Precision Agriculture - Techgronomy Diploma
The Precision Agriculture - Techgronomy program is an exciting NEW diploma focused on data, technology and agronomy. Graduates from the Diploma in Precision Agriculture - Techgronomy will be prepared for careers that require a deep understanding of the connectedness between agronomy, agriculture machinery/purpose built network management, and data sciences. Students will engage in hands-on training on our Olds College Smart Farm ecosystem, focusing on integrating precision technology and agronomy and enhancing decision support systems through actionable and effective on-farm decision making. Graduates will be prepared to work in fast-paced environments where emerging technologies are constantly influencing the industry.
Length of Program: 2 Years
Method of Delivery: Blended
Program Intake: September
Agriculture Technology Integration Post-Diploma Certificate
Designed for students who already have a diploma, degree or journey-person certification in a related field, such as mechanics, agriculture, land, environment, technology or engineering. The new Agriculture Technology Integration Post-Diploma Certificate will provide you with an understanding of how related technologies interact to provide accurate information and real-time monitoring data to the agriculture producer. Learn to link emerging technologies with existing farm infrastructure to enable producers to maximize their time in the field.
Length of Program: 8 Months
Method of Delivery: Olds Campus or Online
Program Intake: September
Experience the Olds College Smart Farm
As a student in the Agriculture Technology programs, you will have access to the Olds College Smart Farm, a giant lab that gives our agriculture technology students a competitive advantage, and sets us apart from any other program offered in Canada. The Smart Farm ensures students have access to new and innovative technologies in a real-world agriculture environment.