HPR 1216 - Fundamentals of landscaping and turf Management

Institution:

National Park College

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Description:

Students learn the fundamentals of horticulture, Turf grass and landscape as they apply to plant growth, development, and culture. Identification of ornamental trees, shrubs, palms, bedding plants, groundcovers, herbaceous plants, ferns, and warm-seasoned turf grasses commonly grown in the this zone. Students will also learn the cultural requirements of the plants introduced in the course. Identification and physiology, morphology, and cultural requirements of turf grass are studied. Turf grass establishment and maintenance are also emphasized. Students will also learn the introduction to basic principles of soil science. The physics, chemistry, and biology of soil are covered in this course. Other topics to be covered are soil genesis and classification, soil fertility and plant nutrient, plant growth media, and soil's natural ecosystems. Students will learn how to identify plant diseases, insect pests, and weeds commonly found attacking ornamentals, turf, and food crops. Emphasis is on control methods and pesticide safety. Students will learn to introduction to irrigation systems commonly used on golf courses and landscape facilities. Irrigation principles, systems and components, installation, a design are studied. Students are introduced to basic hydraulics and irrigation repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Career opportunities in the field of horticulture will also be explored," hands- on" experience in horticultural skills..)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.np.edu

Phone Number:

(501) 760-4222

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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