Level 1 Farming - Semester A

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms G. Bundle

This programme gives students the opportunity to begin their tertiary education in agriculture while still at school. Students will be off site one day per week on a farm with a tutor from the Primary Industry Training Organisation
Students must be self-motivated to catch up on work missed while off campus.

This is a "FULL YEAR" course. Students must take "Semester A and B"

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Wet weather gear, steel cap boots.

Recommended Prior Learning

Agricultural interest, working with animals, practical, being able to work outdoors.
Students MUST be motivated to complete the requirements and be of a mature nature to take on responsibilities of working on a farm.
Selection panel interview and taster day.

Credit Information

Assessment	Level	Internal or External	Credits	L1 Literacy Credits	UE Literacy Credits	Numeracy Credits
U.S. 561 v5 Install, dismantle, and store temporary electric fences	2	I	2
U.S. 19053 v4 Operate a motorcycle on flat terrain in the workplace under close supervision	2	I	3
U.S. 19114 v3 Assist with handling and treatment of livestock	2	I	6
U.S. 23540 v2 Demonstrate knowledge of hazards, hazard control, and the consequences of injury in a rural workplace	2	I	5
U.S. 24555 v3 Demonstrate knowledge of the safe operation of a motorcycle	2	I	3
U.S. 28924 v2 Assist with supplying water to livestock in a pastoral livestock workplace	3	I	5
Total Credits			24	0	0	0

Total Credits Available: 24 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 24 credits.

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 2021.