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AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT

Agricultural Mechanisation - AGM1501
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Purpose: Students who achieve the outcomes of this module will be able to identify and apply appropriate agricultural technologies and strategies for efficient agricultural production for sustainable food security at farm level and for the development of the local agricultural sector. The module will also promote the application of environmentally friendly agricultural production procedures for sustainable land use and conservation of agricultural resources for a viable, profitable and sustainable agricultural sector. The module will be useful to agricultural technicians and those who are responsible for mechanised agricultural operations which require precise measurements, use and maintenance of tools, plant and equipment in all aspects of agricultural production, harvesting, processing, preservation and storage, including those related to animal housing, soil protection and land utilisation practices.
Introduction to Animal Production - ANP1501
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Purpose: Students who achieve the outcomes of this module will be able to identify and describe animal agriculture and define production systems and their many roles on food security and sustainable development at farm level and for the development of the local livestock industry. The module will also give insights on the various factors that influence farming systems which promote the application of environmentally friendly livestock production procedures for sustainable land use and conservation of agricultural resources for a viable, profitable and sustainable livestock industry. The module will be useful to livestock technicians, livestock extension workers, development workers in non-governmental organisations, and those who are responsible for farm animal welfare and production.
Animal Husbandry - ANP1502
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Purpose: Students who achieve the outcomes of this module will be able to identify and describe animal agriculture and define production systems and their many roles on food security and sustainable development at farm level and for the development of the local livestock industry. The module will also give insights on the various factors that influence farming systems which promote the application of environmentally friendly livestock production procedures for sustainable land use and conservation of agricultural resources for a viable, profitable and sustainable livestock industry. The module will be useful to livestock technicians, livestock extension workers, development workers in non-governmental organisations, and those who are responsible for farm animal welfare and production.
Introduction to Plant Production - PTP1501
Diploma,Higher Certificate Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Purpose: This module is intended for learners who are in the field of crop production. It will be useful for those who are in the field of fruit production, vegetable production and the production of field crops. Learners credited with this module will be able to use basic understanding of genetics for crop breeding and improvement, identify and manage components of climate affecting crop production using South Africa as a point of reference identify and use essential cultural practices for the production of crops, and evaluate alternate cropping systems.
Plant Production Systems - PTP1502
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Purpose: This module is intended for learners who are in the field of crop production. It will be useful for those who are in the field of fruit production, vegetable production and the production of field crops. Learners credited with this module will be able to use basic understanding of genetics for crop breeding and improvement, identify and manage components of climate affecting crop production using South Africa as a point of reference, identify and use essential cultural practices for the production of crops, and evaluate alternate cropping systems.
Irrigation Systems - AGM2601
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Pre-requisite: AGM1501
Purpose: this module will be able to identify and apply appropriate agricultural technologies and strategies for efficient agricultural production of sustainable food security at farm level and for the development of the local agricultural sector. The module will be useful to Agricultural Technicians and those who are responsible for mechanized agricultural operations, which require precise measurements, use and maintenance of tools, plants and equipment for irrigation, water harvesting, water storage and drainage. It will promote the application of environmentally friendly agricultural production procedures for sustainable land use and conservation of agricultural resources for a viable, profitable and sustainable agricultural sector.
Livestock Production Systems - ANP2601
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Pre-requisite: ANP1501 & ANP1502
Purpose: Animal agriculture in perspective; basic nomenclature in animal production; livestock breeds in South Africa; South African livestock industry; livestock production potential of a region; the production environment; animal production systems; animal products.
Poultry and Pig Production - ANP2602
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Co-requisite: ANP2601
Purpose: The origin and domestication of poultry and pigs; the structure and function of poultry and pig body systems; poultry and pig breeds and breeding strategies; poultry and pig nutrition and feeding methods; poultry and pig management; poultry and pig housing; poultry and pig marketing.
