Agriculture Technology
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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. B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalent, or minimum 19 years of age
before first day of class.
2. Applicants must satisfy the English language proficiency requirement. For details on how this requirement may be met, see English language proficiency requirement in the Admissions section of the calendar.
3.
Admission to the Agriculture Technology department. Some courses have
prerequisites. Prospective students are encouraged to meet with the Agriculture
Technology department before applying to the program.
How to apply
Submit your application fee, along with your UFV application for admission
form, to the Office of the Registrar (OReg). You can apply online or download an application form at ufv.ca/admissions/admissions/apply. Application forms are also available from any OReg or Student Services office.
Document required for a complete application:
• Proof of B.C. 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
Continuous application process
for more information.
Location
Canada Education Park (CEP) campus. Some courses may be available online.
Fees and additional costs
See the
Fees and Other Costs section. Program outline
| Course |
Title |
Credits |
| AGRI 163 |
Pest Biology and
Identification |
3 |
| AGRI 203 |
Fundamentals of
Pest Management |
3 |
| AGRI 204 |
Introduction to
Soils and Soil Fertility |
3 |
| AGRI 206 |
Field Techniques
in Pest Management |
3 |
| Plus: |
One approved UFV
Agriculture course, chosen from a Production certificate or Agriculture
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 before commencing the program.
Residency
Students must complete at least 50% of credits required in the certificate at UFV.
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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