Vertical Farming Technologies

Unlock the future of agriculture with our Microcredential in Vertical Farming, a dynamic short course designed to launch your interest in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA).

Over six comprehensive modules, you will learn the biological essentials of indoor crops, learn to manage state-of-the-art facility infrastructure, and gain critical skills in environmental control and commercial food safety. Beyond the science, you will dive into the economics and automation technologies driving the industry before bringing your vision to life in a hands-on final design project. Whether you are an aspiring agritech entrepreneur or an industry professional, this program provides the practical expertise and competitive edge needed to thrive in modern indoor farming.

Dates: Open Enrolment

Cost to complete the microcredential: $199

Key Program Takeaways

• Foundations of CEA: Explores the history, evolution, advantages, and limitations of greenhouse versus vertical farming systems within both a Canadian and global context.

• Biological Foundations: Teaches plant science, photosynthesis, nutrient uptake, and growth cycles to help learners select and match appropriate crops to indoor systems.

• Infrastructure & Hardware: Investigates physical facility components, including rack setups, LED lighting spectrums, irrigation infrastructure, and environmental control equipment.

• Environmental Management: Trains students to actively monitor and control variables like temperature, humidity, CO₂, air circulation, and crop harvest scheduling.

• Commercial Operations & Food Safety: Emphasizes sanitation protocols, worker safety, record keeping, pest management, and HACCP compliance for clean food production.

• Economics, Tech & Capstone: Covers energy efficiency, production costs, and automation, culminating in a final design project detailing crop selection, systems, and financial factors.

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