Courses Handbook 2006 - [Archived]

303336 v.3 Associate Degree in Agribusiness


AssocDAgribus(Curtin)

This course is not available to International Onshore Students on Student Visas

Introduction

This course emphasises farm management, catering for those seeking a career on a family-owned farm or as a salaried manager. Students who complete this degree are eligible to enrol in the Bachelor of Agribusiness degree.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

TEE Mathematics, Accounting, Economics and Biology are desirable.

Specific Requirements

STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q.

Note

Mature-age students, Agricultural College students with superior grades and students who have completed a TAFE Associate Diploma or Diploma course are encouraged to apply.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Recognition of prior learning may be awarded for approved TAFE units. Students who have completed the Associate Degree in Agribusiness may apply for recognition of prior learning in the Bachelor of Agribusiness.

Duration and Availability

This course is two years full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation

This course is a combination of lectures, tutorials, laboratory exercises, independent study, relevant industry practical work and visits to commercial enterprises in Western Australia.

Professional Recognition

This course is recognised by the Western Australian Public Service Board as an approved two year tertiary course which can satisfy appointment and promotion requirements. Graduates are eligible for membership to the Australian Institute of Agricultural Science.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. Students are required to pay for their own food and accommodation while on field trips or camps.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1
303220 v.2   Agribusiness Systems 101 5.0 25.0
303227 v.3   Agribusiness Communications 101 2.5 12.5
303294 v.2   Food and Fibre Production 101 5.0 25.0
309728 v.1   Agricultural Soils 101 5.0 25.0
309734 v.1   Agronomy 101 3.0 12.5
  100.0

Year 1 Semester 2
303297 v.2   Animal Science 102 5.0 25.0
303298 v.3   Farm Management 102 5.0 25.0
309729 v.1   Agricultural Statistics 102 2.5 12.5
309732 v.1   Agribusiness Economics 102 6.0 12.5
309750 v.1   Broadacre Crop Agronomy 102 5.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 1
303325 v.3   Farm Management 201 5.0 25.0
303399 v.2   Farm Accounting and Finance 201 5.0 25.0
  SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   50.0
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 2
303330 v.3   Farm Business Risk and Resource Managment 202 5.0 25.0
303334 v.2   Farm Business Management 202 5.0 25.0
  SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   50.0
  100.0
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 2 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credits
303324 v.2   Food and Agribusiness Marketing 201 5.0 25.0
303333 v.3   Crop Protection 201 5.0 25.0
303340 v.3   Animal Science 201 5.0 25.0
 
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 2 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credits
303364 v.3   Grazing Animal Production Systems 202 5.0 25.0
303365 v.4   Cropping Systems 202 5.0 25.0
309730 v.1   Agribusiness Taxation 202 2.5 12.5
309774 v.1   Agribusiness Law 202 2.5 12.5
 
 

Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective/current students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.



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