Agriculture Management Practice 1 - GPM2601
Diploma Year module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Pre-requisite: PTP1501, PTP1502, ANP1501, ANP1502 & AGM1501 Co-requisite: AGP2601
Purpose: This module is a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) module meant for semi advanced and/or semi seasoned agricultural practitioners and as such the purpose of this module is to introduce such students to actual advanced standard "Hands On" crop production practices through production of a specific crop species from "field to floor." This means that students who are registered for GPM2601 will be expected to be embedded in a farming environment where they will plan, produce, harvest and grade a crop species under minimum supervision. Upon successful completion of this module, students will become advanced and/or semi seasoned agricultural practitioners who will be able to perform crop husbandry and pertinent office management practices under minimum supervision whilst maintaining consistency with principles of profitable "Good Agricultural Practices" (GAP). It is essential to point out that students who successfully complete this module will be ready to undertake the advanced Work Integrated Module GPM3702 wherein they will be trained to independently supervise sub-ordinates who will be performing profitable "Good Agricultural Practices" both for crop and animal production enterprises.
Plant Pest Management - PTP2601
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Pre-requisite: PTP1501 & PTP1502
Purpose: Identifying and classifying agricultural plants, describing plant metabolic processes, identifying different plant structures and demonstrate the understanding of functions of these structures, explaining growth and development of plants together with the requirements thereof.
Plant Disease Management - PTP2602
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Co-requisite: PTP2601
Purpose: Students who achieve the outcomes of this module will be able to identify and classify crop diseases, describe the relationship between diseases and plants, and control diseases. This module is intended for learners who are in the field of crop production. It will be useful for those who are in the field of fruit production, vegetable production and the production of field crops.
Beef and Dairy Production - ANP3701
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Pre-requisite: ANP2601 & ANP2602
Purpose: The module aims at training livestock technicians to identify appropriate breeds, enterprises and production systems for more efficient livestock production. The module will be useful to livestock technicians, agricultural scientists and farmers who are interested in livestock breed selection, production, improvement, management and marketing of live animals and their products. Students who complete this module will be able to identify, describe, discuss and apply appropriate livestock production technologies and strategies for efficient beef and dairy cattle production for sustainable food security and the development of the local livestock sector.
Small Stock Production - ANP3702
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Pre-requisite: ANP2601 & ANP2602 Co-requisite: ANP3701
Purpose: The aim is to train livestock technicians to identify appropriate sheep and goat breeds, enterprises and production systems for more efficient sheep and goat production. The module will be useful to livestock technicians, agricultural scientists and farmers who are interested in breed selection, production, improvement, management and marketing of sheep and goats and their products. Students who complete this module will be able to identify, describe, discuss and apply appropriate livestock production technologies and strategies for efficient sheep and goat production for sustainable food security and the development of the local livestock sector.
Ruminant Production - ANP4701
Advanced Diploma Year module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Purpose: This module forms part of the Advanced Diploma in Agricultural Management. Students credited with this module will be able to make farm decisions and apply appropriate livestock production technologies and recommend good livestock production practices to emerging livestock farmers according to regional climates. The module will be useful to livestock farm managers, agricultural scientists and farmers who are interested in livestock breed selection, production, improvement, management and marketing of live animals and their products. The module aimed at training livestock farm managers to identify appropriate breeds, enterprises and production systems for more efficient livestock production.
Monogastric Production - ANP4702
Advanced Diploma Year module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Purpose: Students who achieve the outcomes of this module will be able to select, recommend and apply appropriate livestock production technologies and strategies for efficient pig and poultry production for sustainable food security and the development of the local livestock sector. The module will be useful to livestock farm managers, agricultural scientists and farmers who are interested in livestock breed selection, production, improvement, management and marketing of live animals and their products. The module is aimed at training livestock farm managers to identify appropriate breeds, enterprises and production systems for more efficient livestock production.
