NCEA Level 1 AgHort Management
AGR103 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: J. List.
Recommended Prior LearningThrough interview with Primary Industry Training Organisation Staff member and Agriculture Department staff.
This subject takes up 2 columns on the timetable (count for 2 subjects) and is designed for those students who wish to work in the primary industry sector on leaving school.
Content/Skills:
- Soils;
- Pastures/crops;
- Livestock production;
- Practical skills; and
- Environmental impact.
This subject will lead to a UE approved subject.
Field Trips:
Two days on practical skills.
There may also be the opportunity for some students to do a two-day course on farm bike use and safety, which is worth extra unit standard credits.
Faculties:
Career Pathways
Aeroplane Pilot, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant, Beekeeper, Aquaculture Farmer, Marine Biologist, Farmer/Farm Manager, Deckhand, Fishing Skipper, Farm Assistant, Diver, Dairy Farmer, Crop Worker, Crop Farmer/Manager, Fencer, Wool Classer, Forest Manager, Forestry and Logging Worker, Hunter/Trapper, Agricultural/Horticultural Field Representative
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryThis course is funded by the Primary Industry Training Organisation. However, each student will need to provide a 1B8 exercise book for recording information.