TRAINING AND ASSESSMENT STRATEGY AHC20110 Certificate II Agriculture

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1 Name of RTO Toowoomba State High School Training Package Where to find Training Package Qualification Units of competency Code: AHC10 Title: Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Version: 1 Go to details of certificate packaging rules are available from NTIS: Download Training Package from NTIS: National qualification code: AHC20110 Title: Certificate II Agriculture Packaging rules: Students must successfully complete the 2 core units plus 15 units (17 total) from the following list: National code Unit of competency title Core / Pathway / Specialisation/ Elective / etc AHCOHS201A Participate in OHS processes Core AHCWRK209A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices Core AHCWRK204A Work effectively in the industry Elective AHCWRK205A Participate in workplace communications Elective AHCCHM303A Prepare and apply chemicals Elective AHCLSK316A Prepare livestock for competition Elective AHCLSK205A Handle livestock using basic techniques Elective AHCLSK202A Care for health and welfare of livestock Elective AHCLSK206A Identify and mark livestock Elective AHCLSK211A Provide feed for livestock Elective Page 1 of 16

2 AHCPMG201A Treat weeds Elective AHCWRK201A Observe and report on weather Elective AHCWRK207A Collect and record production data Elective AHCBAC201A Assist agricultural crop Elective AHCBAC202A Assist agricultural crop maintenance Elective AHCBAC302A Establish pastures and crops for livestock production Elective AHCMOM203A Operate basic machinery and equipment Elective Clients This qualification is designed for people seeking a pathway into rural, agricultural and agribusiness industries The qualification is targeted at: school students in Years 11 and 12 Training and assessment arrangements Duration The expected completion time is 2 semesters / 171 hours (Based on Yr11 attendance). With Training Packages, assessment and training may be conducted at the workplace, off-the-job, at a training organisation, during regular work, or through work experience, work placement, work simulation or any combination of these. Organisation The program will be delivered through students receiving theory and practical training on site in a real working property situation. Students will undertake class assignments and practical activities to demonstrate their course competencies. A range of teaching and learning strategies will be provided for students to deliver the competencies. These include: classroom theory and ICT-based learning practical tasks group work simulated work activities industry spokespeople and demonstrations class excursions to industry sites Page 2 of 16

3 Training and assessment arrangements (continued) Course structure Term / Semester Topic / Theme / Guidelines Units of competency Term 1 Semester 1 Welcome to the Rural Industry. Theory and prac work in the following: Explanation of the Rural Industries Local intensive agriculture Broad acre cropping, livestock, horticulture. Rural Industry support structures businesses, finance, trades, careers. Available careers and work/skills I will need Work/Employer expectations WH&S/Animal Ethics and Animal Safety Procedures Agricultural Software Introductory prac tasks at Ag Centre. Implications of weather in agriculture and collection of weather data (Phoenix software). Begin fitting livestock for Ag Centre clients. Guest speakers AHCOHS201A - Participate in OHS processes AHCWRK209A - Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices AHCWRK204A - Work effectively in the industry AHCWRK205A - Participate in workplace communications AHCLSK316A - Prepare livestock for competition AHCLSK205A - Handle livestock using basic techniques AHCLSK202A - Care for health and welfare of livestock AHCLSK211A - Provide feed for livestock Page 3 of 16

4 Term 2 Semester 1 Crop Establishment and Maintenance: Theory and prac work in the following: Summer and Winter cropping, markets and end users. Farm machinery and equipment for the broad acre enterprise. Tractor operation safety, appropriate choice and usage, maintenance. Farm implement design, safety and maintenance. Tillage operations Conservation tillage (Zero and Min till). Ground preparation to harvest all activities with growing and maintaining summer and winter crops. Broad acre farm planning (Phoenix). Technology in agriculture (cropping) Phoenix software and contributing applications. Collection of weather data (Phoenix and Assessment) Livestock training/preparation (show team). Guest speakers AHCOHS201A - Participate in OHS processes AHCWRK209A - Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices AHCWRK204A - Work effectively in the industry AHCWRK205A - Participate in workplace communications AHCLSK316A - Prepare livestock for competition AHCLSK205A - Handle livestock using basic techniques AHCLSK202A - Care for health and welfare of livestock AHCLSK211A - Provide feed for livestock AHCPMG201A - Treat weeds AHCWRK201A - Observe and report on weather AHCWRK207A - Collect and record production data AHCBAC201A - Assist agricultural crop AHCBAC202A - Assist agricultural crop maintenance AHCBAC302A - Establish pastures and crops for livestock production AHCMOM203A - Operate basic machinery and equipment Page 4 of 16

