agr3ipm integrated production management
INTEGRATED PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
AGR3IPM
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will extend and apply knowledge of agronomy and agriculturalenterprises to the management of agricultural systems. Students will examine the interrelationships between technology, production efficiency and sustainability using simulation software. Attention will be paid to the management of production enterprises, including crops and livestock,both broad-acre and intensive; use of genetically modified crops in agricultural systems; the place of organic farming; pest management and their economic impact on farm enterprises, local markets and international trade. Students will analyse integrated production management information to set management priorities; prepare and present concise industry-ready reports; and develop skills in recognising and reflecting on ethical, social and environmental issues applicable to production management.< br/>
SchoolSchool of Life Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPenelope Smith
Available to Study Abroad StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be admitted into SBATE or must obtain Subject Co-ordinators approval.
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions This subject is taught at the Epping campus of Melbourne polytechnic.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Fertiliser Essentials | Recommended | Brouwer, D 2006 | NSW DEPARTMENT OF PRIMARY INDUSTRIES, NSW. |
| Readings | Field Crop Herbicide Guide | Recommended | Chambers, A & Dean, N 2004 | KONDININ GROUP, CLOVERDALE, W.A. |
| Readings | Internet field days : helping farmers to make better decisions | Recommended | Patton, L, Rees, H 2007 | RURAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, BARTON, A.C.T. |
| Readings | Interpreting soil test results : what do all the numbers mean | Recommended | Hazelton, P & Murphy, B 2007 | CSIRO PUBLISHING, COLLINGWOOD, VICTORIA. |
| Readings | Sustainable Pastures In Marginal Environments | Recommended | Li, G 2007 | CSIRO PUBLISHING, COLLINGWOOD, VICTORIA. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Identify principle aspects of agricultural production management and apply concepts to yield and quality.
- Activities:
- Students will further their understanding of agricultural production management through lectures and case studies applying new techniques and technology to various agronomic situations and the effect past the farm gate. Issues of quality throughout the supply chain will be included.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Analyse integrated agricultural production management information to set management priorities.
- Activities:
- Students will use a variety of tools to analyse critical parameters throughout the supply chain. They will then formulate management priorities and present them in both written and oral form.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
03. Prepare and present concise industry-ready reports, focused on management priorities.
- Activities:
- From the information gathered above, students will prepare and present professional presentations and a management plan. These will be done in consultation with other students and staff.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
04. Recognise and reflect on ethical, social and environmental issues applicable to crop management from both a local and global perspective.
- Activities:
- Issues both on-farm and past the farm gate in quality assurance, logistics and environmental management will be considered by case study. Discussion of findings and arguments will be undertaken during presentations.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
Subject options
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Epping, 2019, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPenelope Smith
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours unscheduled online class per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via online.
"Students complete online activities (pre-recorded lectures and other materials) prior to the scheduled workshop."
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.5 hours workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Students can choose either the face-to-face or virtual (Online) class option."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation, 20 minutes (total 1,000-words equivalent) | 4 oral presentations, delivered face-to-face or via online interactive forum | 20 | 01, 02, 04 |
| One Production System Management Plan - Part 1 (1,250-words) | Written assessment | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| One Production System Management Plan - Part 2 (2,250-words) | Written assessment | 50 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |