312139 v.2 Intensive Agriculture Major

Introduction

The Agriculture major is designed to provide graduates with an industry-ready understanding of the science and technology required for the productive use of plants and animals for food, fibre and amenity purposes. The course builds from basic biology andagricultural systems including overarching issues such as food security, sustainability, global warming to detailed specifics of crop and animal production and rural development. Post harvest management of crops and the use of plants in enhancing landscapes is also included.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 2 Semester 1
312422	v.1	Agricultural Production 211	5.0	25.0
312431	v.1	Aquaculture Principles 201	5.0	25.0
				50.0
Year 2 Semester 2
312143	v.1	Agriculture and Rural Development 202	5.0	25.0
312145	v.1	Agricultural Production 212	5.0	25.0
				50.0
Year 3 Semester 1
13091	v.5	Genetics and Stock Improvement 301	4.0	25.0
312432	v.1	Post Harvest Horticulture and Quality Management 301	5.0	25.0
				50.0
Year 3 Semester 2
312373	v.1	Integrated Pest Management 302	4.0	25.0
312388	v.1	Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture 302	4.0	25.0
		OR
312433	v.1	Plants within the Built Landscape 302	5.0	25.0
				50.0