Year 12 Plant and Animal Science
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms A. Garmey.
Course Description: This course continues to investigate plant and animal production including how production is maximised in a commercial setting.
Topics may include (depending on student interest):
Practical Agriculture/Horticulture Investigations
Advanced Plant Propagation (Growing new plants)
Animal Reproduction techniques
Animal Growth and Development
Environmental Impact of Primary Production
Landscape Design
Assessment: Achievement Standards, up to 20 credits.
Prerequisites: Students MUST have an interest in growing plants, gardening and a positive attitude.
This course leads to: Level 3 Horticulture if 40 credits in any Level 2 subjects are achieved.
Recommended Prior Learning
Students MUST have an interest in growing plants, gardening and a positive attitude.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Total Credits Available: 24 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 20 credits.
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Disclaimer
Courses offered will be subject to sufficient students taking them up and are not necessarily guaranteed to run.