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4.00 Credits
Compliance with EPA regulations in the safe use, storage, and disposal of pesticides are emphasized along with Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Best Management Practices (BMP). Also, identifi cation and control of major insect, disease, and weed problems affecting turfgrass and ornamental horticulture. Upon completion of the course students will be given the opportunity to take the certifi cation exam for turf and ornamental horticulture (category) 03. S 3 hours lecture / 2 hours laboratory
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4.00 Credits
A study of the physical, chemical and biological properties of soils as these properties relate to soil management and fertility. The student will examine differences in soils and relate these differences to the origin of the particular soil, its productive capacity and the best management practices for the soil with respect to erosion control, tillage practices, natural moisture supply, aeration, and fertility of the soil. Plant nutrition and the use of fertilizers will be covered with the student running soil tests and making fertilizer recommendations based on the test results. F 3 hours lecture / 2 hours laboratory
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3.00 Credits
The properties, functions, utilization and defi ciency symptoms of the essential nutrients for normal growth and reproduction of farm animals are studied in this course along with common livestock feeds, feed additives, nutrient requirements and feeding standards. Ration formulation for beef and dairy cattle, sheep, horses, swine and poultry is a part of the course as well as fi eld trips to area livestock farms to study routine feeding practices. As required 2 hours lecture / 2 hours laboratory
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4.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to basic health management and disease prevention programs for farm animals with a study of the characteristics and symptoms, prevention and treatment of major diseases and internal and external parasites. Students learn livestock management practices and skills including dehorning, castrating, implanting, identifi cation, foot care, vaccinating, and preparation for show and sale. Students receive group and individual instruction in these skills. The course also includes a study of buildings and equipment needed for raising and handling livestock. S 3 hours lecture / 2 hours laboratory
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4.00 Credits
Principles and commercial practices in producing the major and minor potted and cut fl owers and plants produced in a greenhouse or similar structure. Application of the principles of plant physiology as related to the control of fl owers, scheduling, environment, quality, sales and management. S 3 hours lecture / 2 hours laboratory
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3.00 Credits
Principles of greenhouse-growing structures operation and management with emphasis on environmental control, media, fertilization and nutritional monitoring, insect and disease prevention and control, marketing and management. F 2 hours lecture / 2 hours laboratory
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3.00 Credits
History of landscape design as related to contemporary applications. Development of the awareness of and sensitivity to the well organized use of landscape woody and herbaceous ornamental plants and landscape structures. Emphasis on design principles, energy conservation systems, plant identifi cation and culture, basic graphic skills, and detailed cost analysis. F 2 hours lecture / 2 hours laboratory
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3.00 Credits
Comprehensive application of landscape design skills in commercial and residential settings. Site layout, grading, applied landscape construction, and planting design theories are covered. (Prerequisite: AGRM 2410) S 2 hours lecture / 2 hours laboratory
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3.00 Credits
The proper installation and maintenance of residential and commercial landscapes including blueprint reading, job stakeout, proper planting, mulching, pest and weed control and prevention, edging, soil amending, climate protection, pruning and related business practices. (Prerequisite: AGRM 1510) S 2 hours lecture / 2 hours laboratory
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4.00 Credits
The core course is turfgrass management for all turfgrass and horticulture majors. Turfgrass species identifi cation, selection, and establishment; environmental and climatic infl uences; soils management and fertilization in turfgrass culture; and the basics of mowing, irrigation, renovation, cultivation and pest management in lawns are covered. F 3 hours lecture / 2 hours laboratory
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