Faculty: | Werklund School of Agriculture Technology |
Field of Study: | Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations Agricultural Business and Management, Other Agricultural Economics Horticultural Science Plant Sciences, General Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture Urban and Community Horticulture
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Description: | Discover the future of sustainable farming.
Designed to meet Canada’s growing demand for sustainable, high-tech agriculture and the revolutionary field of Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA), this cutting-edge program is your gateway to a rewarding career in vertical farming, hydroponics, and more.
In this introductory program, you will gain hands-on experience and the knowledge necessary to optimize plant growth with indoor growing technology. This unique program balances plant production techniques with current technologies and relevant business practices for success in the emerging field of controlled environment agriculture.
Whether you're a high school graduate or a working professional, our comprehensive curriculum, spanning crop selection to system troubleshooting, equips you with the specialized skills the industry needs. Additionally, you'll have the chance for a field placement, offering invaluable real-world experience.
Work-integrated learning: Following the completion of the required courses, you will have the opportunity to complete an optional field placement, allowing you to explore controlled environment agriculture systems based on your specific area of interest and enhance your industry-specific knowledge and skills.
Credentials: Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will receive a certificate in Indoor Agriculture |