The Horticulture program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in environmental horticulture. The program provides learning opportunities which introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and technical knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to retrain or upgrade present knowledge and skills.
Education: A high school diploma or its equivalent is not required for admission, but must be obtained before receiving a diploma from SGTC.
Age: 16 years or older
Placement: Achievement of appropriate scores on the college's placement test or submission of acceptable SAT or ACT scores. Provisional Admission accepted.
| Course | Credit Hours |
|---|
| GENERAL CORE COURSES | |
ENGL 1010 Fundamentals of English I Emphasizes the development and improvement of written and oral communication abilities. Topics include analysis of writing, applied grammar and writing skills, editing and proofreading skills, research skills, and oral communication skills.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Business Communications Essentials: A Skills Approach to English, ISBN 978-0-13-253971-5, $156.47
2570 | 3 |
MATH 1012 Foundations of Mathematics Emphasizes the application of basic mathematical skills used in the solution of occupational and technical problems.Topics include fractions, decimals, percents, ratios and proportions, measurement and conversion, formula manipulation, technical applications, and basic statistics.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Applied Basic Mathematics, ISBN 0-321691822, $202.24
- RECOMMENDED: TI-30XIIS calculator, $15
2635 | 3 |
EMPL 1000 Interpersonal Relat & Prof Dev Emphasizes human relations and professional development in today*s rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include human relations skills, job acquisition skills and communication, job retention skills, job advancement skills, and professional image skills.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Your Career: How to Make it Happen, ISBN 978-11-111-572-31-0, $95.54
2560 | 2 |
| OCCUPATIONAL COURSES | |
COMP 1000 Introduction to Computer Literacy Introduces the fundamental concepts, terminology, and operations necessary to use computers. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include an introduction to computer terminology, the Windows environment, Internet and email, word processing software, spreadsheet software, database software, and presentation software.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Guidelines for Microsoft Office, ISBN 978-0763867485, $128.72
2403 | 3 |
HORT 1000 Horticulture Science Introduces the fundamentals of plant science and horticulture as a career field.Emphasis will be placed on an industry overview; plant morphology; plant physiology; environmental factors affecting horticulture practices; soil physical and chemical properties; fertilizer elements and analysis; and basic propagation techniques.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2575 | 3 |
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:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2576 | 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:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2577 | 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:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2582 | 3 |
HORT 1150 Environmental Hort Internship Provides the student with practical experience in an actural job settingThis internship allows the student to become involved in on-the-job environmental horticulture applications that require practice and follow through.Topics include:work ethics, skills, and attitudes; demands of the horticulture industry; horticultural business management; and labor supervision.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2585 | 3 |
| XXXX 300 Occupational Elective 4497 | 3 |
| AND | |
| Completion of one of the following specializations is required for graduation. | |
| GENERAL HORTICULTURE SPECIALIZATION | |
| The student selects fifteen (15) credits from the following list based on the advisor’s recommendation. | |
HORT 1030 Greenhouse Management This course helps to prepare students for a career in the management of commercial greenhouses, conservatories and institutional greenhouses.Emphasis is placed on greenhouse construction; operation and management; regulating and controlling the environment; applying cultural practices as they affect plant physiological processes and influence plant growth and development; and management of a greenhouse business.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2578 | 4 |
HORT 1041 Landscape Construction This course develops fundamental skills in landscape construction with an emphasis on landscape grading, drainage, retaining walls, and pavements. Topics include workplace safety, site preparation, project layout, construction methods, sequencing, and managerial functions.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
4350 | 4 |
HORT 1050 Nursery Prod & Mgmt Develops skills necessary to propagate and produce both container and field grown nursery stock.Topics include:industry overview, facility design, propagation techniques and environment, field grown and container production, and managerial functions for nursery production.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2580 | 4 |
HORT 1060 Landscape Design Introduces design principles, drawing skills, and plant selection techniques required to produce landscape plans for residential/commercial clients.Topics include:landscape design principles, sketching and drawing skills, site analysis, plant and material selection, and landscape design process.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2581 | 4 |
