Level 2 Innovative Horticulture
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs H. Johnson.
This is a modular personalised course to suit each student’s needs. The student chooses their subjects, with advice from teachers as appropriate.
Students may take Achievement Standards or Unit Standards or both. They choose which standards they would like to do.
A typical personalised programme will be made up of 16-20 credits.
Students must be able to manage an independent course of learning and take responsibility for themselves.
Recommended Prior Learning
Level 1 Innovative Horticulture Achievement Standards or Unit Standards *OR* some Level 1 Standards in Business Studies, Science or Social Sciences. This depends on which subjects you choose. Please consult with the Innovative Horticulture Manager.
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
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Demonstrate knowledge of plant nomenclature
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Describe nursery growing media and soils
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Demonstrate knowledge of quality control systems in production horticulture
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Demonstrate knowledge of irrigation systems used in horticulture
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Demonstrate knowledge of factors which influence plant growth
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Grow and pot up plants from stem cuttings
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Control weeds by physical means using appropriate equipment
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Identify a range of plants by botanical and common name, and their basic features
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Prick-out seedlings or rooted cuttings, transplant, and pot-on young plants into containers
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Sow seeds and monitor germination and emergence
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Education for Sustainability 2.2 - Explain how human activity in a biophysical environment has consequences for a sustainable future
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Business Studies 2.4 - Conduct market research for a new or existing product
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Biology 2.2 - Analyse the biological validity of information presented to the public
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Biology 2.8 - Investigate biological material at the microscopic level
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 2.1 - Carry out an extended practical agricultural or horticultural investigation
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of techniques used to modify physical factors of the environment for NZ plant production
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of advanced plant propagation techniques used for commercial production in New Zealand
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of how management practices influence plant growth and development in NZ commercial production
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 2.8 - Produce a landscape plan
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 2.10 - Report on the environmental impact of the production of a locally produced primary product
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Accounting 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of a contemporary accounting issue for decision-making
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Agribusiness 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of future proofing influences that affect business viability
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Agribusiness 2.8 - Conduct an inquiry into the use of organisms to meet future needs
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Agribusiness 2.9 - Demonstrate understanding of a primary industry business structure that best meets the strategic needs of a business
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Agribusiness 2.10 - Demonstrate understanding of cash flow forecasting for a business
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Digital Technologies and Hangarau Matihiko 2.5 - Use advanced techniques to develop an electronics outcome
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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.