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Professional Practice for Agriculture (AGRI30038)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville) and On Campus (Dookie)
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
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Semester 2
Semester 2
Overview
Availability | Semester 2 - On Campus Semester 2 - On Campus |
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This capstone subject provides students with the opportunity to apply the theoretical and practical knowledge acquired during their Bachelor of Agriculture degree or Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Science major) to analysis of large-scale challenges confronting agricultural industries.
Students will develop the capacity to apply a 'systems thinking' approach to problems, utilising the understanding that they have developed throughout their studies of relevant environmental, economic, social and political factors. They will also develop their skills in gathering and interpreting evidence, teamwork, and oral and written communication.
Students will undertake an investigation of an industry challenge of their choice, working both individually, and in small groups. Students will undertake guided reflection on their learning, as a basis for developing personal principles for ethical professional practice.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject students should
- Demonstrate detailed, evidence based knowledge and interpretation of current challenges facing agricultural production systems
- Be able to articulate a 'systems-thinking' approach to agriculture, and to the sustainability of agricultural production systems
- Be able to gather and interpret evidence, in order to identify options for addressing problems
- Demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and other stakeholders to design potential improvement to current challenges facing agricultural production systems
- Articulate and demonstrate the principles of reflective and ethical professional practice, to guide students in their future study or employment
Generic skills
This subject will develop the following generic skills:
- The capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning and research
- An ability to derive, interpret and analyse ecological, biological, social, technical or economic information from primary sources
- Highly developed written communication skills to allow informed dialogue with individuals and groups from industry, government and the community
- An ability to participate effectively as part of a team
- An ability to plan work, use time effectively and manage small projects
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
B-AGR Students:
Completion of at least 175 credit points
AND
One of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
AGRI20038 | Principles of Soil Science |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Dookie)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
AGRI20042 | Agricultural Economics | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
OR
B-SCI Students:
Completion of at least 175 credit points
AND
Two of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
AGRI20026 | Plant Growth Processes | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AGRI20036 | Ecology and Grazing Management |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Dookie)
|
12.5 |
AGRI20037 | Crop Production and Management | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AGRI20038 | Principles of Soil Science |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Dookie)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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An individual written report consisting of three components: 500 word research proposal due in week 4 worth 10%; draft version of 2,000 word final report due in week 8 worth 15%; final version due at the end of semester worth 35%
| From week 4 to the end of semester | 60% |
Group oral presentation
| From Week 11 to Week 12 | 25% |
Half-page individual journal reflection per week throughout the semester. Submitted for assessment in weeks 2, 6 and 11
| From Week 2 to Week 11 | 15% |
Hurdle requirement: 80% attendance at workshops and tutorials | N/A |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2 - On Campus
Principal coordinators Sarah Frankland and Michael Santhanam-Martin Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 2 hours of lectures per week, 9x 2 hour tutorials, 3x 2hrs practicals Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
- Semester 2 - On Campus
Principal coordinators Sarah Frankland and Michael Santhanam-Martin Mode of delivery On Campus (Dookie) Contact hours 2 hours of lectures per week, 9x 2 hour tutorials, 3x 2hrs practicals Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
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Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Bachelor of Agriculture Major Agricultural Science
Last updated: 31 January 2024