealand and the impact on our environment.
Students will study aspects of livestock and soil management which will include opportunities to develop particular practical farming skills. Students also explore the reasons for the location of New Zealand's primary industries and the importance behind environmentally sustainable farming practices.
Topics Covered
- Livestock life processes and management practices
- Geographic distribution of primary production in New Zealand
- Develop practical skills used in agricultural production
- Understand how soil properties are managed in primary production systems
- Sustainability considerations that influence primary production management practices
Wairarapa College Farm 2021 - Ewes and lambs on chicory after docking
Recommended Prior Learning
It would be beneficial if the student has completed several of the Agricultural courses offered in the Junior Curriculum.
- Practical Agriculture
- Happy, Healthy Livestock
- Grow Local, Sell Global
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
2B8 Hard cover notebook and device.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of how a life process is managed in a primary production system
NZQA Info
Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of factors that influence the purpose and location of primary production
NZQA Info
Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of how soil properties are managed in a primary production system
Disclaimer
COURSE COSTS AND STANDARDS MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE