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Academics > All Programs > Garden Center Technician
Prepare graduates for challenging careers in the expanding field of Landscaping and Garden Centers. Students will also develop contemporary business concepts as they apply to landscape and garden centers.
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| HORT 1010 Woody Plant Identification Provides the basis for a fundamental understanding of the taxonomy, identification, and culture requirements of woody plants.Topics include:introduction to woody plants, classification of woody plants, and woody plant identification and culture requirements. Required textbooks and materials:
| 3 |
| HORT 1020 Herbaceous Plant ID Emphasizes the identification, selection, and cultural requirements of herbaceous plants.Topics include:introduction to herbaceous plants, plant classification and nomenclature of herbaceous plants, herbaceous plant identification and culture requirements and seasonal color management. Required textbooks and materials:
| 3 |
| HORT 1140 Horticulture Business Mgmt This course presents managerial techniques required for business success in a chosen horticultural field.All aspects of establishing and managing a small business will be addressed.Emphasis will be placed on strategic planning; financial management; marketing strategies; human resource management; and operations and administration. Required textbooks and materials:
| 3 |
| HORT 1080 Pest Management This course provides an introduction to the principles and mechanisms of integrated pest management across a diverse array of pests including insects, weeds, plant pathogens, nematodes and vertebrates.Specifically, the course will provide students with a fundamental and practical understanding of integrated pest management in a landscape setting with emphasis on pest indentification and control; pesticide application safety; and legal requirements for state licensure. Required textbooks and materials:
| 3 |
| *12 minimum semester hour credits required for certificate |
