NCEA Level 2 Practical Agriculture & Horticultural Science
Although this years timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place next year.
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs H. McKoy.
Practical Agriculture & Horticultural Science
This course is largely practical. Onsite, students will keep a garden plot and will develop a range of practical skills while caring for poultry and fish. They will learn how to document their work, and how to analyse the results of their investigations. There will also be opportunities to go on specialised courses to gain credits in practical skills not possible to offer at school. For example, small motor maintenance, driving ATVs and fencing. Please note: this course is not a prerequisite for the 13AGH course.
Prior Learning
Prerequisites: Proven self-management ability, on the recommendation of your previous teachers. Trustworthiness is essential as caring for animals is a large part of this course.
Preference will be given to students who do not gain the pre-requisites required for other Level 2 or 3 Science subjects.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
$10 for consumable products
Pathway
This course will give skills useful in any career needing practical ability, particularly those associated with the primary industries. Current year 11 and 12 students may apply, but preference will be given to students who do not gain the pre-requisites required for other Level 2 or 3 Science subjects.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Total Credits Available: 32 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 32 credits.
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Disclaimer
Your selection does not guarantee course placement. Course costs and standards listed may vary.