Horticulture Technology

The Horticulture Technology program at Alamance Community College offers courses that provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career in the green industry. It is a unique program designed to provide comprehensive knowledge of horticultural practices through a hands-on approach.

The program offers a variety of courses which cover the broad range of subject matter within the discipline of Horticulture. Some of the course topics are as follows: applied plant science, plant identification, propagation, greenhouse operations, arboriculture, landscape irrigation, sales, marketing, landscape design, construction and management.

The overall goal of this program is to provide students with a thorough and well-rounded education in horticulture that prepares them for employment in the industry. In addition to the knowledge and skills implemented in the program, students are introduced and exposed to the industry through field trips, guest speakers and numerous opportunities to attend industry trade-shows, conferences and symposiums. These opportunities offered to students enhance the educational experience by providing a better look into the diverse career paths available in horticulture as well as networking opportunities with potential employers in the local area and throughout the nation.

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*This program combines seated, hybrid, and online course options.

Course Number	Course Title	contact hours	Credit hours
HOR-160	Plant Materials I	4	3
HOR-160 Plant Materials I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers identification, culture, characteristics, and use of plants in a sustainable landscape. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature, identification, growth requirements, cultural requirements, soil preferences, and landscape applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the proper selection and utilization of plant materials, including natives and invasive plants. Register for this class
TRF-220	Turfgrass Calculations	2	2
TRF-220 Turfgrass Calculations PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the specific math concepts and calculations necessary in the turfgrass industry. Emphasis is placed on calibration of equipment used in the application of fertilizers and pesticides and calculation of solid materials used in construction. Upon completion, students should be able to correctly perform basic calculations and calibrations and estimate materials needed in specific professional turfgrass management situations. Register for this class
HOR-162	Applied Plant Science	4	3
HOR-162 Applied Plant Science PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the basic concepts of botany as they apply to horticulture. Topics include nomenclature, physiology, morphology, and anatomy as they apply to plant culture. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the basic principles of botany to horticulture. Register for this class
HOR-166	Soils and Fertilizers	4	3
HOR-166 Soils and Fertilizers PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the physical and chemical properties of soils and soil fertility and management. Topics include soil formation; classification; physical, chemical, and biological properties (including microorganisms); testing; and fertilizer application. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, evaluate, and properly amend soils/media according to sustainable practices. Register for this class
CIS-111	Basic PC Literacy	3	2
CIS-111 Basic PC Literacy PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course provides an overview of computer concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of personal computers and software applications for personal and fundamental workplace use. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic personal computer skills. Register for this class
	Semester Total	17	13

Course Number	Course Title	contact hours	Credit hours
HOR-161	Plant Materials II	4	3
HOR-161 Plant Materials II PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course provides a supplementary opportunity to cover identification, culture, characteristics, and use of plants in a sustainable landscape, giving students a broader knowledge of available landscape plants for utilization in landscapes and plant production. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature, identification, growth requirements, cultural requirements, soil preferences, landscape applications and expansion of the plant palette. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the proper selection and utilization of plant materials, including natives and invasive plants. Register for this class
HOR-116	Landscape Management I	4	3
HOR-116 Landscape Management I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers information and skills necessary to analyze a property and develop a management schedule. Emphasis is placed on property measurement, plant condition, analysis of client needs, and plant culture needs. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze a property, develop management schedules, and implement practices based on client needs. Register for this class
HOR-168	Plant Propagation	4	3
HOR-168 Plant Propagation PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course is a study of sexual and asexual reproduction of plants. Emphasis is placed on seed propagation, grafting, stem and root propagation, micro-propagation, and other propagation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully propagate ornamental plants. Register for this class
HOR-118	Equipment Operation and Maintenance	4	2
HOR-118 Equipment Operation and Maintenance PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the proper operation and maintenance of selected equipment used in horticulture. Emphasis is placed on the maintenance, minor repairs, safety devices, and actual operation of selected equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to design a maintenance schedule, service equipment, and demonstrate safe operation of selected equipment. Register for this class
HOR-277	Horticultural Sales & Services	3	3
HOR-277 Horticultural Sales & Services PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces various strategies for marketing horticulture products and services. Topics include wholesale, retail, and consignment sales; advertising media; costing products and services; preparing estimates, bids, and proposals; and consumer relations. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a marketing strategy for various horticulture products and services. Register for this class
	Semester Total	19	14

