Module Outline
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Plant Mechanic (Agric) App 3b
Plant Mechanic (Agric) App 3b
Module
National Code
State Code
87242
87242
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
Nominal Hours
136
Description
To teach the principles of operation, causes of
faults, testing and diagnostic skills related to
components and assemblies of typical agricultural
plant. Communication skills required in the work environment are
included.
To provide practical skill development to supplement
employer training.
faults, testing and diagnostic skills related to
components and assemblies of typical agricultural
plant. Communication skills required in the work environment are
included.
To provide practical skill development to supplement
employer training.
No information
Evidence Guide
One two-hour examination 80%
Three assignments 20%
Practical Assessment 100%
Examination will consist of one paper, at the
completion of the three-week block of training.
The examination is to be of two hours' duration, and
will comprise of:
Thirty objective type questions 30 marks
Fourteen short essay type questions 70 marks
Practical
The practical mark is to be an assessment of the student's attitude,
involvement, and interest, displayed in theory, demonstration, and practical
sessions, throughout each stage of training, and is to be expressed as a
percentage.
NOTE: Practical objectives throughout this syllabus, indicate the tasks
which will be carried out during practical training sessions. It is not
intended that all students be individually assessed in each practical objective.
Formula - Exam mark is to be the
certificate percentage mark.
Certificate of Trade Studies
To be eligible for this certificate, an apprentice
must reach a pass standard in the certificate
percentage for each stage, and must have passed the
practical assessment for each stage.
A failure to reach a pass standard in the
certificate percentage in this stage, may be
redeemed by a pass in a Privileged Examination.
Supplementary Examination - may be granted
on the recommendation of a Board of Review, when the
practical assessment is satisfactory.
The supplementary examination will be conducted in
the January/February of the following year.
The examination will consist of one paper of two
hours' duration, and will comprise of:
Thirty multi-choice type questions 30%
Fourteen essay type questions 70%
Students granted Supplementary Examination, will not
be required to repeat the three-week period of
training.
Three assignments 20%
Practical Assessment 100%
Examination will consist of one paper, at the
completion of the three-week block of training.
The examination is to be of two hours' duration, and
will comprise of:
Thirty objective type questions 30 marks
Fourteen short essay type questions 70 marks
Practical
The practical mark is to be an assessment of the student's attitude,
involvement, and interest, displayed in theory, demonstration, and practical
sessions, throughout each stage of training, and is to be expressed as a
percentage.
NOTE: Practical objectives throughout this syllabus, indicate the tasks
which will be carried out during practical training sessions. It is not
intended that all students be individually assessed in each practical objective.
Formula - Exam mark is to be the
certificate percentage mark.
Certificate of Trade Studies
To be eligible for this certificate, an apprentice
must reach a pass standard in the certificate
percentage for each stage, and must have passed the
practical assessment for each stage.
A failure to reach a pass standard in the
certificate percentage in this stage, may be
redeemed by a pass in a Privileged Examination.
Supplementary Examination - may be granted
on the recommendation of a Board of Review, when the
practical assessment is satisfactory.
The supplementary examination will be conducted in
the January/February of the following year.
The examination will consist of one paper of two
hours' duration, and will comprise of:
Thirty multi-choice type questions 30%
Fourteen essay type questions 70%
Students granted Supplementary Examination, will not
be required to repeat the three-week period of
training.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1157 | Plant Mechanic (Agricultural) | Accredited course |