HORT 101 - Introduction to Horticulture

Institution:

Heritage University

Subject:

Description:

Introduction to the basic principles of growing plants under controlled conditions. Principles of controlling the physical environment-temperature, light intensity, quality and duration, relative humidity-the selection and mixing of soil(s) for specific plants, water regimes etc. will be discussed. The interdependence between the external environment and the maintenance of the internal greenhouse environment that is desired will be quantified. Computerized control systems will be discussed and be demonstrated by visiting such a greenhouse.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.heritage.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 865-8500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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