Pearson
Level 2
QN: 603/1907/0
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Pearson BTEC Level 2 Technical Diploma in Agriculture
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Pearson. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 420 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
Pearson
Syllabus Units
9 Units
Guided Hours
420 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Agriculture Work Placement
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate and apply for an agriculture work placement
- Demonstrate work skills relevant to an agriculture work placement
- Review own agriculture work placement
2
Crop Production
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explore the preparation and establishment of crop species
- Maintain the growth of crops during the growing season
- Prepare for harvesting and storage of crops
3
Farming and Agricultural Estate Maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Carry out inspections to plan routine maintenance, repair and installation tasks for livestock and crop farming
- Select and prepare materials, tools and equipment for routine maintenance, repair and installation tasks for livestock and crop farming.3.
- Undertake routine maintenance, repair and installation tasks for livestock and crop farming
4
Grass and Forage Crop Production
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explore the preparation and establishment of forage crops
- Maintain the growth of forage crops for grazing or conservation
- Prepare for harvesting and storage of forage crops
5
Introduction to Plant and Soil Science
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate plant structure, growth and development.2.
- Investigate plant life cycles and adaptations to the environment.3.
- Investigate soil characteristics and effects on plant health.
6
Introduction to Working in Land-based Industries
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Investigate working in the land-based sector.2.
- Carry out safe working in the land-based sector.3.
- Demonstrate responsible environmental working practices.
7
Livestock Health
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Monitor signs of good and ill health in Livestock
- Maintain health and well-being in Livestock
- Carry out measures for health promotion in Livestock
8
Livestock Husbandry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the current welfare needs of farm livestock
- Handle farm livestock to meet current industry and legislative standards
- Carry out routine farm livestock husbandry duties
9
Machinery Operations in Agriculture
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explore machinery, purposes and operation that can be used for agricultural activities
- Prepare and maintain machines for agricultural activities
- Carry out safe and responsible machine operation for routine agricultural activities
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/1907/0
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Pearson
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2018
- Operational End
- Jul 2029