- Description
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Everything we do at Olds College is done to advance all aspects of the agriculture industry. All of our programs and actions align to our social purpose.
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- https://www.oldscollege.ca
Recent experiences
Project Management (Agriculture Technology)
ATI3006
Olds College invites industry partners to engage in collaborative projects with second-year students enrolled in the Project Management for Sustainable Systems course. This program equips learners with advanced project management skills tailored for addressing sustainability challenges in agriculture technology. Students aim to apply theoretical knowledge through practical projects that integrate innovative solutions and sustainable practices into agricultural systems. By participating in this experience, employers contribute to fostering future leaders in sustainable agriculture technology. Employers are expected to maintain regular communication with student teams, provide guidance and necessary project information, attend virtual final presentations, and offer constructive feedback through the Riipen platform.
Project Management (Agriculture & Food)
MGT3200
Olds College, known for its excellence in agricultural education, invites employers to collaborate on real-world projects with third-year students enrolled in the MGT3200 Project Management for Agriculture course. This program equips learners with advanced project management skills tailored for agricultural contexts, emphasizing practical application and problem-solving. Students are eager to gain hands-on experience and contribute to meaningful projects that address contemporary challenges in agriculture. Employers are expected to engage regularly with student groups, provide guidance and necessary project information, attend virtual final presentations, and offer constructive feedback through the Riipen platform.
Agricultural Communication - Marketing/PR/Social Media/Communications
WIL 2500
Overall Info: Welcome to Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, where groundbreaking education meets real-world impact. Our Experiential Learning in the Workplace course (WIL2500) offers a unique opportunity for industry partners like you to collaborate with our students, driving innovation and fostering experiential learning. Our institution, renowned for its commitment to excellence, empowers students to tackle industry challenges with creativity and expertise under the guidance of seasoned professionals. Students will require 400 hours of placement work. Paid positions preferable. Steps for Matching: Step 1: Match Request Submission: Submit your project details, initiating a discussion with our professor to ensure alignment with learning objectives. Step 2: Pre-Approval: Upon mutual agreement, both parties confirm the match on the Riipen platform, marking the initial approval stage. Step 3: Educator Choosing: Projects become available for student selection, allowing them to choose collaborations tailored to their interests and expertise. Step 4: Collaboration Starts: Seamless communication unfolds on the Riipen platform, fostering engagement among educators, employers, and learners. Ideal Partner: We seek partners committed to driving innovation and supporting the development of future industry leaders. Ideal projects align with our course objectives, providing students with hands-on experience in communication and agriculture while delivering tangible benefits to our industry partners.
Precision Agriculture Technology
WIL 2500
Overall Info: Welcome to Olds College of Agriculture & Technology, where groundbreaking education meets real-world impact. Our Experiential Learning in the Workplace course (WIL2500) offers a unique opportunity for industry partners like you to collaborate with our students, driving innovation and fostering experiential learning. Our institution, renowned for its commitment to excellence, empowers students to tackle industry challenges with creativity and expertise under the guidance of seasoned professionals..