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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Techniques of horticultural merchandising. Emphasis is on business site feasibility, selection and requirements; advertising and sales techniques; purchasing, pricing and profit determination. Guest speakers and field trips to commercial sites are used to advantage. (3,0) 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
Discussion of alternative pest control programs with emphasis on their safety and environmental quality. Such programs will include: mechanical or physical removal of the pest, biological control such as introduction of beneficial organisms (both micro and macro organisms), and chemical control. The chemical control will be discussed in conjunction with other methods mentioned above and usually as a last resort. (3,0) 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course will cover the correct techniques and procedures required for the proper identification of woody plant problems. The student will be required to draw upon the cumulative educational experiences of the first three semesters in identifying insect disease, site and physiological problems affecting woody plants. The use of keys and integrated control measures will be stressed. Prerequisite(s): HOR 101, HOR 201, HOR 211 (2,2) 3 credits
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2.00 - 3.00 Credits
Fundamental techniques, theory and principles in the production of horticultural plants by seed, cutting, layering & grafting. (2,2) 3 credits
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2.00 - 3.00 Credits
The study of relationships of organisms to their environment and to each other. Emphasis is on plant relationships. Field trips will be taken to observe the various ecological plant communities. (2,3) 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
The course will concentrate on the design, installation and maintenance of interior plantings in both commercial and residential settings. Topics covered include the principles of design, preparation of plans, interior horticultural practices, and cost estimating. Prerequisite(s): HOR 218 or Department approval (2,2) 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This is an independent study course designed to offer a student experience in research and its application in the horticulture industry. Under the direction of a faculty member, students would select a topic of interest within their area of specialization. The number of credits received will be determined by the complexity of the program and agreed upon between the student and the Department Chair prior to the student registering for the course. Note: May be taken only with permission of the Department Chair (1,0)1 or (3,0)3 credits
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1.00 Credits
This is a one-credit independent study course designed to offer the student the opportunity to pursue an activity in the field of horticulture. This activity will be directed by a faculty member. The topic for study will be agreed upon by the faculty member, the student, and the Department Chair prior to the student registering for the course. Note: May be taken only with permission of the Department Chair (1,0) 1 credit
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3.00 Credits
This course will study landscape structures and landscape features with an emphasis on engineering principles and hands on applications. Topics will include: concrete construction, brick, bluestone and modular patios, wall construction, retaining wall engineering, pavings, walks, and drives, fence and gate construction, decorative pools, fountains, drainage structures, landscape lighting, pergolas, arbors, gazebos. Labs will consist of engineering layout and construction of patios, decks, fences, etc. Prerequisite(s): HOR 171 (2,3) 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
Emphasis in this course will be placed on theory and principles of design related to residential landscape design. Landscape design problems will be presented in plan, elevation and perspective form. Prerequisite(s): HOR 133, HOR or HOR 212 (1,4) 3 credits
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