Building a Smart Urban Farm

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Building a Smart Urban Farm

Overview

Course Date:
16 Nov 2024 to 16 Nov 2024
14 Dec 2024 to 14 Dec 2024
Registration Period:
23 Oct 2024 to 02 Nov 2024
15 Oct 2024 to 23 Nov 2024
Duration/Frequency:
Saturday / 7 hours / 9:00am to 5:00pm
Mode of Training:
Classroom
Venue:
Singapore Polytechnic
Funding:
-

Participants would be able to start their own smart hydroponics farm with technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled automation.

Course Objective

The objective of the course is to introduce participants on how smart urban farm can create a sustainable and affordable food source and they will learn how technology can drive farming effortless and increase yields. Basic farming knowledge, techniques and maintenance processes will be discussed. Participants will also learn hydroponics farming and enjoy hands-on session during the course.

Course Outline

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Identify types of farming solutions in Singapore
• Describe the life cycle of farming process
• Describe the food safety and regulations
• Demonstrate how hydroponic works and explain its benefits
• Acquire germination skills through hands-on
• Explain how to control and maintain a farming system
• Discuss on how technologies can drive smart urban farming
• Explain the basics of indoor vertical farming setup

Minimum Requirements

Basic English Literacy and Basic IT skills

Certification / Accreditation

• Certificate of Attendance (electronic Certificate will be issued)
A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to participants who meet at least 75% attendance rate

• Certificate of Completion (electronic Certificate will be issued)
A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to participants who pass the assessment and meet at least 75% attendance rate

Suitable for

Agriculture farm manager, farm worker, farm owner, people interested in building their own urban smart farm

Course Fees

For more information on course fee / or to apply, click on the “Register” button.

Applicants/Eligibility	SkillsFuture Funding	GST*	Subsidised Fee (after GST)
Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above¹	$297. 00	$8.91	$41.91
Singapore Citizens aged below 40	$231.00	$8.91	$107.91
Singapore Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders	$231.00	$8.91	$107.91
SME-sponsored Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and LTVP+ Holders²	$297.00	$8.91	$41.91
Others (Full fees payable)	$0.00	$29.70	$359.70