NCEA Level 1 Agricultural and Horticultural Science
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr C. Boyce.
Agriculture and Horticultural Science is a subject which introduces students to careers in New Zealand’s primary sector. It provides a range of pathways towards further study and/or employment.
Recommended Prior Learning
Farming experience or 10AGH would be helpful
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
• 1 x 1B8 exercise book.
• Costs associated with field trips throughout the year.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Describe weather, climate and micro-climate characteristics, and interpret weather maps for a primary industry operation
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Describe hydration, nutrition, and sleep in relation to physical well-being of primary industry workers
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.7 - Demonstrate knowledge of pasture/crop management practices
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.5 - Demonstrate knowledge of the impact on the environment of primary production management practices
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.1 - Carry out a practical agricultural or horticultural investigation
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.3 - Demonstrate knowledge of soil management practices
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.4 - Demonstrate knowledge of the geographic distribution of agricultural and horticultural primary production in New Zealand
Disclaimer
Southland Boys' High School endeavours to timetable courses depending on students' needs, interests and future plans. Many factors can influence whether a course is able to be offered in the following year. These can include:
- Student demand
- Staff availability
- Resourcing
These factors can also impact on timetabling, and as a result students will be asked for input about any clashes that may occur.
Where a course is not able to be run, students' back-up subjects will be used. If there are issues with student selections and the timetabling process, students will have the opportunity to make a decision in conjunction with staff input on the best solution.