Kto12 BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM TECHNOLOGY AND LIVELIHOOD EDUCATION AGRI FISHERY - ARTS HORTICULTURE (Exploratory)

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1 Course Description: Kto12 BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM TECHNOLOGY AND LIVELIHOOD EDUCATION AGRI FISHERY - ARTS HORTICULTURE (Exploratory) This Module is an exploratory and introductory course which leads to Horticulture National Certificate Level II (NC II). It covers four common competencies that a Grade 7/Grade 8 Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) student ought to possess, namely: 1) using tools, equipment and paraphernalia; 2) performing mensuration and calculation; 3) practicing Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and; 4) interpreting technical drawing and plans. The preliminaries of this exploratory course include the following: 1) discussion on the relevance of the course; 2) explanation of key concepts relative to the course and; 3) exploration on career opportunities. CONTENT CONTENT STANDARD PERFORMANCE STANDARD LEARNING COMPETENCIES Introduction Basic concepts in Agriculture Crop Production Relevance of the course Career opportunities understanding of basic concepts and underlying theories in The learner independently demonstrates common competencies in horticulture as prescribed in the TESDA Training Regulation. Explain basic concepts in horticulture Discuss the relevance of the course Explore on opportunities for horticulture as a career LESSON 1: USE AND MAINTAIN FARM TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT Farm tools Farm equipment Parts and functions of farm tools and equipment Safety practice Preventive maintenance Upkeep of equipment using farm tools and equipment in The learner uses farm tools and equipment in horticulture based on required task. *LO 1. Select farm tools Identify appropriate farm tools according to requirement Check farm tools for faults and defects in accordance with farm Use appropriate tools and equipment safely according to job requirements and manufacturer s condition Use farm tools LO 2. Operates farm equipment Identify appropriate farm equipment and facilities Follow the direction in K to 12 Curriculum Guide version as of July 19, 2012 TLE AFA HORTICULTURE *LO Learning Outcome 1

2 using farm tools and equipment in The learner uses farm tools and equipment in horticulture based on required task. instructional manual of farm equipment prior to operation. Conduct pre-operation checkup in line with manufacturer s manual. Report faults of farm equipment and facilities in line with farm Use farm equipment according to their functions. Follows safety LESSON NO. 2: PERFORM ESTIMATION AND BASIC CALCULATION *LO 3. Perform preventive maintenance. Discuss in cleaning tools and equipment immediately after use in line with farm. Explain the steps in performing routine check-up and maintenance Store tools and equipment in designated areas in line with farm Observe how to sharpen and oil farm tools and equipment Problem solving in fertilizer computation Basic mathematical operations in solving problems related to Horticulture Simple project proposal Systems of measurement Units of measurement Conversion of units Fractions and decimals performing estimation and basic calculations in The learner performs estimation and basic calculations related to *LO 1. Perform estimation Identify job requirements Estimate quantities of materials and resources required to complete a work task Estimate time needed to complete a work/activity Make an estimate of materials and labor to K to 12 Curriculum Guide version as of July 19, 2012 TLE AFA HORTICULTURE *LO Learning Outcome 2

3 The learner performs estimation and basic calculations related to performing estimation and basic calculations in Percentage and ratios Basic record keeping complete a task Report estimate of materials and resources Determine cost and return when producing crops Determine profit and/or loss using the four fundamental operations Determine the price of a product using mark-up percentage LESSON 3: INTERPRETATION PLANS AND DRAWINGS *LO 2.Perform basic calculations Identify calculations to be made according to job requirements Determine the correct method of calculation Ascertain system and units of measurement to be followed Perform calculations needed to complete task using the four basic fundamental operations Use appropriate operation to comply with the instruction Employ different techniques in checking the accuracy of computation Farm plans and drawings Types of planting Interpreting and reading planting system Staking Use of planting board Layout of irrigation system Types of irrigation system interpreting plans and drawings of farms and irrigation systems. The learner interprets plans and drawings of farms and irrigation systems in *LO 1. Interpret farm plans and layout Interpret planting system according to established farm Design farm plans and layout Stake site according to planting system K to 12 Curriculum Guide version as of July 19, 2012 TLE AFA HORTICULTURE *LO Learning Outcome 3

4 LESSON 4: APPLY SAFETY MEASURES IN FARM OPERATIONS *LO 2. Interpret irrigation plans and designs Interpret irrigation system plan according to established Differentiate the designs of irrigation system according to standard Farm chemicals Personal protective equipment First aid Emergency Safe working environment Procedure in cleaning and storing tools and outfits Technique in storing materials and chemicals Waste disposal Water management system applying safety measures in farm operations. The learner observes safety measures in farm operations in *LO 1. Apply appropriate safety measures while working in the farm Apply safety measures based on work requirement and farm Utilize tools and materials in accordance with specifications and Follow the guidelines in wearing outfits in accordance with farm requirements Explain the importance of checking shelf life and/or expiration of materials effectivity against manufacturer s specifications Differentiate the hazards in workplaces and report these in line with guidelines Observe how to respond to emergencies in the farm Discuss how to prevent accidents K to 12 Curriculum Guide version as of July 19, 2012 TLE AFA HORTICULTURE *LO Learning Outcome 4

5 *LO 2.Safekeep/dispose tools, materials and outfits Explain how to clean used tools and outfit following the farm before storing Label unused materials and supplies according to manufacturer s recommendation and farm requirements before storing Observe how to dispose waste materials according to manufacturers, government and farm requirements K to 12 Curriculum Guide version as of July 19, 2012 TLE AFA HORTICULTURE *LO Learning Outcome 5