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3.00 Credits
Students will be introduced to herbaceous plants suitable for floriculture and nursery production as well as landscape design. Identification, culture, and selection of approximately 150 annuals and perennials will be covered. Emphasis will be on plant combinations for specific sites such as cottage and herb gardens, perennial borders, and container plantings. Prerequisites: ORHT131 or ORHT141 or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides applied experiences in assorted construction techniques necessary in the development of landscapes. Included are: a survey of construction materials, including wood, brick, stone and concrete; deck design and construction; patio and walkway installation; mortarless stone wall construction; fencing; retaining wall design and construction; and landscape irrigation systems. Earthwork calculations and estimating materials are included. Required field trips supplement the classroom instruction.
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3.00 Credits
The course is a continuation and expansion of the material offered in ORHT122. Students will work with actual residential and commercial sites and clients. Additional emphasis will be given to the development of foundation plantings, patio design and scale models. New topics of study will include architecture, coastal land planning, site analysis, cost estimation and bidding. Guest speakers and required field trips will supplement the classroom and text materials. Additional course fees, including field trips and $20 copy machine user fee are required. Prerequisite: ORHT121 and ORHT122
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3.00 Credits
A continuation and elaboration of the skills and techniques involved in ORHT131. Specific cultural requirements of major cut flower, bench and field crops grown in the floriculture industry today will be studied. Students are required to grow assigned crops in the College greenhouses. Emphasis will also be placed on current research, grading, marketing and the cost of production of both major and minor floriculture crops.
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3.00 Credits
This course will focus on nursery crop production. Investigation will concentrate on container production of plants, specialized propagation techniques and fertilization. Additionally, integrated crop management for the control of weeds, insects and diseases will be presented. Part of the course will deal with nursery business management and organization. Guest speakers will supplement classroom and textbook materials. The College nursery and greenshouse facilities will be used for laboratories. A two-day field trip will be taken and a fee will be required. Prerequisite: AGSC111 or ORHT141
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3.00 Credits
Greenhouse Management is intended to provide the latest information on efficient operating and management of a commercial greenhouse business outside the sphere of specific crop producton methods. Special consideration is given to the industry, location, construction, heating, ventilation/cooling, energy conservation, alternate energy sources, soil media, watering systems, fertilizer programs, cost of production, computer-operated greenhouses, new greenhouse technology and business management practices. The Plant Science Department computer-operated greenhouses provide wroking laboratories. Required field trips to commercial floriculture and ornamental horticulture businesses. Additional course fees, including field trips, are required.
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3.00 Credits
This summer course offers a two-week concentrated investigation into the historical development of European gardens. The course will study the importance of the gardens as reflections of the social cultures of their times, the chronological order of their development and the designers important to their style. The course will also offer opportunities for the study of the plant materials and modern landscape techniques of western Europe. The entire course will be taught abroad.
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3.00 Credits
This course will include the care and maintenance of trees and other woody plants used in urban, residential, recreational, park, street and water shed (municipal) plantings and include the use, care and application of tools, equipment and other materials in the maintenance of wood plants. The assets and liabilities of woody plants will also be included in the course.
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3.00 Credits
Students will be introduced to the variety of silk and dried flowers currently on the market. A field trip to a local floral wholesaler will be scheduled. Designs to be covered include centerpieces, line designs, European gardens, wreaths, bouquets and boutique items. Pricing will be discussed. Laboratory fee of $100 is required. Prerequisite: ORHT111
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3.00 Credits
An opportunity for independent study under the guidance of a department faculty member. Students should have a strong inclination toward a particular topic based on previous interest and experiences. Further, the faculty member with whom the student chooses to work must be in full agreement with the student's choice of project at the time of enrollment. Open to department majors only.
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