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Courses HORT
100-INTRODUCTION TO HORTICULTURE Descriptions: |
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| HORT 100-INTRODUCTION TO HORTICULTURE | |
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A general survey of horticulture basics such as: plant processes, function, reproduction, and growth. Lab activities include plant propagation and greenhouse growing of various ornamental plants. Lectures will review career opportunities in a wide range of horticultural professions. |
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3 credits (2 lecture hours, 1 recitation hour per week), fall semester |
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| HORT 101-PLANT MATERIALS | |
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The identification and landscape characteristics of woody plants commonly found in landscapes of Northeastern United States. Part of each weeks labs will include an outdoor plant walk to view various specimens in the landscape. |
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3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours per week), fall semester |
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| HORT 102-INTRODUCTION TO FLORAL DESIGN | |
| Introduction
to the principles, elements, and basic construction techniques of commercial floral design. Hands-on labs include: corsages, bud vases, assorted arrangements, dried flowers, wreaths, and holiday designs. |
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2 credits (1 lecture hour, 2 laboratory hours), fall semester |
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| HORT 103-LANDSCAPE PLANNING AND DESIGN I | |
| Introduction
to planning and drawing landscape planting plans suitable for use by nurserymen, landscape contractors and home owners. |
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3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours), spring semester |
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| HORT 104-WEDDING FLOWER DESIGN | |
| A general
overview of the wedding flower industry. Topics include: consultation, sales, traditions, and servicing wedding orders. The major focus of lab activities will be the construction of numerous styles of bridal bouquets. |
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| 2 credits (1 lecture hour, 2 laboratory hours), spring semester | |
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105-LANDSCAPE PLANNING AND DESIGN II |
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| Continuation
of HORT 103 with emphasis on advanced landscape design, skills, and techniques. This will include computerized landscape designing and landscape construction detailing. Some projects will go from the design board into construction. |
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| Prerequisite:
HORT 103 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours), fall semester |
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| HORT 106-SYMPATHY FLOWER DESIGN | |
| A general
overview of the sympathy flower industry. Topics will include: consultation, sales, traditions, and servicing funeral orders. Casket sprays, standing sprays, baskets, vases, and more will be featured in lab. |
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| 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours), spring semester | |
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108-HERBACEOUS PLANT MATERIALS |
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| Identification,
culture, and landscape use of annuals, perennials, and tropical foliage plants. Emphasis on plants that are commercially common to the Northeast. |
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| 2 credits
(1 lecture hour and 1 lab hour), spring semester |
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109-LANDSCAPE AND TURF MANAGEMENT |
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| Principles and practices of landscape and turfgrass installation, maintenance, and management. Lecture will focus on a wide range of landscape topics including the importance of turfgrass in residential, public, and commercial applications. Lab activities will include: planting, pruning, pest and weed control, fertilization, mowing, and renovating lawns. | |
| 3 credits
(2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours), fall semester |
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200- HORTICULTURE PRODUCTION |
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| Lecture
topics include greenhouse and nursery design, construction, structure, machinery,
production methods, and operation. Laboratory exercises will include soil,
media, nutrition, plant growth modification, and the identification and
control of pests. Students are expected to grow a variety of a commercial
floriculture crops, including poinsettia. Participation in outdoor activities
associated with field and container production of trees and shrubs is required. |
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| 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours), spring semester | |
| HORT 201-PLANT PROPAGATION | |
| Theoretical
and technical practices in propagation of plants by sexual and asexual methods. Topics include division and separation, layering, grafting, budding, cuttings, micropropagation, and seed propagation. |
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| 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours), fall semester | |
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202-GREENHOUSE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT |
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| A greenhouse
crop production course. Lecture topics include : crop scheduling, propagation, cultural procedures, pest \ disease identification and control, and plant marketing. All major and minor ornamental crops common to commercial greenhouses will be discussed. Lab crop assignments will emphasize growing Easter lilies, pot mums, and bedding plants. |
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3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours), spring semester |
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203-FLOWER SHOP OPERATIONS |
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| Involvement
in all aspects of operating the campus flower shop. Activities include: constructing arrangements and displays, customer service, developing and marketing specials, and shop maintenance. |
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| 2 credits
(1 lecture hour and 3 laboratory hours), fall semester approval pending |
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| HORT 204-FLOWER SHOP MANAGEMENT | |
| Planning
and operating a commercial florist. Cut flower care, pricing, salesmanship, florist wire services, wholesale buying, and general business operations will be discussed. |
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| 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours), spring semester | |
| HORT 205-SITE ANALYSIS AND THE DESIGN PROCESS | |
| This studio
course will explore the process of developing a scheme from a project to the final design and how site analysis is an integral part of each step. Students will study the process of natural and social site analysis, learn to use concept diagrams in developing the most appropriate solution to a given site and the development of presentations. |
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| 3 credits
(2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours) |
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| HORT 240-LANDCADD | |
| Spring
continuation of HORT 103 (Landscape Planning I) and HORT 105 (Landscape Planning II) using a computer to do drafting and calculation. |
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| Prerequisites:
HORT 101, HORT 103, HORT 105, CAD 181 3 credits (1 lecture hour, 4 laboratory hours), spring semester |
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245-LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE DESIGN |
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| This course
will integrate design process, site analysis, CAD and sketching skills to focus on the residential designs. The studio work will be individual designs as well as team designs. |
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| Prerequisites:
HORT 101, ARCH 101, DRFT 154, HORT 105, CAD 181, HORT 240, HORT 205, or permission of instructor 3 credits (2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours) |
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| HORT 250-INTERNSHIP IN HORTICULTURE | |
| Work in
an approved job in the horticulture industry. Comprehensive written report required at end of work period. Employer and faculty evaluation upon completion of internship. |
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| Prerequisite:
Completion of one semester in horticulture and permission of instructor. 4 credits (12 weeks-480 hours minimum), fall or spring semester |
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