5 Term 3 Semester 2 Intensive Livestock Industries (Cattle) Theory and prac work in the following: Feedlots, Studs and commercial operations. Livestock handling fundamentals and safety. Breed recognition. Conformation and temperament. Teamwork and communication when handling livestock. Livestock handling equipment. Milling and feeding techniques/equipment. Livestock health, disease control and procedures. Animal health chemicals (restricted application) Feeding livestock Cattle nutrition pasture/feedlot Technology in agriculture (livestock) Phoenix software and contributing applications. Livestock property planning (Phoenix). Livestock training/preparation (show team). AHCOHS201A - Participate in OHS processes AHCWRK209A - Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices AHCWRK204A - Work effectively in the industry AHCWRK205A - Participate in workplace communications AHCLSK316A - Prepare livestock for competition AHCLSK205A - Handle livestock using basic techniques AHCLSK202A - Care for health and welfare of livestock AHCLSK211A - Provide feed for livestock AHCWRK207A - Collect and record production data AHCMOM203A - Operate basic machinery and equipment Page 5 of 16

6 Term 4 Semester 2 (Shortest Term) Preparing for my Ag Career Theory and prac work in the following: Application and resume writing. Interview processes and techniques. Characteristics of a successful employee. Group project - Students will be involved in and assessed on each a major Cropping and Livestock project. General farm work and property maintenance. Livestock training/preparation (show team) prep of new season cattle. AHCOHS201A - Participate in OHS processes AHCWRK209A - Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices AHCWRK204A - Work effectively in the industry AHCWRK205A - Participate in workplace communications AHCLSK316A - Prepare livestock for competition AHCLSK205A - Handle livestock using basic techniques AHCLSK202A - Care for health and welfare of livestock AHCLSK211A - Provide feed for livestock AHCPMG201A - Treat weeds AHCWRK201A - Observe and report on weather AHCWRK207A - Collect and record production data AHCBAC201A - Assist agricultural crop AHCBAC202A - Assist agricultural crop maintenance AHCBAC302A - Establish pastures and crops for livestock production AHCMOM203A - Operate basic machinery and equipment Page 6 of 16

7 Training and assessment arrangements (continued) Formative assessment evidence-gathering techniques The following matrix identifies the type of evidence that will be collected towards competency and to enable judgments to be made about student s competency in each unit Unit of competency A B C D E F G H I AHCOHS201A Participate in OHS processes AHCWRK209A Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices AHCWRK204A Work effectively in the industry AHCWRK205A Participate in workplace communications AHCCHM303A Prepare and apply chemicals AHCLSK316A Prepare livestock for competition AHCLSK205A Handle livestock using basic techniques AHCLSK202A Handle livestock using basic techniques AHCLSK206A Identify and mark livestock Page 7 of 16

8 AHCLSK211A Provide feed for livestock AHCPMG201A Treat weeds AHCWRK201A Observe and report on weather AHCWRK207A Collect and record production data AHCBAC201A Assist agricultural crop AHCBAC202A Assist agricultural crop maintenance AHCBAC302A Establish pastures and crops for livestock production AHCMOM203A Operate basic machinery and equipment A Observation checklist B Scenarios/Problem Solving C Integrated project D Practical tasks E Teacher Questioning F Observations with checklists and self assessment G Written Assessment (Worksheets and simple responses) H Diary/Journals I Oral presentation/spoken task Page 8 of 16

9 Training and assessment staff (indicate for each unit of competency the staff involved in delivery, and identify if this is being delivered by one person, or in a team approach) Units of competency Training arrangements Technical Advisor Training & assessment staff Qualified Assessor AHCOHS201A All classes are trained and N/A assessed by G Priebe and J AHCWRK209A Pitts. The Cert II N/A Rural Operations class will AHCWRK204A primarily use one N/A teacher all year, however staffing issues could AHCWRK205A require each N/A nominated teacher to take a AHCCHM303A term/semester N/A depending on the situation. Qualified Trainer AHCLSK316A N/A AHCLSK205A N/A AHCLSK202A N/A AHCLSK206A N/A AHCLSK211A N/A AHCPMG201A N/A AHCWRK201A N/A Page 9 of 16

10 AHCWRK207A N/A AHCBAC201A N/A AHCBAC202A N/A AHCBAC302A N/A AHCMOM203A N/A N/A Assessment validation process Consultation with industry The processes used to validate assessment in this course are: Training and assessment strategies and assessment items are reviewed annually by industry personnel as well as other trainers and assessors and comments for continual improvements are noted below. Validation by industry A review is conducted yearly with industry representatives to check that standards expected of students are consistent with current industry practice. Date of review Enterprise / Business name Contact person 20/10/11 Pioneer Seeds Rob Crothers 20/10/11 Berwick Stud David Jeffries Mobile Telephone Web M T E W M T E W M T Page 10 of 16

11 Record of consultations can be found at: G: Industry feedback summary of last consultation E W Date of next consultation: 20/10/12 Date of last consultation: 20/10/11 Moderation of assessment Assessors consulted as part of the moderation process Moderation is conducted yearly with other trainers and assessors to review all assessment instruments to ensure they are appropriate for the units of competency and reflect information contained in the elements, performance criteria, range of variables, and evidence guide. Date of review Enterprise / Business name Contact person 20/10/11 Pioneers Seeds Rob Crothers 20/10/11 Berwick Stud David Jeffries Mobile Telephone Web M T E W M T E W M T E W Record of consultations can be found at: G: Assessor feedback summary of last consultation Date of next moderation: 20/10/12 Date of last moderation: 20/10/11 Page 11 of 16

