Agriculture

An LVC Faculty

English for Agriculture

The Faculty of Agriculture

“From food production and animal science to horticulture and property management, agriculture

plays an essential role in supporting our population. Moreover, as the world’s population continues

to grow, so too will the demand for agriculture professionals. With technology influencing agriculture,

new possibilities and opportunities are arising.

By developing your English language skills at LVC, you will be prepared for agriculture in an

increasingly globalized world.

Choose agriculture at LVC.”

Agriculture at LVC

“Our Faculty of Agriculture will provide you with the language to discuss many traditional aspects of

agriculture such as raising crops and livestock, as well as more modern concepts like sustainable

farming and technological advances.

Additionally, LVC has the ability to create individual, fully customized courses designed to meet your

requirements. Speak with an LVC consultant today regarding your English language needs.

We also offer learners the option to obtain an English certificate validated by the University of

Greenwich. This professional certificate can be used to demonstrate your English skills to

employers and educational institutions.

At LVC, we can develop the English language skills you need in order to succeed in agriculture.”

Rita Costa Director of Studies

English Department

Erlend Firth ESP Consultant

Agriculture

Unit 1 – The History of Agriculture

Unit 2 – Plant Products

Unit 3 – Animal Products

Unit 4 – Soil

Unit 5 – Water

Unit 6 – Seeds

Unit 7 – Plant Growth

Unit 8 – Harvest

Unit 9 – Storage

Unit 10 – Feed and Nutrients

Unit 11 – Housing Animals

Unit 12 – Breeding

Unit 13 – Slaughter and Processing

Unit 14 – Cutivation and Planting

Unit 15 – Harvest Equipment

Unit 1 – Beef Industry

Unit 2 – Swine Industry

Unit 3 – Poultry Industry

Unit 4 – Dairy Industry

Unit 5 – Sheep Industry

Unit 6 – Equine Industry

Unit 7 – Apiculture

Unit 8 – Classification and Composition

Unit 9 – Salts and Acidity

Unit 10 – The Nitrogen Cycle

Unit 11 – Soil Conservation

Unit 12 – Preparing, Seeding and Planting

Unit 13 – Climate and Weather

Unit 14 – Pricing

Unit 15 – Government Intervention

Unit 1 – Animal Behaviour

Unit 2 – Animal Health

Unit 3 – Animals and Grain

Unit 4 – Bioengineering

Unit 5 – Cropping Systems

Unit 6 – Growing Seasons

Unit 7 – Weeds, Pests, and Disease

Unit 8 – Diagnosing Crop Problems

Unit 9 – Agribusiness Management

Unit 10 – International Trade

Unit 11 – The Futures Market

Unit 12 – Sustainable Farming

Unit 13 – Technological Advances

Unit 14 – Organic Farming

Unit 15 – GMOs

Agriculture: Agriculture is a new educational source for agriculture professionals who want to improve their English

communication in a work environment. Incorporating career-specific vocabulary and contexts, each unit offers step-

by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading, listening, speaking and

writing. Agriculture addresses topics including soil preparation, seeding methods, farm equipment, livestock and

organic farming.

Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.

Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through

written and oral production.

Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,

over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and

phrases.

Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301

Unit 1 – The Agricultural Engineer

Unit 2 – Crops

Unit 3 – Livestock

Unit 4 – Animal Industries and Products

Unit 5 – Breeding

Unit 6 – Slaughter and Processing

Unit 7 – Measurements 1

Unit 8 – Measurements 2

Unit 9 – Numbers and Basic Math

Unit 10 – Analyzing Quantities

Unit 11 – Describing Change

Unit 12 – Large Numbers

Unit 13 – Tables and Graphs

Unit 14 – SI Units

Unit 15 – Education

Agricultural Engineering

Unit 1 – Problem Solving

Unit 2 – Accounting

Unit 3 – Scientific Method

Unit 4 – Rate Processes

Unit 5 – Weather

Unit 6 – Soil Classification

Unit 7 – Salt and Acidity

Unit 8 – Planting and Cultivation

Unit 9 – Harvesting Equipment

Unit 10 – Economics

Unit 11 – Engines 1

Unit 12 – Engines 2

Unit 13 – Powertrains

Unit 14 – GMOs

Unit 15 – Career Options

Unit 1 – Tractors

Unit 2 – Tractor Power Ratings

Unit 3 – Machine Calibration 1

Unit 4 – Machine Calibration 2

Unit 5 – Equipment Efficiency

Unit 6 – Land Description

Unit 7 – Surveying

Unit 8 – Runoff and Erosion

Unit 9 – Irrigation 1

Unit 10 – Irrigation 2

Unit 11 – Crop Problems

Unit 12 – Crop Handling and Storage

Unit 13 – Animal Waste Management

Unit 14 – Animal Housing

Unit 15 – Technological Advances

Agricultural Engineering: Agricultural Engineering is a new educational resource for agricultural engineering professionals who want to

