Horticulture & Sustainability

Course Description

Students will explore the different ways Horticulture can have an impact on environment and our way of life, with a particular focus on what is occurring locally. Students learn about the following techniques: Hydroponics, Aquaponics, Aquaculture, Turf Maintenance, Orchid Growing, Worm Farming as well as composting. All of these techniques have the underpinning emphasis on sustainability and resource saving techniques.

In selecting this elective students will:

• Students individually and in teams, develop innovative solutions in design and technology contexts

• Students develop greater spatial awareness, are encouraged to think flexibly, and represent their ideas using two- and three-dimensional hand- and computer assisted drawing and modelling techniques including the use of appropriate technical language. They will explore the properties and characteristics of materials, and carry out tests to determine their suitability for intended products. Student make basic automated irrigation systems; and energy sources (renewable and non-renewable)

• They trial and make products and systems based on their design concepts, justifying changes in their thinking as they design, develop and evaluate products and systems. This involves the use of tools, equipment machines and materials/ingredients safety.

Links, Learning & Pathways

• VCE Horticulture and Agriculture

• VET Horticulture