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UNE unit code: AGRO422
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- 6
Unit information
Weeds pose a major threat to Australia’s natural environment and agricultural systems, with economic costs in the billions arising from weed control activities and lost production.
In this unit you will examine modern weed management and the integration of cultural, biological and chemical control techniques in diverse ecosystems.
The unit offers you the option to specialise in a specific eco or industrial system, exploring techniques in cropping systems, pastures, vegetables, orchards and vineyards, lawns and turf, plantation forests, conservation reserves and national parks, rangelands or aquatic systems.
You will hone your skills in weed identification and build knowledge by critically analysing and evaluating the nature of weeds, their impacts and the ways to manage them in different ecosystems.
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| Start | Finish | Duration | Attendance | Offerings | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | TBA | 4 days | Mandatory Intensive School | Not Offered |
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate an advanced knowledge of the subject by outlining the nature of weeds;
- demonstrate an advanced knowledge of the subject by identifying a wide range of important weed species;
- critically analyse and evaluate information on the subject of how weeds affect different types of ecosystems, communicating this information to others using written and/or verbal forms;
- discuss in depth the range of management options available for weed control;
- critically analyse and evaluate information about weed management in an economic and historical context, communicating this knowledge in a detailed verbal or written format; and
- assimilate this information so as to critically explore integrated weed management systems at an advanced level.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment 1 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | No. Words: 1500 |
| Assignment 2 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Weed collection No. Words: 1500 |
| Presentation | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Intensive school presentation |
| Unit Quiz | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Intensive school test No. Words: 600 |
| Final Examination | Yes | 40% | All offerings | No. Words: 2000 |
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