Level 1 Innovative Horticulture
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs H. Johnson.
This is a modular personalised course to suit each student’s needs. The students choose their topics of study. There are also many choices within each topic. Students can choose from practical or academic standards or a combination. Students should aim to achieve 16-20 credits.
Students must be able to manage an independent course of learning and take responsibility for themselves.
Recommended Prior Learning
None necessary. However, the modular nature of these courses requires you to be able to work independently so self-management and a responsible attitude are essential.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Field trips, if any, depend on subjects chosen. Allow up to $30.
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
Prepare and sow outdoor seedbeds manually
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Identify containers, materials, plants, and tools used in plant propagation
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Grow and maintain plants in containers from seed
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Science 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of a science-informed response to a local issue
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Science 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the use of a range of scientific investigative approaches in a context
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of how a life process is managed in a primary production system
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of factors that influence the purpose and location of primary production
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of how soil properties are managed in a primary production system
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of environmental sustainability in primary production management practices
Pathway Tags
Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant, Beekeeper, Arborist, Farmer/Farm Manager, Biosecurity Officer, Crop Worker, Crop Farmer/Manager, Forest Manager, Forestry and Logging Worker, Forestry Scientist, Landscaper, Groundsperson, Nursery Grower/Worker, Packhouse Worker, Quarantine Officer, Orchard Farmer/Manager,
Disclaimer
Course selection will depend on the option lines and student numbers. There is no guarantee that the courses you select now will all be available for you in 2024.