Year 10 Agriculture
AGRICULTURE
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
This course continues the development of skills and exposure to the wide range of learning experiences undertaken in Years 8 and 9. Students will gain an understanding of plant and animal studies in agriculture and the environment, through the Wetlands. Students will study a range of topics, both in theory and practical lessons.
Content
Assessment Components
SEMESTER COURSE
Course Description
This course continues the development of skills and exposure to the wide range of learning experiences undertaken in Years 8 and 9. Students will gain an understanding of plant and animal studies in agriculture and the environment, through the Wetlands. Students will study a range of topics, both in theory and practical lessons.
Content
- Scientific Investigation (wetlands/landcare)
- Animal Studies (sheep or cattle)
- Plant Studies (wine making/fruit trees)
- Aquaculture
- Agricultural Pathways/Careers
Assessment Components
- Wetlands Scientific Investigation (report/multimedia presentation)
- Practical
- Tests
- Assignments
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION
SEMESTER COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 9 Agriculture
Course Description
This semester length subject focuses on understanding how the growth of all plants and animals can be determined by considering the influences of nutrition, management, diseases, environment and breeding. These factors will be discussed in theory, in animal and plant trials and in practical work. Students will also have the opportunity to study how these five factors will affect the growth and production of an animal of their own choice. This individual work will be undertaken in the form of selecting and reviewing articles.
Content
Assessment Components
SEMESTER COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 9 Agriculture
Course Description
This semester length subject focuses on understanding how the growth of all plants and animals can be determined by considering the influences of nutrition, management, diseases, environment and breeding. These factors will be discussed in theory, in animal and plant trials and in practical work. Students will also have the opportunity to study how these five factors will affect the growth and production of an animal of their own choice. This individual work will be undertaken in the form of selecting and reviewing articles.
Content
- Factors affecting animal and plant production
- Collecting, recording and interpreting data to do with the growth of plants and animals, examples: vegetables, steers and ewes or rams.
- Practical skill development such as vaccinating, drenching, growing plants
- Individual research and reporting in an area of own choice
Assessment Components
- Trial reports
- Participation in practical work
- Written test
- Major assignment in area of own choice
ANIMAL SCIENCE 1
SEMESTER COURSE - STAGE 1 10 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Minimum B grade in Year 9 Agriculture.
Course Description
Students will develop knowledge and skills in animal management and production, with a strong emphasis on principles and science.
Content
Assessment Components
Additional Information
Students are able to choose the subject at either Year 10 or 11.
SEMESTER COURSE - STAGE 1 10 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Minimum B grade in Year 9 Agriculture.
Course Description
Students will develop knowledge and skills in animal management and production, with a strong emphasis on principles and science.
Content
- Animal Anatomy
- Animal Physiology
- Animal Health
- Nutrition and Digestion
Assessment Components
- Agricultural Reports
- Application Tasks
Additional Information
Students are able to choose the subject at either Year 10 or 11.
AQUACULTURE
SEMESTER COURSE - STAGE 1 10 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Pass in Year 9 Agriculture.
Course Description
Students will have the opportunity to work within a small group of students to conduct their own project or investigation into a suitable freshwater species. Typical projects have included: fish breeding, crustacean breeding, plant propagation and displaying of native species, and maintaining the Purple Spotted Gudgeon breeding programme. Students will also develop their knowledge of nutrient recycling and its implications in managing fish. Students will spend time gaining a better understanding of marine aquaculture enterprises in South Australia as well as the biology of selected species.
Content
Assessment Components
Additional Information
Students are able to choose this subject at either Year 10 or Stage 1.
SEMESTER COURSE - STAGE 1 10 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Pass in Year 9 Agriculture.
Course Description
Students will have the opportunity to work within a small group of students to conduct their own project or investigation into a suitable freshwater species. Typical projects have included: fish breeding, crustacean breeding, plant propagation and displaying of native species, and maintaining the Purple Spotted Gudgeon breeding programme. Students will also develop their knowledge of nutrient recycling and its implications in managing fish. Students will spend time gaining a better understanding of marine aquaculture enterprises in South Australia as well as the biology of selected species.
Content
- Intensive Recirculation Systems
- Experimental Design
- Marine Aquaculture
Assessment Components
- Agricultural Reports
- Application Tasks
Additional Information
Students are able to choose this subject at either Year 10 or Stage 1.
BEE KEEPING & AGRIBUSINESS
SEMESTER COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 9 Agriculture.
Course Description
This course is designed for students that have a passion for becoming a registered Bee Keeper in South Australia and operating a small agribusiness by value adding agricultural products. Seasonal apiary management and supporting the sales of school horticultural products such as olives and macadamia nuts will be the focus of practical lessons. Students will need to manage their own agribusiness and sell their products at one or more monthly Barn markets or negotiated market venues.
Content
Assessment Components
Additional Information
Students will market their products through the Urrbrae Barn Market.
SEMESTER COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 9 Agriculture.
Course Description
This course is designed for students that have a passion for becoming a registered Bee Keeper in South Australia and operating a small agribusiness by value adding agricultural products. Seasonal apiary management and supporting the sales of school horticultural products such as olives and macadamia nuts will be the focus of practical lessons. Students will need to manage their own agribusiness and sell their products at one or more monthly Barn markets or negotiated market venues.
Content
- How to register as a bee keeper in South Australia.
- Researching value-added products.
- Setting up a business proposal and projected budget.
- Advertising and marketing.
Assessment Components
- Business plan proposal 15%
- Working effectively in an enterprise group 15%
- Actual cash flow budget and profit statement 20%
- Evaluation of small business presentation 20%
- Practical skills in apiary management 20%
- Apiary management test 10%
Additional Information
Students will market their products through the Urrbrae Barn Market.
INTRODUCTION TO WINE MAKING & VITICULTURE
SEMESTER COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 9 Agriculture.
Course Description
Students will have the opportunity to develop and extend the principles which underpin successful growth of grapevines and wine making process. This subject has a focus on winemaking theory, basic viticulture yearly calendar and large group wine making. Students will also learn the practical skills associated with viticulture and wine making. With parental consent, students will have the opportunity to help produce and taste wine, using grapes from the school’s vineyard.
Content
Assessment Components
SEMESTER COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 9 Agriculture.
Course Description
Students will have the opportunity to develop and extend the principles which underpin successful growth of grapevines and wine making process. This subject has a focus on winemaking theory, basic viticulture yearly calendar and large group wine making. Students will also learn the practical skills associated with viticulture and wine making. With parental consent, students will have the opportunity to help produce and taste wine, using grapes from the school’s vineyard.
Content
- Basic Viticulture Yearly Calendar
- Wine making theory
- Wine making sequence
- Large group wine making
- Wine Styles
Assessment Components
- Practical Journal
- Viticulture practical
- Grape Varietal/ Wine Style Investigation
- Test
RURAL SKILLS
SEMESTER COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Students should have a genuine interest in developing knowledge and skills in practical agriculture and horticulture.
Course Description
Students will develop a range of rural skills and gain the knowledge and understanding associated with these skills.
Content
Assessment Components
SEMESTER COURSE
Assumed Knowledge
Students should have a genuine interest in developing knowledge and skills in practical agriculture and horticulture.
Course Description
Students will develop a range of rural skills and gain the knowledge and understanding associated with these skills.
Content
- Rural Safety
- Livestock and Horticulture Skills
- Machinery Operation and Maintenance
- Fencing
Assessment Components
- Knowledge and understanding demonstrated through written tasks
- Practical skills assessment