Field Crop and Vegetable Production - PTP3701
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Recommendation: PTP2601, PTP2602, AGM2601, SSC2601 & AGP2601
Purpose: Students who achieve the outcomes of this module will be able to cultivate fruit, in particular citrus, avocados, bananas, mangoes, pples and grapes. The module is intended for students who work or would like to work in the filed of fruit production, which aling with fruit distribution and consumption is one of the most important economic activities in Africa, as elsewhere in the world. The module intrduces students to key terms, concepts, principles and detailed knowldge involved in the production and management of the relevant crops. Students will also learn about crop establishment, growing methods, crop protection practices and harvesting.
Fruit Production - PTP3702
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Recommendation: PTP2601, PTP2602, AGM2601, SSC2601 & AGP2601
Purpose: Students who achieve the outcomes of this module will be able to cultivate fruit, in particular citrus, avocados, bananas, mangoes, apples and grapes. This module is intended for learners who are in the field of crop production. It will be useful for those who are in the field of fruit production.
Specialised Crop Production A - PTP4701
Advanced Diploma Year module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Purpose: The purpose of this module is to provide students with the knowledge and skills required for field crop production. Students who achieve this module will demonstrate an understanding of the field crop industry in South Africa and qualifying students will be familiar with botanical classification and basic morphology as well as field management and cultivation practices for the major field crops in South Africa. The purpose of this module is therefore to familiarise students with the major field crops and to enable them to apply appropriate practices in field crop production. Students who complete this module will be able to interpret, discuss and evaluate important agronomic practices as well as modern technologies and concepts for sustainable agriculture, and apply this knowledge to enhance crop productivity of cereal, industrial and legume crops with specific reference to the South African environment.
Specialised Crop Production B - PTP4702
Advanced Diploma Year module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English
Purpose: of this module is to provide in depth knowledge of field crop production from cultivation to processing stage. Students who complete this module should be able to differentiate between field crops and other crops, allocate different field crops to appropriate production environments and choose correct practices for cultivation, planting, protection, harvesting, processing and storage. The module focuses on various agro-ecological regions of South Africa and the different crops grown in each. This module will be useful to students who will be assisting farmers and the agricultural communities as consultants on the production of field crops for sale or household consumption.
Agricultural Marketing Analysis - AME4801
Under Graduate Degree Year module NQF level: 8 Credits: 24
Module presented in English
Purpose: is to provides students with the knowledge of agricultural market analysis. It will be useful for students requiring exposure to the fundamental competences required on analyzing markets in order to sell agricultural products. Students accredited with this module will be able to analyse the market in the South African and international contexts.
Agricultural Project Analysis IB - AME4802
Under Graduate Degree Year module NQF level: 8 Credits: 24
Module presented in English
Purpose: The concept of development; concept of development in relation to agriculture; integrated rural poverty; macro economic development goals; agricultural and rural development sector projects and programmes; programming and identification.
Agricultural Business Management - AME4803
Under Graduate Degree Year module NQF level: 8 Credits: 24
Module presented in English
Purpose: of this module is to prepare students for positions in the Agribusiness sector tto start their own ventures in Agribusiness. It is intended for Agricultural Economists, Researchers, trainers, Entrepreneurs and Facilitators in the field of agriculture. It will be useful for students who want to pursue agricultral economics or farming as a career. It is aimed at equiping Students with the priciples of Agribusiness management and to gain a thorough understanding of the strateegies and objectives of agribusiness organisations. This module will train students, farmers, entrepreneurs and equip them with relevant business nd management skills relevant to modern agribusiness in the South African context.
Agricultural Management Systems - AES1501
Diploma Semester module NQF level: 5 Credits: 12
Module presented in Module presented online
Purpose: The module forms part of the Diploma in Agricultural Management. It is intended for Agricultural Technicians, trainers and facilitators in the field of agricultural management. It will be useful for students who want to pursue agricultural management or farming as a career. Students accredited with this module will be able to apply the management principles to agriculture by keeping themselves informed about the current economic system of South Africa and the agricultural environment in that economic system.