Agricultural and Horticultural Science 2
AGH2 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ivan Davie.
PrerequisitesPassing one agricultural and horticultural science external at level 1 if currently enrolled in AGH1.
Or, passing one science external from level 1 if not currently enrolled in AGH1.
Or, permission from TIC
Level 2 achievement standards that provide an entry into New Zealand Agricultural and Horticultural Industries.
12 credits from 3 internals and 8 credits from 2 externals.
- Tauranga Boys' College Kiwifruit block.
- Brand new greenhouse with artificial heating and lighting.
- All-day industry trips.
Photo: Deer farm visit.
Total of 20 credits
Photo: LIC Hamilton visit
Photo: Embryo flushing, ewe's.
If you have further questions about the subject, please email Mr Davie [email protected]
Photo: Tauranga Boys' College Kiwifruit block.
Photo: Kiwifruit orchard.
Course Overview
Term 1
2.7 Livestock behaviour & 2.10 Environmental impact. Proposed two nights overnight trip
Term 2
2.5 Livestock Reproductive & 2.2 Physical Factors
Term 3
2.6 Livestock Growth and Development.
Term 4
Examination revision
Pathway
Agricultural & Horticultural Science 3
The horticulture and agriculture Industry needs talented people and is willing to pay for it.
The horticultural and agricultural Industry provides generous scholarships and higher education grants to support your ongoing training.
This course leads to level 2 or 3 certified courses or Level 3 Agriculture and Horticulture Science.
Nursery Grower/Worker, Packhouse Worker, Quarantine Officer, Marketing Specialist, Farm Assistant, Data Analyst, Science Technician, Communications Professional, Dairy Farmer, Crop Worker, Crop Farmer/Manager, Sales and Marketing Manager, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Agricultural Technician, Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant, Environmental Scientist, Beekeeper, Arborist, Food Technologist, Forest Manager, Forestry and Logging Worker, Landscaper, Gardener, Farmer/Farm Manager, Agricultural/Horticultural Field Representative, Groundsperson, Health and Safety Adviser, Biosecurity Officer
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery$100