Course Number	Course Title	contact hours	Credit hours
HOR-114	Landscape Construction	4	3
HOR-114 Landscape Construction PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the design and fabrication of landscape structures/features. Emphasis is placed on safety, tool identification and use, material selection, construction techniques, and fabrication. Upon completion, students should be able to design and construct common landscape structures/features. Register for this class
HOR-215	Landscape Irrigation	4	3
HOR-215 Landscape Irrigation PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces basic irrigation design, layout, and installation. Topics include site analysis, components of irrigation systems, safety, types of irrigation systems, and installation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to design and install basic landscape irrigation systems. Register for this class
ENG-115	Oral Communication	3	3
ENG-115 Oral Communication PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • Take DRE-096 This course introduces the basic principles of oral communication in both small group and public settings. Emphasis is placed on the components of the communication process, group decision-making, and public address. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the principles of effective oral communication in small group and public settings. Register for this class
	Semester Total	11	9

Course Number	Course Title	contact hours	Credit hours
HOR-112	Landscape Design I	5	3
HOR-112 Landscape Design I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers landscape principles and practices for residential and commercial sites. Emphasis is placed on drafting, site analysis, and common elements of good design, plant material selection, and proper plant utilization (encouraged use of native plants and discouraged use of invasive species). Upon completion, students should be able to read plans and draft a landscape design according to sustainable practices. Register for this class
HOR-164	Horticultural Pest Management	4	3
HOR-164 Horticultural Pest Management PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the identification and management of plant pests including insects, diseases, and weeds. Topics include pest identification and beneficial organisms, pesticide application safety and use of least toxic methods of management. Upon completion, students should be able to manage common landscape pests using least toxic methods of control and be prepared to sit for North Carolina Commercial Pesticide Ground Applicators license. Register for this class
HOR-257	Arboriculture Practices	4	2
HOR-257 Arboriculture Practices PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the culture and maintenance of trees and shrubs. Topics include fertilization, pruning, approved climbing techniques, pest control, and equipment use and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to properly prune trees and shrubs and perform arboricultural practices. Register for this class
HOR-152	Horticultural Practices	3	1
HOR-152 Horticultural Practices PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the maintenance of ornamental plantings and production areas. Topics include maintenance of flower beds, vegetable gardens, greenhouses, and container and field nursery stock using sound horticultural practices. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles and practices of maintaining ornamental landscape plantings. Register for this class
HOR-253	Horticulture Turfgrass	4	3
HOR-253 Horticulture Turfgrass PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers information and skill development necessary to establish and manage landscape turfgrasses. Topics include grass identification, establishment, cultural requirements, application of control products, fertilization, and overseeding techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze a landscape site and determine those cultural and physical activities needed to establish or mange a quality turf. Register for this class
	Semester Total	20	12

Course Number	Course Title	contact hours	Credit hours
HOR-134	Greenhouse Operations	4	3
HOR-134 Greenhouse Operations PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the principles and procedures involved in the operation and maintenance of greenhouse facilities. Emphasis is placed on the operation of greenhouse systems, including the environmental control, record keeping, scheduling, and production practices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to operate greenhouse systems and facilities to produce greenhouse crops. Register for this class
HOR-273	Horticultural Management & Marketing	3	3
HOR-273 Horticultural Management & Marketing PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the steps involved in starting or managing a horticultural business. Topics include financing, regulations, market analysis, employer/employee relations, formulation of business plans, and operational procedures in a horticultural business. Upon completion, students should be able to assume ownership or management of a horticultural business. Register for this class
Choose one from the following:

HOR-213 Landscape Design II PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • HOR-112; This course covers residential and commercial landscape design, cost analysis, and installation. Emphasis is placed on job cost estimates, installation of the landscape design, and maintenance techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to read landscape design blueprints, develop cost estimates, and implement the design. Register for this class
HOR-213	Landscape Design II	4	3

