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3.00 Credits
Introduction to Turf Pre: Co: Designed to familiarize students with opportunities in the turf industry and to begin discussion of the basic fundamentals of turf grass management. Emphasis is placed on cool-season turfgrass identification, seeding, culture and maintenance. Identification and control of weed and insect pests is included. Fundamental skills are applied to practical situations in the field. (2 hours of lecture, 3 hours of lab per week)
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3.00 Credits
Turf Management Pre: Co: This course builds upon the basic principles established in HRT101. Topics considered in detail include fertilizers and turf fertilizing practices, disease control, turf pesticides and IPM practices, and associated environmental issues. The development of an annual turf maintenance calendar is included. (2 hours of lecture, 3 hours of lab per week)
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3.00 Credits
Woody Ornamental Plants Pre: Co: The identification and use of woody ornamental plants. Students gain practical knowledge of a wide range of northern ornamental trees and shrubs. Plant form, habit, soil requirements, flower, fruit, ecological relationships, susceptibility to insects and diseases and horticultural usefulness are studied. (2 hours of lecture, 3 hours of lab per week)
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3.00 Credits
Landscape Installation and Maintenance Pre: Co: An introductory study of the methods used in the development and maintenance of landscapes. The course provides a job-like experience with construction techniques used in the installation of turf, trees, shrubs, brick walks, patios, steps and stone walls, along with pruning, transplanting and fertilizing. (2 hours of lecture, 3 hours of lab per week)
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3.00 Credits
Equipment Operation Pre: Co: Covers both large and small equipment. Students develop skills using landscape construction equipment including front-end loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, bulldozers and other machines. Routine maintenance and servicing skills are included. The care, maintenance and repair of small engines and small outdoor power equipment are also covered. (2 hours of lecture, 3 hours of lab per week)
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3.00 Credits
Plant and Soil Science Pre: Co: A study of the important interactions between soils and growing plants. Basic plant structure, growth, and reproduction are considered along with plant response to environmental conditions. Soil factors affecting plant growth are covered in depth, including texture, structure, organic matter, pH and nutrients. (2 hours of lecture, 2 hours of lab per week)
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3.00 Credits
Horticulture Business Management Pre: Co: This course examines the basic issues of small business management with special emphasis on the green industry. Topics addressed include mission statements, business plans, budgets, personnel management, marking, and advertising. Students will develop a complete business plan from the idea stage to a working enterprise. (Formerly FLR104)
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3.00 Credits
Indoor Plant Materials Pre: Co: A survey of horticultural plant matrials useful for indoor plantings including flowering plants, foliage plants and succulents. Emphasis is placed on identification, cultural requirements and usefulness. (2 hours of lecture, 1 hour of lab per week) (Formerly FLR106)
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3.00 Credits
Interior Plantscaping Pre: Co: A study of the indoor plantscaping industry with emphasis on plant care and maintenance. Practical experience in design, site preparation, installation, and maintenance of indoor plantings is included. Field trips to local area indoor plantings are required. Students without previous experience with plant materials are encouraged to take HRT114 (formerly FLR106) prior to enrolling in this course. (2 hours of lecture, 3 hours of lab per week) (Formerly FLR110)
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1.00 Credits
Pesticide Safety Pre: Co: A series of workshops designed to prepare industry employees for the core exam as part of the Massachusetts pesticide licensing process. The Pesticide Applicator Training Manual and application for the exam are required for class.
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