Agricultural Systems Analysis (AGRI30003)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5Online
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Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 - Online |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
Effective management of agricultural systems requires an appreciation of the context in which that management is carried out. This context may be predominantly social, environmental or commercial or combinations thereof. The application of scientific knowledge in conjunction with an appreciation of context, individual- or societal-goals is the domain of systems analysis and thinking. This subject aims to develop the skills required to analyse these interactions and support decision-making in agricultural enterprises. Students will examine real world situations, and align the scientific with the social. Assessment work will see students required to clearly identify problems to be solved, analyse options for solving the problems and then provide evidence based assessment to support their decisions. It is designed to enable students to work effectively with the owners and managers of agricultural businesses in bringing about change in their system.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students will have gained:
- A basic understanding of agricultural systems theory and practice
- Experience in practical situation analysis and skills in problem solving, in 'real world' settings
- An understanding of the economic framework that underpins agricultural industries
- The opportunity to apply knowledge gained earlier in their course to solving practical problems associated with Agriculture.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should have developed their:
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Capacity to tackle unfamiliar and complex problems
- Ability to think systemically and integrate knowledge from different disciplines
- Communication skills, through written and oral presentations to a ‘client’
- Quantitative analysis skills
- Ability to plan work, be efficient in time management and deliver results within a prescribed time line
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Completion of a minimum of 25 credit points of Level 2 or 3 AGRI subjects
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANSC30009 | Animal Systems Analysis | Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Case study report due approximately in week 6
| Week 6 | 30% |
Written report and dissemination summary on industry problem (student choice)
| Week 9 | 40% |
Case study report due approximately in week 12
| Week 12 | 30% |
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 2 - Online
Principal coordinator Bill Malcolm Mode of delivery Online Contact hours 48 hours of lectures/tutorials, and up to 30 hours practical/field work Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 July 2021 to 24 October 2021 Last self-enrol date 6 August 2021 Census date 31 August 2021 Last date to withdraw without fail 24 September 2021 Assessment period ends 19 November 2021 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Major Sustainable Production Major Agricultural Science Informal specialisation Science Discipline subjects - new generation B-SCI Informal specialisation Elective subjects for B-BMED - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Environments
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 9 April 2025