HOR-225 Nursery Production PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers all aspects of nursery crop production. Emphasis is placed on field production and covers soils, nutrition, irrigation, pest control, and harvesting. Upon completion, students should be able to produce a marketable nursery crop. Register for this class
HOR-225	Nursery Production	4	3
BIO-140	Environmental Biology	3	3
BIO-140 Environmental Biology PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • DMA-010 DMA-020 DMA-030 and DRE-097 This course introduces environmental processes and the influence of human activities upon them. Topics include ecological concepts, population growth, natural resources, and a focus on current environmental problems from scientific, social, political, and economic perspectives. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of environmental interrelationships and of contemporary environmental issues. Register for this class
	Social/Behavioral Science Elective	3	3
	Humanities/Fine Arts Elective	3	3
	Semester Total	20	18

Course Number	Course Title	contact hours	Credit hours
HOR-170	Horticultural Computer Applications	4	2
HOR-170 Horticultural Computer Applications PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces computer programs as they apply to the horticulture industry. Emphasis is placed on applications of software for plant identification, design, and irrigation. Upon completion, students should be able to use computer programs in horticultural situations. Register for this class
Choose one from the following:

HOR-245 Horticultural Specialty Crops PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the techniques and requirements for the production of horticultural crops of special or local interest. Topics include development of a local market, proper varietal selection, cultural practices, site selection, and harvesting and marketing practices. Upon completion, students should be able to choose, grow, and market a horticultural crop of special or local interest. Register for this class
HOR-245	Horticultural Specialty Crops	4	3
Or the following 2 classes

WBL-111 Work-Based Learning I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course provides a work-based learning experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student's program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies. Register for this class
WBL-111	Work-Based Learning I	10	1

WBL-115 Work-Based Learning Seminar I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course description may be written by the individual colleges. Register for this class
WBL-115	Work-Based Learning Seminar I	1	1
ENG-110	Freshman Composition	3	3
ENG-110 Freshman Composition PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • Take All: DRE-097 This course is designed to develop informative and business writing skills. Emphasis is placed on logical organization of writing, including effective introductions and conclusions, precise use of grammar, and appropriate selection and use of sources. Upon completion, students should be able to produce clear, concise, well-organized short papers. Register for this class
	Semester Total	8-17	6-8

