BI 163 - Organic Gardening

Institution:

Portland Community College

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Description:

Introduces the structure and function of soils including the soil food web, composting and compost tea, and the basics of biogeochemical cycling. Explores basic plant anatomy and growing flowers, vegetables and fruits in the Pacific Northwest. Includes organic pest control, beneficial insects and pruning and grafting. The laboratory will elucidate these concepts. An interest in plants and a basic high school biology course are recommended

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.pcc.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 244-6111

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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