Korean Journal of Agricultural Science (농업과학연구)

Institute of Agricultural Science, CNU (충남대학교 농업과학연구소)
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A study of the improvement of the national technical qualification practical evaluation method for National Competency Standards in the seed and horticulture industry

  • Hyun-Ho, Jang (Human Resources Development Service of Korea) ;
  • Taek-Keun, Oh (Department of Bio-environmental Chemistry, Chungnam National University) ;
  • Jwakyung, Sung (Department of Crop Science, College of Agriculture, Life Science and Environmental Chemistry, Chungbuk National University)
  • Received : 2021.07.13
  • Accepted : 2021.10.05
  • Published : 2021.12.01
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Abstract

The purpose of this study was to suggest an improvement plan ultimately to develop practical evaluation methods for national technical qualifications in the field of seeds and horticulture based on the National Competency Standards. Through this, national technical qualifications can be strengthened in terms of professionalism in the seeds and horticulture field. In order to conduct this study, the national technical qualification currently in use was matched to certain competency units and competency unit elements of National Competency Standards. We then visited an industrial site to understand the practical factors related to the technical, facility and equipment aspects of the seeds and horticulture industrial field, after which a practical evaluation exam was developed. Also, for a feasibility study, a pilot test assessment was conducted for students majoring in seeds and horticulture, with a survey also conducted with field experts and an advisory committee consisting of experts in seeds and horticulture. Based on the results, by suggesting an improvement plan for a practical evaluation method leading to better national technical qualifications in the field of seeds and horticulture, it was shown to be possible to improve knowledge, technical, and literacy aspects. This can lead to the training of outstanding technical professionals. Ultimately, the results here are expected to contribute to the improvement of the seeds and horticulture industry.

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본 연구는 한국산업인력공단(Human Resources Development Service of Korea) 국가기술자격출제실의 NCS기반 국가기술자격 평가방법개발 사업으로 수행되었습니다.

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