TOTAL CREDITS

72-74

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Course Number	Course TITLE	contact hours	Credit hours
CIS-111	Basic PC Literacy	3	2
CIS-111 Basic PC Literacy PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course provides an overview of computer concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of personal computers and software applications for personal and fundamental workplace use. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic personal computer skills. Register for this class
ENG-115	Oral Communication	3	3
ENG-115 Oral Communication PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • Take DRE-096 This course introduces the basic principles of oral communication in both small group and public settings. Emphasis is placed on the components of the communication process, group decision-making, and public address. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the principles of effective oral communication in small group and public settings. Register for this class
HOR-112	Landscape Design I	5	3
HOR-112 Landscape Design I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers landscape principles and practices for residential and commercial sites. Emphasis is placed on drafting, site analysis, and common elements of good design, plant material selection, and proper plant utilization (encouraged use of native plants and discouraged use of invasive species). Upon completion, students should be able to read plans and draft a landscape design according to sustainable practices. Register for this class
HOR-114	Landscape Construction	4	3
HOR-114 Landscape Construction PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the design and fabrication of landscape structures/features. Emphasis is placed on safety, tool identification and use, material selection, construction techniques, and fabrication. Upon completion, students should be able to design and construct common landscape structures/features. Register for this class
HOR-160	Plant Materials I	4	3
HOR-160 Plant Materials I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers identification, culture, characteristics, and use of plants in a sustainable landscape. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature, identification, growth requirements, cultural requirements, soil preferences, and landscape applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the proper selection and utilization of plant materials, including natives and invasive plants. Register for this class
HOR-162	Applied Plant Science	4	3
HOR-162 Applied Plant Science PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the basic concepts of botany as they apply to horticulture. Topics include nomenclature, physiology, morphology, and anatomy as they apply to plant culture. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the basic principles of botany to horticulture. Register for this class
HOR-164	Horticultural Pest Management	4	3
HOR-164 Horticultural Pest Management PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the identification and management of plant pests including insects, diseases, and weeds. Topics include pest identification and beneficial organisms, pesticide application safety and use of least toxic methods of management. Upon completion, students should be able to manage common landscape pests using least toxic methods of control and be prepared to sit for North Carolina Commercial Pesticide Ground Applicators license. Register for this class
HOR-166	Soils and Fertilizers	4	3
HOR-166 Soils and Fertilizers PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the physical and chemical properties of soils and soil fertility and management. Topics include soil formation; classification; physical, chemical, and biological properties (including microorganisms); testing; and fertilizer application. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, evaluate, and properly amend soils/media according to sustainable practices. Register for this class
HOR-170	Horticultural Computer Applications	4	2
HOR-170 Horticultural Computer Applications PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces computer programs as they apply to the horticulture industry. Emphasis is placed on applications of software for plant identification, design, and irrigation. Upon completion, students should be able to use computer programs in horticultural situations. Register for this class
HOR-213	Landscape Design II	4	3
HOR-213 Landscape Design II PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • HOR-112; This course covers residential and commercial landscape design, cost analysis, and installation. Emphasis is placed on job cost estimates, installation of the landscape design, and maintenance techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to read landscape design blueprints, develop cost estimates, and implement the design. Register for this class
HOR-245	Horticultural Specialty Crops	4	3
HOR-245 Horticultural Specialty Crops PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the techniques and requirements for the production of horticultural crops of special or local interest. Topics include development of a local market, proper varietal selection, cultural practices, site selection, and harvesting and marketing practices. Upon completion, students should be able to choose, grow, and market a horticultural crop of special or local interest. Register for this class
BIO-140	Environmental Biology	3	3
BIO-140 Environmental Biology PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • DMA-010 DMA-020 DMA-030 and DRE-097 This course introduces environmental processes and the influence of human activities upon them. Topics include ecological concepts, population growth, natural resources, and a focus on current environmental problems from scientific, social, political, and economic perspectives. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of environmental interrelationships and of contemporary environmental issues. Register for this class
	Semester Total	46	34

