Precision Agriculture - Techgronomy Diploma

Program Status

Fall 2020

Fall 2021

• Open

• Upcoming

What will you learn?

Graduates from the Diploma in Precision Agriculture - Techgronomy will be prepared for careers that necessitate a deep understanding of the connectedness of 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 disrupting the industry.

Apply precision agriculture technology within diverse agronomic contexts
Operate and evaluate precision agriculture equipment for current agricultural conditions and issues
Integrate and analyze agricultural field data using precision agriculture software to provide recommendations for sustainable cropping decisions
Install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair precision agriculture hardware and equipment, including electrical/mechanical/hydraulic/software systems
Integrate agronomic principles in precision agriculture practices related to economic, environmental, and social impacts

Analyze the complexity and interdependence of agricultural ecosystems including plant, water, and soil science
Analyze the design and function of agricultural equipment in relation to agronomic principles
Apply knowledge and understanding of the nature and performance of agricultural information systems to make recommendations to stakeholders
Apply business principles to sales, client relations, return on investment, financial planning, and budgeting

Credential: Diploma

Length of Program: 2 Years

Method of Delivery: The Diploma in Precision Agriculture - Techgronomy will offer blended course delivery. Face-to-face classes will be on-campus at Olds College and the Olds College Smart Farm ecosystem.

Program Intakes: The first intake will be September 2020

Applications Open: October 1 for the Fall Intake

Selection Process for Admission: First Qualified, First Accepted

Tuition, Mandatory Fees, Books, and Supplies: Please refer to the current Fee Schedule for details

Tuition & Fees: $9,388 / Supplies: $2,212

*These fees are provided as estimates only for the purposes of budgeting. Please note that all fees are best estimates and are subject to change.

Admission Requirements:

Minimum of:
- 50% or better in English 30-1 or 30-2
- 55% or better in Math 20-1 or 20-2
- 50% or better in two of Science 20, Biology 20, Chemistry 20, Physics 20, OR one of Science 30, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30

First qualified, first admitted

Precision Agriculture - Techgronomy Diploma

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