|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Course Criteria
Add courses to your favorites to save, share, and find your best transfer school.
-
2.00 Credits
This course focuses on the identification, selection, uses and culture of trees, shrubs, groundcovers and vines in the northern New England landscape. Native and introduced or exotic plants are discussed, with an emphasis on the identification and selection of plants appropriate to various sites encountered in the urban and rural landscape. Field trips are required.
-
3.00 Credits
This is an introductory soil science course investigating the physical, biological and chemical properties of soils and the horticultural relationships between plants and soil. Areas of study include: soil sampling and testing, organic matter management and composting, water relationships, soil surveys, and soil fertility and plant nutrition based on the selection and use of fertilizers and soil amendments.
-
3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to applied entomology and plant pathology, and pest management strategies using the principles of integrated pest management (IPM). Common insect and plant disease organisms are identified and discussed. Emphasis is placed on plant health and pest management tactics resulting from systematic, logical, effective and environmentally safe landscape pest control decisions. There is a required field experience. Preparation for the Maine pesticide applicator's license is given.
-
2.00 Credits
This course gives students a working knowledge of landscape mapping. Students develop technical skills in equipment operation and map drawing showing land contours, surface drainage patterns, vegetative characteristics and other landscape information. Prerequisite(s): MAT 115.
-
3.00 Credits
This course presents the principles and techniques of landscape management. Components of landscape contracting and landscape gardening are discussed, with an emphasis on the efficient and environmentally sound management of the landscaped area. Topics include weed management, landscape construction elements, landscape maintenance, job estimating and bidding, and business and resource management. Preparation to become a Maine Certified Landscape Professional is given. Prerequisite(s): HRT 119; HRT 120.
-
3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the scope and nature of the nursery and garden center industries in Maine and New England. Current nursery crop production and management methods are discussed as well as applications of nursery equipment and irrigation techniques. Preparation is given to become a Maine Certified Nursery Professional. Field trips are required. Pre/Co requisite(s): HRT 119.
-
2.00 Credits
This course presents the principles and practices of managing turfgrass in the landscape. Course content includes the growth, development and maintenance of cool season turfgrasses. Seeding, sodding, mowing, fertilization, turf weeds and pests and related management practices are discussed. Field trips are required.
-
2.00 Credits
This course focuses on the identification, selection, uses and culture of herbaceous landscape plants in the northern New England landscape. Emphasis is placed on the identification, environmental adaptation and ornamental value of selected plants, with applications in the perennial and annual gardens.
-
3.00 Credits
This is an introductory commercial greenhouse operations and management course. Students become familiar with greenhouse structures and equipment, the greenhouse environment, insect, disease and weed management, and crop production and marketing. Students apply methods and techniques to manage the greenhouse facility and environment and to gain experience and knowledge about common greenhouse crops. Field trips are required. Prerequisite(s): HRT 120; HRT 214.
-
3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of landscape design as it applies to residential and commercial landscapes. Included are the study of site evaluation, plan graphics, plant and landscaping materials selection, business aspects of landscape design and the principles of formal and informal design. Students prepare sketches and finished designs. Prerequisite(s): HRT 119; HRT 210; HRT 214.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Privacy Statement
|
Terms of Use
|
Institutional Membership Information
|
About AcademyOne
Copyright 2006 - 2025 AcademyOne, Inc.
|
|
|