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Course Number	Course TITLE	contact hours	Credit hours
CIS-111	Basic PC Literacy	3	2
CIS-111 Basic PC Literacy PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course provides an overview of computer concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of personal computers and software applications for personal and fundamental workplace use. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic personal computer skills. Register for this class
ENG-115	Oral Communication	3	3
ENG-115 Oral Communication PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • Take DRE-096 This course introduces the basic principles of oral communication in both small group and public settings. Emphasis is placed on the components of the communication process, group decision-making, and public address. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the principles of effective oral communication in small group and public settings. Register for this class
HOR-114	Landscape Construction	4	3
HOR-114 Landscape Construction PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the design and fabrication of landscape structures/features. Emphasis is placed on safety, tool identification and use, material selection, construction techniques, and fabrication. Upon completion, students should be able to design and construct common landscape structures/features. Register for this class
HOR-160	Plant Materials I	4	3
HOR-160 Plant Materials I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers identification, culture, characteristics, and use of plants in a sustainable landscape. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature, identification, growth requirements, cultural requirements, soil preferences, and landscape applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the proper selection and utilization of plant materials, including natives and invasive plants. Register for this class
HOR-162	Applied Plant Science	4	3
HOR-162 Applied Plant Science PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the basic concepts of botany as they apply to horticulture. Topics include nomenclature, physiology, morphology, and anatomy as they apply to plant culture. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the basic principles of botany to horticulture. Register for this class
HOR-164	Horticultural Pest Management	4	3
HOR-164 Horticultural Pest Management PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the identification and management of plant pests including insects, diseases, and weeds. Topics include pest identification and beneficial organisms, pesticide application safety and use of least toxic methods of management. Upon completion, students should be able to manage common landscape pests using least toxic methods of control and be prepared to sit for North Carolina Commercial Pesticide Ground Applicators license. Register for this class
HOR-166	Soils and Fertilizers	4	3
HOR-166 Soils and Fertilizers PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the physical and chemical properties of soils and soil fertility and management. Topics include soil formation; classification; physical, chemical, and biological properties (including microorganisms); testing; and fertilizer application. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, evaluate, and properly amend soils/media according to sustainable practices. Register for this class
HOR-168	Plant Propagation	4	3
HOR-168 Plant Propagation PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course is a study of sexual and asexual reproduction of plants. Emphasis is placed on seed propagation, grafting, stem and root propagation, micro-propagation, and other propagation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully propagate ornamental plants. Register for this class
HOR-170	Horticultural Computer Applications	4	2
HOR-170 Horticultural Computer Applications PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces computer programs as they apply to the horticulture industry. Emphasis is placed on applications of software for plant identification, design, and irrigation. Upon completion, students should be able to use computer programs in horticultural situations. Register for this class
HOR-225	Nursery Production	4	3
HOR-225 Nursery Production PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers all aspects of nursery crop production. Emphasis is placed on field production and covers soils, nutrition, irrigation, pest control, and harvesting. Upon completion, students should be able to produce a marketable nursery crop. Register for this class
HOR-245	Horticultural Specialty Crops	4	3
HOR-245 Horticultural Specialty Crops PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the techniques and requirements for the production of horticultural crops of special or local interest. Topics include development of a local market, proper varietal selection, cultural practices, site selection, and harvesting and marketing practices. Upon completion, students should be able to choose, grow, and market a horticultural crop of special or local interest. Register for this class
HOR-273	Horticultural Management & Marketing	3	3
HOR-273 Horticultural Management & Marketing PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the steps involved in starting or managing a horticultural business. Topics include financing, regulations, market analysis, employer/employee relations, formulation of business plans, and operational procedures in a horticultural business. Upon completion, students should be able to assume ownership or management of a horticultural business. Register for this class
BIO-140	Environmental Biology	3	3
BIO-140 Environmental Biology PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • DMA-010 DMA-020 DMA-030 and DRE-097 This course introduces environmental processes and the influence of human activities upon them. Topics include ecological concepts, population growth, natural resources, and a focus on current environmental problems from scientific, social, political, and economic perspectives. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of environmental interrelationships and of contemporary environmental issues. Register for this class
	Semester Total	48	37

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Course Number	Course TITLE	contact hours	Credit hours
CIS-111	Basic PC Literacy	3	2
CIS-111 Basic PC Literacy PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course provides an overview of computer concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of personal computers and software applications for personal and fundamental workplace use. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic personal computer skills. Register for this class
HOR-160	Plant Materials I	4	3
HOR-160 Plant Materials I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers identification, culture, characteristics, and use of plants in a sustainable landscape. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature, identification, growth requirements, cultural requirements, soil preferences, and landscape applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the proper selection and utilization of plant materials, including natives and invasive plants. Register for this class
HOR-162	Applied Plant Science	4	3
HOR-162 Applied Plant Science PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the basic concepts of botany as they apply to horticulture. Topics include nomenclature, physiology, morphology, and anatomy as they apply to plant culture. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the basic principles of botany to horticulture. Register for this class
HOR-166	Soils and Fertilizers	4	3
HOR-166 Soils and Fertilizers PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the physical and chemical properties of soils and soil fertility and management. Topics include soil formation; classification; physical, chemical, and biological properties (including microorganisms); testing; and fertilizer application. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, evaluate, and properly amend soils/media according to sustainable practices. Register for this class
TRF-220	Turfgrass Calculations	2	2
TRF-220 Turfgrass Calculations PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the specific math concepts and calculations necessary in the turfgrass industry. Emphasis is placed on calibration of equipment used in the application of fertilizers and pesticides and calculation of solid materials used in construction. Upon completion, students should be able to correctly perform basic calculations and calibrations and estimate materials needed in specific professional turfgrass management situations. Register for this class
	Semester Total	17	13

