Year 10 Agriculture B

Course Description

Students consider the changes in agricultural practices over time. They analyse different methods of agricultural production in relation to benefits, risks, and opportunities. They deepen their understanding of sustainable management of the physical and biological environments and of how agriculture impacts on their lives, their communities, and the environment. Students will be involved in hands-on practicals and may also be involved with agricultural animals, learning appropriate handling, and considering health and welfare.  Students will learn and develop skills in real life problem solving, communication skills, sustainability and collaboration.

Topics may include:  

• RAS – egg laying competition
• Top Crops
• Green Revolution
• Sexual and Asexual reproduction

Assessment:  

Year 10 Agriculture assessment is based on the performance standards that are associated with the Australian Curriculum in Science. The following assessments will be undertaken:

• Practical applications – animal care and wellbeing
• Investigation tasks
• Class participation – maintaining biosecurity and work health safety standard

Additional Information

There will be subject fee of $50.00 to cover an excursion to the Royal Adelaide Show.