Industrial Mechanics
Industrial Mechanics is an applied certificate program. It provides knowledge and skill development in installing, servicing, repairing and overhauling machines which produce industrial goods. The ...Agriculture
Agriculture plays an important role in our local economy, and Cumberland College is pleased to assist by providing agricultural based programming. The programs offered are intended to help producers enhance their operations and keep current on the latest industry trends.
Some courses we have offered include:
- Introduction to AgExpert Analyst
- Ag Expert - Advanced
- Grain Marketing
- Pesticide Applicator Course (Agriculture/Industrial Vegetation)
New for 2018-19:
- Transitioning the Farm: Getting Started on Succession Planning
- Strategic Planning and Financial Analysis of Your Farm Expansion Plan
New for 2019-20:
- Human Resource Management for Farmers
- Managing Your Farm Through the Storm
Courses may be eligible for Agricultural Skills and Knowledge (ASK) funding, which offers up to 50% reimbursement. Please visit this link for details.
As of 2020, we also offer the Certified Crop Advisor Exam Prep course in partnership with Parkland College. For more information about the certification and exams, please visit prairiecca.ca. We are offering a Fall session starting October 27, 2021. Keep watching this page for registration details.
If you are interested in any of the courses listed above or in a topic not listed, please contact the Business Development Coordinator.
Email or phone 306.862.9849
NOTE: Registration deadline is 1 week prior to course start date. Minimum enrollment is required to run all Continuing Education classes. Full payment or sponsorship is required to secure your spot in the class.
Refund Policy:
ORIGINAL RECEIPT MUST BE RETURNED BEFORE REFUND WILL BE ISSUED.
- A full refund will be issued if the student withdraws 3 days prior to the start of the course.
- 20% or $25 (whichever is greater) will be withheld if the student withdraws within 2 days prior to the start date.
- No refund will be issued after the course start date.
- Full refund will be provided if Cumberland College cancels the course.
Courses available:
Certified Crop Advisor Exam Prep
Join over 14,000 Certified Crop Advisers across North America!
Farmers have a lot invested in their business – and they rely on Certified Crop Advisors (CCA).
Having a CCA designation provides growers and employers with the confidence that you have a recognized level of expertise as a crop consultant. These courses will prepare you for the certification exams.
Depending on your preference, you can enroll in both the Prairie Provinces and International versions, or just one of them. These courses are delivered through a mix of online learning, recorded class sessions, and webinars. All of the material for this course is online – there is no need to purchase books or manuals
Tuition: $500.00
Power Engineering (Fireman's Level)
This course is intended to assist students to prepare to write the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan (TSASK) Limited Power Engineering (Fireman’s Certificate) exam.
Topics include: low pressure heat boilers, fuel and firing equipment, automatic controls, pumps, piping fittings, valves, steam and hot water heating, ventilation, basic electricity, and the Boiler Pressure Vessel Act and Regulations.
Provincial testing is not included – contact the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan (TSASK) at 1-866-530-8599 or https://www.tsask.ca/boiler-pressure-vessels/power-engineers/examination/exam-calendar to book an exam sitting.
Tuition: $400.00
Books & Supplies: $400.00
Surface Blasting Exam Prep
Whether working in your yardsite, farm, or rural municipality, this training will help you learn to use explosives safely and confidently. Working with explosives requires a skill set that includes accuracy, theoretical knowledge and keen attention to safety. The blasting course focuses on these skills while providing students with plenty of hands-on experience.
At the end of the course, students should be able to:
- Describe explosives and how to assemble them;
- Describe regulations governing the use of explosives;
- Describe requirements for storing explosives;
- Describe procedures for explosive deployment;
- Describe recording procedures;
- Describe procedures for disposing of explosives.
** Class may end earlier on the Sunday depending on the weather and ability to complete the necessary learning objectives.
STUDENT REQUIREMENTS: Students must present a criminal record check on the first day of class. As well - you will be required to wear personal protective equipment including: steel-toed boots, hard hat and safety glasses.
Minimum age is 18 years old.
Provincial Exam Not Included
Tuition: $850.00
