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The Turf and Landscape Design certificate is designed for individuals specifically interested in training for the horticulture/lawn care industry. It will also serve the students of the Agricultural Technologies program (AAS degree) by increasing their marketability through cross-training within the agricultural field.

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An introduction to the chemical, physical, and biological properties of soils; the origin, classification, and distribution of soils and their influence on people and food production; the management and conservation of soils; the environmental impact of soil use.

This course is designed to meet transfer requirements to a four-year institution. The course is a study of plant growth and development and the practical application of agronomic principles to crop production. Also included is the identification and control of weeds, insects and diseases; cultivating and harvesting methods; and major crops and their uses.

This course studies the turf industry from the perspective of seed varieties, planting procedures, controls of weeds, insects and disease, and the overall scope of the turf industry. Also, landscape management is covered from the point of properly growing and installing landscape plant materials, as well as the overall scope of the landscape industry.

The student will be placed with an agricultural business or operation for full-time training experience in the spring. The student will be supervised by the employer and the college coordinator. One credit hour is equivalent to a minimum of 75 hours of supervised work experience. PREREQUISITE: Student must have completed or be concurrently enrolled in 12 semester hours of credit in the corresponding discipline.

A study of the relationship between soil and crop nutrients. Includes fertilizer sources and materials, chemical forms of elements in the soil, reactions of fertilizers, and determination of fertilizer needs.

This course studies the role of chemicals in crop production. Students investigate the use and safe handling of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides. Students will learn the identification and control of various weeds, insects, and diseases.

This course is designed to teach the theory and techniques of operation of large chemical applicator equipment as found in the Ag Business Industry. Topics include computer controlled applicators, global position sensing, geographical information system, field mapping, etc.

The student will be placed with an agricultural business or operation for full-time training experience in the summer. The student will be supervised by the employer and the college coordinator. One credit hour is equivalent to a minimum of 75 hours of supervised work experience. PREREQUISITE: Student must have completed or be concurrently enrolled in 12 semester hours of credit in the corresponding discipline. Follows AGR 1261 Supervised Occupational Experience I.

Introduction to Horticulture will acquaint the student with a basic understanding of plants' form and function. This course will cover employability opportunities and skills necessary for employment which will be reinforced throughout the remainder of the program.

A study of commodity futures markets and their application for farmers and agribusiness personnel. Emphasis will be on the mechanics of the market, the theory of hedging, speculation, market information, charting, and options.

This course is a survey of the entire field of agriculture, including farm production, agricultural service and supply industries, marketing, processing, and education. Discussion will focus on skills and competencies required for a successful agricultural career.

This course introduces basic welding equipment and provides students lab experience in performing basic welding skills.

This course is designed to provide students instruction in specialized welding. Individual projects are designed and completed. Welding safety is stressed.

We recommend that you contact an advisor before enrolling in any degree, certificate, or transfer program to ensure all requirements are met including total hours associated with transfer courses.

This is a General Education or Elective course to be selected and therefore has no schedule link.