HORT 1120 Landscape Management This course introduces cultural techniques required for proper landscape management with emphasis on practical application and managerial techniques.Topics include:landscape management, safe operation and maintenance of landscape equipment, and administrative functions for landscape managers.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2583 | 4 |
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:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2584 | 3 |
HORT 1310 Irrigation & Water Mgmt Provides students with exposure to the basic principles of hydraulics and fluidics. Special attention is given to watering plant materials in various soil and climatic conditions through the use of irrigation.Topics include: industry overview; fluidics and hydraulics; system design and installation.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2587 | 4 |
HORT 1330 Turfgrass Management A study of turfgrass used in the southern United States. Topics include:industry overview, soil and soil modification; soil fertility; turf installation; turf maintenance, turf diseases, insects and weeds; and estimating costs on management practices.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2588 | 4 |
| OR | |
| LANDSCAPE SPECIALIZATION | |
HORT 1041 Landscape Construction This course develops fundamental skills in landscape construction with an emphasis on landscape grading, drainage, retaining walls, and pavements. Topics include workplace safety, site preparation, project layout, construction methods, sequencing, and managerial functions.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
4350 | 4 |
HORT 1060 Landscape Design Introduces design principles, drawing skills, and plant selection techniques required to produce landscape plans for residential/commercial clients.Topics include:landscape design principles, sketching and drawing skills, site analysis, plant and material selection, and landscape design process.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2581 | 4 |
HORT 1120 Landscape Management This course introduces cultural techniques required for proper landscape management with emphasis on practical application and managerial techniques.Topics include:landscape management, safe operation and maintenance of landscape equipment, and administrative functions for landscape managers.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2583 | 4 |
HORT 1330 Turfgrass Management A study of turfgrass used in the southern United States. Topics include:industry overview, soil and soil modification; soil fertility; turf installation; turf maintenance, turf diseases, insects and weeds; and estimating costs on management practices.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2588 | 4 |
HORT 1310 Irrigation & Water Mgmt Provides students with exposure to the basic principles of hydraulics and fluidics. Special attention is given to watering plant materials in various soil and climatic conditions through the use of irrigation.Topics include: industry overview; fluidics and hydraulics; system design and installation.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2587 | 4 |
| OCCUPATIONAL ELECTIVE COURSES | |
HORT 1160 Landscape Contracting Provides essential knowledge and skills in landscape contracting with emphasis on landscape business practices and principles, landscape bidding and estimating and managerial skills for the landscape business environment.Topics include:overview of landscape industry, landscape business principles and practices, landscape bidding and estimating and managerial skills for the landscape business environment.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2586 | 3 |
HORT 1310 Irrigation & Water Mgmt Provides students with exposure to the basic principles of hydraulics and fluidics. Special attention is given to watering plant materials in various soil and climatic conditions through the use of irrigation.Topics include: industry overview; fluidics and hydraulics; system design and installation.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2587 | 4 |
HORT 1330 Turfgrass Management A study of turfgrass used in the southern United States. Topics include:industry overview, soil and soil modification; soil fertility; turf installation; turf maintenance, turf diseases, insects and weeds; and estimating costs on management practices.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2588 | 4 |
HORT 1410 Soils This course introduces students to the basic fundamentals of soil science including:soil formation and classification; physical, chemical and biological characteristics; soil fertility and productivity; and soil management and conservation practices.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2589 | 3 |
HORT 1560 Computer-Aided Lndscp Design Introduces computer aided landscape design techniques and used in landscape design projects. Emphasis is placed on practical application of landscape design processes through use of computer applications.Topics include:software commands; scale and layers operations; and drawing and design.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
4354 | 4 |
HORT 1680 Woody Plant ID II Students will develop a systematic approach to proper classification, nomenclature, identification, culture and use of many different woody plant species suitable for the region.Topics include:principles of plan classification and nomenclature, identification traits of woody plants and identification, culture and use of woody landscape plant species.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
2591 | 3 |
| *44 minimum semester hour credits required for graduation | |
