Module Outline

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Describing and Using Plants

Describing and Using Plants

Module
National Code
State Code
46213
DTWD Status
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/04/1994
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Nominal Hours
34
Description
Students should be able to:

-identify and name common plant parts
-list the important functions of these plant parts
-describe in simple terms, the main processes of plants
-name and describe twenty plants relevant to their needs.
Range of Variables
Delivery to take place in a classroom situation or suitable workplace situation
with ready access to field areas/gardens/nurseries with a large range of plant
specimens for observation and examination.

Some plants will need to be specially prepared for Learning Outcome 2.

To allow credible competency-based training and assessment the class size MUST
NOT exceed fifteen learners.
Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 100%

The learner is required to demonstrate competency in each of the learning
outcomes in line with the assessment method shown.

This subject is to be assessed internally using competence as a measure of
student achievement.

Assessment will be based on a selection of the following:

-workbook exercises
-exercises on identification of plant parts
-specimen sheets of the selected plants
-practical tests on plant parts and identification of plants
-written tests.

Standard: 75% for each Learning Outcome
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
State Code National Code Title Type
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4091 Certificate I in Horticultural Skills Accredited course
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4026 5076 Certificate I in Land Management Skills Accredited course
3488 14757WA Certificate III in Landcare Accredited course
4053 12398WA Certificate II in Landscaping Accredited course
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