Overview
Availability
Years 9-10
Qualification
RoSA
The study of Agricultural Technology provides students with opportunities to experience aspects of an agricultural lifestyle through direct contact with plants and animals. The study of a variety of enterprises allows students to make responsible decisions about the appropriate use of agricultural technologies. Students explore career opportunities in agriculture and related service industries, and investigate the viability of Australian agriculture through management of issues relating to the sustainability of agricultural systems, as well as the relationships between production, processing and consumption.
Topics
Students undertaking the 100-hour course will complete:
- Introduction to Agriculture, AND
- Plant Production 1, AND
- Animal Production 1.
Students undertaking the 200-hour course will complete the above listed areas of study, alongside:
- Agricultural Systems and Management, AND
- Plant Production 2, and/or
- Animal Production 2.
Agricultural Enterprises
- Sydney Royal Easter Show—Poultry Competition and possibility of junior judging
- South Coast Steer Spectacular—Hoof and Hook Competition and junior judging
- Berridale Merino Ewe Competition and Cooma Wool Brokers
- Aquaculture—Wheeler’s Oyster Farm and Gaden Trout Hatchery
- Batlow Orchard
- Bombala/Tumut Nursery and Forestry Commission
- Local property
Course Highlights
The content of Agricultural Technology integrates the study of interactions, management and sustainability within the context of agricultural enterprises.
These enterprises are characterised by the production and sale or exchange of agricultural goods or services, focusing on plants, animals or integrated plant/animal systems. The local environment will be considered when selecting enterprises to be studied.
Students will undertake a range of practical experiences related to the chosen enterprises, including fieldwork, small plot activities, laboratory work, and visits to commercial farms and other parts of the production and marketing chain.
The study of Agricultural Technology provides opportunities for students to learn about work health and safety issues, and develop skills in designing investigating and managing farms.