Module Outline
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Soils and Watering
Soils and Watering
Module
National Code
State Code
46212
46212
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/04/1994
Field of Education
010709 - Soil Science
Nominal Hours
34
Description
Students should be able to:
-identify soils suitable for horticulture
-improve soil for growing plants
-identify common fertilisers
-explain the reasons for watering
-maintain an irrigation system
-set up a simple program and operate it.
-identify soils suitable for horticulture
-improve soil for growing plants
-identify common fertilisers
-explain the reasons for watering
-maintain an irrigation system
-set up a simple program and operate it.
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Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 100%
The learner is required to demonstrate competency in each of the learning
outcomes in line with the assessment method shown.
This subject is to be assessed internally using competence as a measure of
student achievement.
Assessment will be based on:
-workbook exercises
-practical exercises working with soils
-practical exercises working with irrigation equipment
-short answer/oral tests.
The learner is required to demonstrate competency in each of the learning
outcomes in line with the assessment method shown.
This subject is to be assessed internally using competence as a measure of
student achievement.
Assessment will be based on:
-workbook exercises
-practical exercises working with soils
-practical exercises working with irrigation equipment
-short answer/oral tests.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4077 | Horticultural Practice (Amenity) | Accredited course | |
| 4081 | Course In Horticultural Production Skills | Accredited course | |
| 4091 | Certificate I in Horticultural Skills | Accredited course | |
| 0958 | 4756 | Certificate I in Industrial Skills | Accredited course |
| 3425 | Intensive Horticulture | Accredited course | |
| 4053 | 12398WA | Certificate II in Landscaping | Accredited course |
| 4052 | Certificate I in Landscaping | Accredited course |