AHT101 Professional Experience in Agriculture and Horticulture (8)
This subject aims to prepare students for studying agriculture and horticulture at the University level. It is designed to provide a big picture understanding of agriculture and horticulture (within a national and international context) focussing on production, environmental, economic and social elements. Throughout this subject students will be supported to improve skills in information and computer literacy, critical thinking, scientific writing, referencing, note-taking and maths skills. This subject introduces basic concepts in animal production and, through practical sessions, will begin to develop skills in safe handling of large animals. Another focus of this subject is to provide introductory training in meteorology and climatology to ensure students develop an appreciation for how climate influences agricultural and horticultural production in Australia. A program of work experience is associated with this subject and requires students to complete a minimum of 8 weeks work
experience across both primary and secondary industries and undertake self-led skills enhancement.