Agriculture Technology
Integrated Pest Management Essentials certificate
Integrated pest management plays a key role in today's agriculture. This certificate is comprised of 15 credits (5 three-credit courses) and is designed
to help producers and agri-service personnel to identify and assess pests in the
field and prepare students for entry-level pest scout positions.
Entrance requirements
1. BC secondary school graduation or equivalent, or minimum 19 years of age
before first day of class.
2. Applicants must satisfy the English language policy. For details on how this requirement may be met, see .
3.
Admission to the Agriculture Technology department. Some courses have
prerequisites. Prospective students are encouraged to meet with the Agriculture
Technology department head before applying to the program. How to apply
Submit your application fee, along with your 51ÎÛÂþ application for admission
form, to the Admissions and Records (A&R) office. Application forms are
available at any A&R or Student Services office. You can also print an
application form from our website at , or you can apply directly through the internet at
.
Document required for a complete application:
• proof of BC secondary school graduation or equivalent.
When to apply
Applications
are accepted on a continuous basis throughout the year. Qualified applicants are
considered for the next intake in which there is space. See the
continuous application process
for more information.
Location
Chilliwack campus. Some courses may be available online.
Fees and additional costs
See the
Fees and Other Costs section.
Program requirements
Courses to be completed:
Program outline
| Course |
Title |
Credits |
| AGRI 163 |
Pest Biology and
Identification |
3 |
| AGRI 203 |
Fundamentals of
Pest Management |
3 |
| AGRI 204 |
Introduction to
Soils & Soil Fertility |
3 |
| AGRI 206 |
Field Techniques
in Pest Management |
3 |
| Plus: |
One approved 51ÎÛÂþ
Agriculture course, chosen from a Production certificate or
Technology diploma program |
3 |
| |
Total
credits: |
15 |
Continuance and probation
Some courses have prerequisites. Prospective students are advised to meet with the Agriculture
Technology department head before commencing the program.
Residency
Students must complete at least 50% of credits required in the certificate at 51ÎÛÂþ.
Graduation requirements
A minimum GPA of 2.0 in all courses is required in the program.
Course listings
For complete details on courses see the
course descriptions section.
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