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Undergraduate TAS-ZAB221-2021

Fundamental Principles of Agriculture A

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Duration

14 weeks

Study method

100% online

Available loans

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Assessments

100% online

Prior study

Not required

Study terms

  • 22 Feb 2021
UTAS
Australia’s fourth oldest university, the University of Tasmania, is highly regarded internationally for teaching and academic excellence. The university offers more than 100 undergraduate degrees and more than 50 postgraduate programs across a range of disciplines. The university offers students a diverse range of opportunities, the chance to learn from leading experts, and excellent preparation for their future careers.

QS RANKING 2021

19

Times Higher Education Ranking 2021

25

  • 2021

Subject details

What you'll learn

Upon completing this subject, the student should be able to:

  1. Define and describe key components of agricultural production systems
  2. Apply knowledge to explain the processes and interactions among the components of agricultural production systems
  3. Analyse and evaluate practical management approaches for agricultural production systems
  4. Evaluate and communicate practical application of key concepts to agricultural production systems
Topics covered
    • Overview of unit and introduction to agricultural production systems
    • Biogeochemical cycles
    • Energy flows, food chains, food webs and trophic levels
    • Photosynthesis, respiration, nutrient flows and plant growth
    • Microorganisms
    • Agricultural production systems
Entry requirements

No eligibility requirements

Special requirements

No special requirements

Description

This subject will provide you with an understanding of biological, geological, chemical and physical processes, in an agricultural context (commercial food and fibre productions systems). Processes explored will include biogeochemical cycles, photosynthesis, respiration, energy flows and transfer of nutrients. You will learn about the roles and interactions of living organisms and non-living components of agricultural production systems. You will have the opportunity to explore agricultural production systems and processes through practical experiences, tutorials and workshops.

This subject also builds on concepts of learning through practice from Year 1 by introducing you to more complex learning experiences including:

  • discipline-based skills and knowledge in dynamic practice situations. This will include authentic and purposeful, industry-related experiences
  • concepts of managing effective relationships and communicating with others
  • the development and use of adaptive leadership skills and how these skills relate to innovative and entrepreneurial practice
  • the nature of responsible, accountable and reflective workplace skills, and creative and critical thinking relevant to para-professional practice.

You will exercise self-awareness, initiative and judgement to manage yourself and professional relationships effectively. The application of tacit knowledge and capabilities will be reflected in a Practice Manual

Assessments

  • Hydrological cycle graphic (20%)
  • Industry engagement report (30%)
  • Case Study Report (50%)
Textbooks

Check the learning management system (LMS) of your university for textbook details.

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