improve their English communication in a work environment. Incorporating career specific vocabulary and contexts,

each unit offers step-by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading,

listening, speaking and writing. Agriculture Engineering addresses topics including types of crops, irrigation, genetic,

modification, harvesting and career options.

Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.

Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through

written and oral production.

Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,

over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and

phrases.

Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301

Unit 1 – Forestry

Unit 2 – Parts of a Tree

Unit 3 – Parts of a Forest

Unit 4 – Products

Unit 5 – Forestry Equipment 1

Unit 6 – Forestry Equipment 2

Unit 7 – Binds

Unit 8 – Cuts and Notches

Unit 9 – Safety Equipment

Unit 10 – Safety Measures

Unit 11 – First Aid

Unit 12 – Basic Actions

Unit 13 – Types of Trees 1

Unit 14 – Types of Trees 2

Unit 15 – Education

Forestry

Unit 1 – Tree Growth

Unit 2 – Forest Inventory

Unit 3 – Timber Metrics

Unit 4 – Forest Ecosystems

Unit 5 – Forests and Stands

Unit 6 – Forest Plans

Unit 7 – Land Classification 1

Unit 8 – Land Classification 2

Unit 9 – Surveying

Unit 10 – Silviculture 1

Unit 11 – Silviculture 2

Unit 12 – Harvests

Unit 13 – Sawmills 1

Unit 14 – Sawmills 2

Unit 15 – Measurements

Unit 1 – Types of Forestry 1

Unit 2 – Types of Forestry 2

Unit 3 – Evaluating Forest Resources

Unit 4 – Optimizing Levels

Unit 5 – Tree Health Defects

Unit 6 – Geographic Data 1

Unit 7 – Geographic Data 2

Unit 8 – Topography

Unit 9 – Projections

Unit 10 – Firefighting / Burns

Unit 11 – Animal Habitats

Unit 12 – Heavy Machinery

Unit 13 – Environmental Issues

Unit 14 – Sustainability

Unit 15 – Career Options

Forestry: Forestry is a new educational resource for agricultural engineering professionals who want to improve their English

communication in a work environment. Incorporating career specific vocabulary and contexts, each unit offers step-

by-step instruction that immerses students in the four key language components: reading, listening, speaking and

writing. Forestry addresses topics including types of trees, logging equipment, heavy machines, mills and career

options.

Levels: The series is organized into three levels of difficulty and offers a minimum of 400 vocabulary terms and phrases.

Every unit includes a test of reading comprehension, vocabulary and listening skills and leads students through

written and oral production.

Included Features: A variety of realistic reading passages, career-specific dialogues, 45 reading and listening comprehension checks,

over 400 vocabulary terms and phrases, guided speaking and writing exercises, complete glossary of terms and

phrases.

Level 1 - 101 Level 2 - 201 Level 3 - 301

Coming Soon At LVC, we are continually expanding the range of available courses to ensure that we can provide

the right course for you.

Contact LVC to find out more about these upcoming courses.

Plant Production

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Employers and educational

institutions will be in no doubt

about your English language

skills when presented with this

certificate of professional

training.

Situated close to the centre of London, the University of Greenwich

boasts a substantial Faculty of Education. Drawing on their extensive

knowledge and experience of language education, the university now offers

language certificates for international students.

LVC is the sole provider of Greenwich exams in the Greater Region.

The University of Greenwich

A Prestigious Certificate

Complete your education at LVC by

obtaining a certificate of English

validated by the University of

Greenwich, England.

Each course offered by LVC has a

corresponding, specialized exam and

certificate.

Complete Your

Education at LVC

University Validated Certificates

LVC and Your Education

Level 1 - 101

LVC – Preparation for

AGE

18

Job / University

Level 2 - 201

Level 3 - 301

Certificate of English

AGE

21

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