The techniques set out for the assessment for QQI awards are considered optimal. In exceptional circumstances a further education and training provider may seek approval of alternative assessment techniques through its application for programme validation. Award classification [NFQ level 4 and higher] Pass 50% threshold Merit 65% threshold Distinction 80% threshold A percentage grading system shall be used with a pass mark of 50%. A pass classification or passing percentage grade shall indicate that all the expected learning outcomes have been achieved and any classification or percentage grade in excess of these respectively indicate achievement in excess of this. The award class (where the award is classified) is based on a credit weighted mean of percentage grades awarded for the elements of a programme of education and training validated for this award. A QQI award or a QQI award with pass classification shall only be awarded where all of the award’s expected learning outcomes have been achieved. Particular Guidelines on Assessment for the Minor Award Each assessment type must be passed Examination - Theory 50% An examination provides a means of assessing a learner’s ability to recall and apply knowledge, skill and understanding within a set period of time and under clearly specified conditions. A theory-based examination assesses the ability to recall, apply and understand specific theory and knowledge. The assessor will assess learning outcomes 1 to and 14 using theory based examination(s) Assignment 50% An assignment is an exercise carried out in response to a brief with specific guidelines as to what should be included. An assignment is usually of short duration and may be carried out over a specified period of time. The assessor will assess learning outcomes 9 to 13 using assignment(s) 20% of the available assignment marks will be awarded to 5 individual reports of discussion groups based on 5 farm visits. The discussion groups must be based on 5 different technical areas linked to learning outcomes 9 to 13. Prescribed Assessment Techniques for the Minor Award Candidates are required to be assessed using the following techniques. The available percentage marks for this award are to be apportioned over the assessment techniques as follows. Examination - Theory 50% Assignment 50%
The techniques set out for the assessment for QQI awards are considered optimal. In exceptional circumstances a further education and training provider may seek approval of alternative assessment techniques through its application for programme validation. Award classification [NFQ level 4 and higher] Pass 50% threshold Merit 65% threshold Distinction 80% threshold A percentage grading system shall be used with a pass mark of 50%. A pass classification or passing percentage grade shall indicate that all the expected learning outcomes have been achieved and any classification or percentage grade in excess of these respectively indicate achievement in excess of this. The award class (where the award is classified) is based on a credit weighted mean of percentage grades awarded for the elements of a programme of education and training validated for this award. A QQI award or a QQI award with pass classification shall only be awarded where all of the award’s expected learning outcomes have been achieved. Particular Guidelines on Assessment for the Minor Award Each assessment type must be passed Examination - Theory 50% An examination provides a means of assessing a learner’s ability to recall and apply knowledge, skill and understanding within a set period of time and under clearly specified conditions. A theory-based examination assesses the ability to recall, apply and understand specific theory and knowledge. The assessor will assess learning outcomes 1 to and 14 using theory based examination(s) Assignment 50% An assignment is an exercise carried out in response to a brief with specific guidelines as to what should be included. An assignment is usually of short duration and may be carried out over a specified period of time. The assessor will assess learning outcomes 9 to 13 using assignment(s) 20% of the available assignment marks will be awarded to 5 individual reports of discussion groups based on 5 farm visits. The discussion groups must be based on 5 different technical areas linked to learning outcomes 9 to 13. Prescribed Assessment Techniques for the Minor Award Candidates are required to be assessed using the following techniques. The available percentage marks for this award are to be apportioned over the assessment techniques as follows. Examination - Theory 50% Assignment 50%