Stage 1 Agriculture
Year 11 Agriculture A
Subject Overview
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 their lives, their communities, and the environment. Agriculture encompasses the primary industries and includes enterprises such as livestock (for fibre, meat, milk and egg production) cropping, horticulture, viticulture and aquaculture.
Topics may include
- Plant Experiment Trials
- Animal Health
- Bee Nutrition
- Animal Pests and Diseases
- Principles of Agriculture
Students explore the scientific principles of plant and animal production and investigate the structures and functions of agricultural plants and animals, to extend their understanding and application of the requirements for plant animal and growth.
Assessment:
The following assessment types enable students to demonstrate their learning in Stage 1 Agriculture:
Assessment Type 1: Agricultural Reports
- At least one practical report
- One report with a focus on science as a human endeavour
Assessment Type 2: Applications
- At least one application task
Additional Information
There is an additional cost of $40.00 to cover the cost of an excursion.
Year 11 Agriculture B
Subject Overview
In this course, 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 their lives, their communities, and the environment. Agriculture encompasses the primary industries and includes enterprises such as livestock (for fibre, meat, milk and egg production) cropping, horticulture, viticulture and aquaculture.
Topics may include
- Plant Practical Design Investigation
- Reproductive Technologies
- Viticulture – Pruning
- Viticulture Pests and Diseases
Principles of Agriculture
Students explore the scientific principles of plant and animal production and investigate the structures and functions of agricultural plants and animals, to extend their understanding and application of the requirements for plant animal and growth.
Assessment:
Assessment Type 1: Agricultural Reports
- At least one practical report
- One report with a focus on science as a human endeavour
Assessment Type 2: Applications
- At least one application task
Additional Information
There is an additional cost of $30.00 to cover the cost of an excursion.
