ORHT 329 - Hydroponics

Institution:

SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill

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Description:

Students will investigate the basics of soilless culture, and will be provided an opportunity to grow a variety of hydroponic crops in the College greenhouses. Topics will include plant nutrition and nutrient formulations; plant culture; basics of controlled environmental agriculture; rockwool, perlite, and bark culture; nutrient film technique; vertical hydroponic systems; raft systems; as well as hydraulics and system mechanics. Field trips to commercial hydroponic growers will supplement the classroom instruction. Prerequistie: AGSC111; BIOL116; CHEM101 or 111

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cobleskill.edu/

Phone Number:

(518) 255-5525

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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