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  • 1.00 Credits

    This course centers on the current events and experimentation in fruits and vegetables as well as students' organizational and public speaking skills. Each student is expected to participate in a major presentation and discussion of subjects pertaining to research and current events in Horticulture. The course also involves use of media, interview techniques and resume preparation. 1 hour Lecture and Discussion - 1 credit
  • 2.00 Credits

    An advanced study of modern techniques in the marketing of fruits, vegetables, and ornamentals. Illustrated lectures, discussion periods and research reports are supplemented by laboratory field trips to various types of retail and wholesale facilities for marketing of processed and fresh market products as well as floral and landscaping operations. 1 hour Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory - 2 credits
  • 3.00 Credits

    An advanced study designed to acquaint the student with the application of scientific facts and principles as well as commercial trends and applications involved in the successful production, utilization and marketing of the important vegetable crops. Prerequisite: Commercial Vegetable Production. Offered in Fall Semester of odd numbered years. 2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory - 3 credits
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to provide the Horticulture Production intern with a background in the applied techniques for fruit and vegetable production. The student will focus on one aspect of production and develop an innovative idea for the possible improvement of current College practices. An oral presentation and written report will be given. Applied courses in Horticulture may be taken one time only. Prerequisite: Student must be currently enrolled in the Horticulture Production Internship. Work experience during the Fall Semester cannot be used for the work employment program. Scheduled by arrangement - 1 credit
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to provide the Horticulture Marketing intern with a background in the applied techniques for marketing fruit and vegetables. The student will focus on one aspect of marketing and develop an innovative idea for the possible improvement of current College practices. An oral presentation and written report will be given. Applied courses in Horticulture may be taken one time only. Prerequisite: Student must be currently enrolled in the Horticulture Marketing Internship. Work experience during the Fall Semester cannot be used for the work employment program. Scheduled by arrangement - 1 credit
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed to develop a basic understanding of methods of control of insect pests, plant diseases, and weeds. Emphasis is placed on the identification of common pest insects, plant diseases and weeds and the selection of appropriate control agents. Safe handling and disposal of pesticides are important components of the course. The course is also designed to prepare students for pesticide applicator certification. Not open to Horticulture majors. 2 hours Lecture and 2 hours Laboratory - 3 credits
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course presents an advanced study of the preharvest and post-harvest physiology, breeding and nutrition of deciduous fruit plants. Illustrated lectures are based on the latest research findings supplemented by laboratory periods in which research projects and advanced field techniques are studied and undertaken. Prerequisite: Commercial Fruit Production. Offered in Spring Semester of even numbered years. 2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory - 3 credits
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is concerned with the recognition and methods of control of insects, fungi and weeds which adversely affect agriculture and the health and welfare of man. Prerequisites: Entomology and Principles of Organic Chemistry. 2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory - 3 credits
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides the student with intensive laboratory experience in the identification of plant pathogens, plant disease diagnosis, and plant disease control as well as a focus on the physiology of the host-parasite interaction, plant disease resistance, and disease appraisal. Prerequisite: Plant Pathology. 2 hours Lecture and 3 hours Laboratory - 3 credits
  • 1.50 Credits

    This course introduces many fundamental concepts of computers and information technology. Lectures and discussions include computer hardware and software, Internet and World Wide Web, data file and database, telecommunications and networks, and future technology trends. 1.5 hours Lecture and Discussion - 1.5 credits. Prerequisites: None. It is strongly recommended that it be taken with IT 1012 Computer Applications.
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