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Agriculture

Integrated Pest Management associate certificate

QUICK FACTS

Credential:
Associate certificate

Duration:
Two semesters

Format:
Full time, Part time

How to apply

Start date:
January, September 

Location:
Chilliwack campus at CEP

Cost:
(Details)

FEATURES:

  • Field trips enhance classroom learning

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Integrated pest management plays a key role in today's agriculture. This associate 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. The program focuses on environmnentally conscious management strategies based on pest lifecycle and ecology.

Topics include:

  • Pest biology and identification
  • Fundamentals of pest management
  • Introduction to soils and soil fertility
  • Field techniques in pest management

CAREER EXPECTATIONS

The Integrated Pest Management associate certificate prepares you for entry-level pest scout positions in government agencies, pest control companies, or agricultural services companies.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

View the Integrated Pest Management associate certificate entrance requirements in the UFV Academic Calendar.

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