12 Internal moderation Where more than one teacher is involved in delivery and assessment, moderation of assessment judgments will occur regularly. Next moderation date: 20/10/11 Resource requirements Record of available resources for this course: Wilsonton Agricultural Centre has the following facilities: 35 acres mixed cropping and pastures 160 acre grazing block DPI paddock leased next door 25acres Cattle yards with a five pen feedlot/panel and cable Up to date vet cattle crush with scales Scanning equipment Loading ramp Grain bins/cattle feeders and hay feeders Cattle Truck 50 head of cattle (breeding herd) Young cattle for husbandry work Affiliations with 3 outside cattle studs they provide cattle for training/show preparation. Complete animal husbandry tools and equipment (including AI) All cattle are regularly involved in regional cattle showing events ** All animal activities done under QSAEC and Risk Management guidelines Sheep yards Shearing facilities - moveable 20 sheep breeding herd + lambs for feed trials Grain feeder for sheep 5 Goats 3 horses 2 Alpaccas Poultry laying and meat chickens 5 chook houses (including 1 indoor with battery capabilities) Fish displays 3 main tanks Organic gardens Orchard (1 acre) Bee hives 5 stables 1 hay shed Plant propagation building 2 green houses 1 plant hardening area 2 25 x 10m plant hot houses 1 Ag Centre 25 seat bus 5 classrooms including: - 1 science lab classroom - 1 computer lab - 1 large classroom (inside shed) - Undercover area for plant work Page 12 of 16

13 1 Ag Science lab and equipment All classrooms with wireless internet connection 1 Resource Room/Library with computers, books, publications, teacher resources, laptops, data projectors Access to regular industry spokespeople, presentations and resources Affiliation with local veterinarian business All Ag Centre activities managed by latest Phoenix Farm Management software 2 x FW assist tractors (ROPS) with loaders Tillage equipment, planter, slasher, fert spreader, rotary hoe, spray rig Cultivation area set up in strip farming rotation emphasis on pasture trials, winter cereals, forage/fodder crops, sunflowers and corn. Ag Centre general gardens extensive Australian natives garden Shed with work bays vehicle/machinery maintenance Fabrication shed with 5 ventilated welding bays Fabrication equipment and tools Fencing equipment including post-hole digger. Wash bay facilities Large compost bin 20 x 5m Weather observation and recording equipment including software. Outside resources: Berwick Cattle Stud Springside Cattle Stud Valerbrook Cattle Stud Pioneer Seeds Landmark Elders Vanderfield Machinery Other resources Note: These are links to real website resources. QSA AQTF Resources Kit: QSA General VET information: EQ Education policy and procedures register (replacing the DOEM): HLS-PR-012: Curriculum Activity Risk Management Modules: EQ Maintaining a Safe Design Technology Workspace: Page 13 of 16

14 EQ Reporting Student Achievements for Year 10 VET students: Queensland Transition and Mapping Guides (VET): training_materials/mapguides/index.html Pathways All students that complete this course may pursue higher certificates in the rural industry. All students are provided with advice on employment and training options. Student feedback Student feedback may be collected and analysed To assist with continuous improvement processes, students are given opportunities to provide feedback during the course and after each assessment item. They are also given a satisfaction survey at the completion of each year. Students also participate in the internal review procedure. Student Feedback is collected and analysed. Method: Surveys given to the students on assessment pieces and at the end of each term. Data is analysed: As information is collected. (Form 1) attached SDCS Trainers and Assessors provide student progress information to the SDCS operator and verify that accurate and up-to-date information is recorded using the following methods: SDCS data is provided for input only after training has begun. A start date and anticipated end date is provided for each unit of competency. A list of units of competency the student is enrolled in is also provided. The default outcome of continuing enrolment is entered for courses spanning more than one calendar year, otherwise the outcome is left blank until the competency is established. Before each data submission to the QSA, outcomes and dates are reviewed and updated as required. Data is provided to the SDCS operator on hard copy each time competencies are achieved by sudents and when students have achieved the qualification. After data entry a printout from the SDCS system is provided to the trainer/assessor for checking, and returned with any corrections to the SDCS operator. This printout is signed and dated by the teachers as accurate. After adjustments or corrections, the SDCS operator provides an updated printout for the trainer/assessor. On completion of the course, unit outcomes are checked by the assessor to confirm outcomes and whether a certificate or a statement of attainment will be issued. The SDCS operator will check the radio button to indicate partial completion or successful completion of the qualification. Page 14 of 16

15 The SDCS operator will provide the assessor with a final printout of results. TOOWOOMBA STATE HIGH SCHOOL Form 1 STUDENT FEEDBACK: Please complete the following feedback with reference to the course: COURSE STUDIED (Please tick the appropriate box) 1. The course requirements were always made clear 2. The assessment methods used were appropriate for the course 3. Sufficient time was allocated for the course 4. Appropriate assessment feedback was provided 5. Preparation for assessment was appropriate 6. Assessment reflected the course content Strongly Agree Agree Unsure Disagree Strongly Disagree 7. I enjoyed the course ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: Student s Signature Date Page 15 of 16

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