Module Outline
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Plant Materials 101
Plant Materials 101
Module
National Code
State Code
46111
46111
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/09/1995
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Nominal Hours
34
Description
To introduce the student to the principles of plant
nomenclature and identification.
To provide students with information and practice
which will enable them to identify and name the
plants on a specified study list.
To provide the student with the skills and knowledge
necessary to describe plant characteristics and
cultural requirements for a range of commonly
cultivated plants.
To enable the student to provide information
concerning the various uses of plants, so that the
most suitable plants are chosen for a particular
landscape.
To present the cultural methods required to obtain the optimum performance from
plants commonly sold or grown.
nomenclature and identification.
To provide students with information and practice
which will enable them to identify and name the
plants on a specified study list.
To provide the student with the skills and knowledge
necessary to describe plant characteristics and
cultural requirements for a range of commonly
cultivated plants.
To enable the student to provide information
concerning the various uses of plants, so that the
most suitable plants are chosen for a particular
landscape.
To present the cultural methods required to obtain the optimum performance from
plants commonly sold or grown.
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Evidence Guide
One two-hour written divisional examination 30%
Internal Assessment 70%
Examination
Objective type questions 30% Short-answer questions
Internal Assessment
Assignment 30%
Plant Collection: labelling and brief statements on
cultural requirements.
Keep collection small to enable technique to be
learnt, but not to allow assignment to become a
burdensome task.
Practical Tests 30%
Series of practical tests, including identifying
plants.
Theory Test 10%
Internal Assessment 70%
Examination
Objective type questions 30% Short-answer questions
Internal Assessment
Assignment 30%
Plant Collection: labelling and brief statements on
cultural requirements.
Keep collection small to enable technique to be
learnt, but not to allow assignment to become a
burdensome task.
Practical Tests 30%
Series of practical tests, including identifying
plants.
Theory Test 10%
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7035 | Applied Science Horticulture | Accredited course | |
| 4079 | Horticulture | Accredited course |