Viticulture+-+Penola+High+School

=Viticulture=
 * Focus School:** Penola High School


 * Number of SACE Units:** To be advised
 * SACE Subject:** To be advised

Course Description
Modules are from Food Processing (Wine) training package. The program is linked to the Wine Grape Growing season and concentrates on learning how grapes grow and are looked after during the growing season. Vineyard skills are developed in the school vineyard and laboratory.

Units Covered
CORE FDFCORHS1A: Follow work procedures to maintain health and safety FDFCORWCM1A: Communicate workplace information FDCORBM2A: Use basic mathematical concepts ELECTIVES FDFWGGHPVB: Hand prune vines FDFWGGPGMB: Pick grapes by hand FDFOPTISP2A: Implement sampling procedures FDFWGG1SMB: Undertake irrigation system maintenance activities FDFWGGMBB: Carry out basic canopy maintenance

Course Coordinator
Bob Reece Ph: (08) 8737 2382 [|www.wrenonline.com/penolahs/]

Commencement semester
Semester 1, 2010

Number of days, location
Work Placement in a school vineyard on a regular basis. (In a commercial winery for a minimum of 4 days to achieve the first 2 core modules).

Special Requirements
Clothing to meet safety requirements in a commercial vineyard. Includes appropriate footwear, long pants, sleeves and hat.

Course Costs
Nil

Course Pre-requisites
Return of "Expression of interest" form - // PLEASE GO TO "EXPRESSION OF INTEREST" TAB LOCATED ON LEFT HAND SIDE NAVIGATION // Nil

Course Pathway
National Accreditation Level 1, 2 then 3, Vineyard employment, University.

VET Training Provider
Penola High School in association with TAFE SA