AgTEC Innovation Center

Do you want to increase your knowledge in agriculture and start preparing for a career or advancement?

The Reedley College (RC) AgTEC Innovation Center will house Agriculture Technology startups providing students throughout the region with critical hands on work experience through internships, job-shadows, and part-time employment. The Center provides opportunity for startups to develop relationships and network with local agriculture leaders driving innovations for agriculture, manufacturing, industrial maintenance, and logistics.

Contact:

Phone: 559-545-5344

AgTec Counselor: Jerry Gomez jerry.gomez@reedleycollege.edu

 

What is AgTEC?

F3’s AgTEC Workforce initiative is a training program offered by seven California Community Colleges meant to develop your skills in Agriculture Technology. Master a wide range of learning areas like Crop Production Systems, Digital Literacy, Tool Operation, and Workplace Effectiveness. Learn online at your own pace with bilingual instruction, in-person assessments, and receive in-person support from AgTEC Pathway Navigators. Use skills you may have already learned in the workforce to open the door to more opportunities in the field of agriculture.

Interested in working with RC AgTEC?

Fill out our Interest Form

Why Choose the AgTEC Program?

  • Use your experience to earn a valuable certificate.
  • Broaden your career pathways within the agricultural industry.
  • Gain a better understanding of the industry through training and networking.
  • Master essential skills in tool operation, digital literacy, food safety and more.
  • There is no prior education required.

How AgTEC Works:

  • Courses will be offered in English and Spanish.
  • Advance at your own pace.
  • Courses are flexible. 
  • Student coaching support will be provided by AgTEC Pathway Navigators. 
AgTec Worker

The Ag Systems Certificate (12 units)

There are 14 different core skills to learn in the program. These skills will be tested through in-person assessment, and are as follows:

Core Competency Performance Indicators

Digital Literacy

I can identify and utilize digital technology (hardware and software) used in agriculture.

Basic Equipment Operations

I can safely operate electronic and mechanical equipment used in agriculture.

Basic Equipment Configuration

I can safely set up electrical and mechanical equipment in agricultural tasks.

Basic Equipment Troubleshooting

I can troubleshoot basic electrical, mechanical, and software systems and communicate identified issues effectively.

General Agricultural Systems Fundamentals

I can explain agriculture industry fundamentals.

Crop Production Systems

I can explain the fundamentals of plant science and crop production systems.

Tool Operations

I can safely use basic hand and power tools.

Applied Technical Reading

I can read and interpret agricultural industry documents.

Interpersonal Skills

I can demonstrate social and emotional intelligence in professional settings.

Animal Production Systems

I can explain the fundamentals of animal systems.

Food Safety

I can implement best practices to meet manufacturing, food safety, and sanitation requirements.

Basic Safety

I can follow workplace safety protocols using Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) standards. 

Industry Communication

I can communicate effectively using industry methods within an organizational structure.

Applied Technical Writing

I can write effective agricultural technical reports.