Integrated Pest Management

Training Provider: Republic Polytechnic
Course Reference: TGS-2023018035
S$280
Original: S$933
Save S$653

About This Course

This module is part of the Diploma in Applied Science (Urban Agricultural Technology).

What You'll Learn

This module covers the principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in farm setups. IPM is a holistic approach for the selection and use of pest control which ensures favourable economic, ecological and social consequences. In this module, students will learn more about the various pest management methods such as traditional preventive practices, mechanical and biological controls, and the responsible use of synthetic pesticides. Students will also learn the concepts of pest acceptance levels and economic injury levels that will enable them to carry out risk assessment and identify appropriate control measures.

Entry Requirements

" At least 3 ‘O’ Level passes in the following subjects:
- English Language (EL1 or EL2) Grade 1 – 7
- Any Science subject Grade 1 – 6
- Any 1 relevant subject subject Grade 1 – 6
and at least 1 year relevant work experience

Higher Nitec
• GPA ≥ 2.0
OR
• GPA ≥ 1.5 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

Nitec
• GPA ≥ 3.5
OR
• GPA ≥ 3.0 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience
Higher Nitec in Technology/Services
• GPA ≥ 2.0 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience
Nitec in Technology/Services
• GPA ≥ 3.5 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

WSQ
• Relevant WSQ Advanced Certificate (or higher) AND at least 1 year relevant work experience AND Level 6 WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA and Workplace Numeracy SOA

• Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 2 years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness.

Course Details

Duration 30 hours
Language English
Training Commitment Part Time
Total Enrolled New course
Back to All Courses
Note: To apply for this course, visit or contact the training provider directly.

More Courses from Republic Polytechnic

The application of Computer Vision in object identification and classification is well-established s...
Duration 8 hours
Fee After Subsidy S$162
The course equips learners on the skills of qualitative market research such as facilitating focus g...
Duration 72 hours
Fee After Subsidy S$354
The course equips learners on the skills of qualitative market research such as facilitating focus g...
Duration 72 hours
Fee After Subsidy S$354