Level 3 - Primary Industries
Course Description
As part of the application process, you must fill in this form. Your place on the course will be confirmed at the start of 2024.
New Zealand primary industries are continually seeking youth that have experience and understanding in the practical skills associated with agricultural and horticultural concepts. Employment shortages in these industries are a real issue and are often associated with why businesses are successful or not. Post-school pathways in these industries are always being critiqued, reviewed and improved to entice people into relevant industries of interest. Being such an integral part of our economy the New Zealand primary industries offer many opportunities for the practical-based learner, offering hands-on approaches to learning skills and supporting pathways into management and leadership.
This course is designed for students who intend to go into practical based primary industries when leaving school, not necessarily tertiary education. It is a unit standard based course so does not count towards university entrance, however students will gain credits towards NCEA Level 3. Units of work include animal anatomy and physiology, farm working dogs, honey bees and livestock reproductive processes. Extensive use is made of Owl Farm to support student learning.
Course objectives:
- To learn practical skills associated with agriculture and other primary industries
- To provide students an opportunity to gain Level 3 NCEA internally assessed unit standards credits
- To provide a pathway for students who enjoy practical learning
Pre-requisites
There are no pre-requisites for this course.
Course Specific Costs
$80 (approximately) - consumables
$250 - optional additional courses (chain saw, forklift, tractor)
Pathway
Level 3 primary industries prepares students for employment or further study within agriculture and horticulture industries. It is highly recommended for students wishing to pursue a career in these field but would prefer an option that is more practically oriented than Level 3 NCEA agricultural and horticultural science.
Assessment Information
These standards are subject to change based on student interest, expiration of standards and accreditation.Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of animal anatomy and physiology
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Describe electric fencing components and systems
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Describe the types, breeds, uses, and health requirements of farm dogs
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Describe cattle genetics and selection
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Identify and describe weeds, and methods of prevention and control
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Describe livestock reproductive processes and practices
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Demonstrate knowledge of bees, the bee life cycle and adult bee behaviour patterns
Disclaimer
Specific course content may change from what has been advertised in order to remain current and meet students' needs.
The school has the right to make the best decision based on both staffing, and overall student interest, when preparing the final timetable.