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Course Number	Course TITLE	contact hours	Credit hours
HOR-134	Greenhouse Operations	4	3
HOR-134 Greenhouse Operations PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the principles and procedures involved in the operation and maintenance of greenhouse facilities. Emphasis is placed on the operation of greenhouse systems, including the environmental control, record keeping, scheduling, and production practices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to operate greenhouse systems and facilities to produce greenhouse crops. Register for this class
HOR-162	Applied Plant Science	4	3
HOR-162 Applied Plant Science PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the basic concepts of botany as they apply to horticulture. Topics include nomenclature, physiology, morphology, and anatomy as they apply to plant culture. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the basic principles of botany to horticulture. Register for this class
HOR-164	Horticultural Pest Management	4	3
HOR-164 Horticultural Pest Management PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the identification and management of plant pests including insects, diseases, and weeds. Topics include pest identification and beneficial organisms, pesticide application safety and use of least toxic methods of management. Upon completion, students should be able to manage common landscape pests using least toxic methods of control and be prepared to sit for North Carolina Commercial Pesticide Ground Applicators license. Register for this class
HOR-166	Soils and Fertilizers	4	3
HOR-166 Soils and Fertilizers PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the physical and chemical properties of soils and soil fertility and management. Topics include soil formation; classification; physical, chemical, and biological properties (including microorganisms); testing; and fertilizer application. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, evaluate, and properly amend soils/media according to sustainable practices. Register for this class
HOR-245	Horticultural Specialty Crops	4	3
HOR-245 Horticultural Specialty Crops PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the techniques and requirements for the production of horticultural crops of special or local interest. Topics include development of a local market, proper varietal selection, cultural practices, site selection, and harvesting and marketing practices. Upon completion, students should be able to choose, grow, and market a horticultural crop of special or local interest. Register for this class
HOR-273	Horticultural Management & Marketing	3	3
HOR-273 Horticultural Management & Marketing PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the steps involved in starting or managing a horticultural business. Topics include financing, regulations, market analysis, employer/employee relations, formulation of business plans, and operational procedures in a horticultural business. Upon completion, students should be able to assume ownership or management of a horticultural business. Register for this class
	Semester Total	23	18

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Course Number	Course TITLE	contact hours	Credit hours
HOR-112	Landscape Design I	5	3
HOR-112 Landscape Design I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers landscape principles and practices for residential and commercial sites. Emphasis is placed on drafting, site analysis, and common elements of good design, plant material selection, and proper plant utilization (encouraged use of native plants and discouraged use of invasive species). Upon completion, students should be able to read plans and draft a landscape design according to sustainable practices. Register for this class
HOR-160	Plant Materials I	4	3
HOR-160 Plant Materials I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers identification, culture, characteristics, and use of plants in a sustainable landscape. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature, identification, growth requirements, cultural requirements, soil preferences, and landscape applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the proper selection and utilization of plant materials, including natives and invasive plants. Register for this class
HOR-166	Soils and Fertilizers	4	3
HOR-166 Soils and Fertilizers PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the physical and chemical properties of soils and soil fertility and management. Topics include soil formation; classification; physical, chemical, and biological properties (including microorganisms); testing; and fertilizer application. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, evaluate, and properly amend soils/media according to sustainable practices. Register for this class
HOR-170	Horticultural Computer Applications	4	2
HOR-170 Horticultural Computer Applications PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces computer programs as they apply to the horticulture industry. Emphasis is placed on applications of software for plant identification, design, and irrigation. Upon completion, students should be able to use computer programs in horticultural situations. Register for this class
HOR-213	Landscape Design II	4	3
HOR-213 Landscape Design II PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • HOR-112; This course covers residential and commercial landscape design, cost analysis, and installation. Emphasis is placed on job cost estimates, installation of the landscape design, and maintenance techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to read landscape design blueprints, develop cost estimates, and implement the design. Register for this class
	Semester Total	21	14

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Course Number	Course TITLE	contact hours	Credit hours
HOR-116	Landscape Management I	4	3
HOR-116 Landscape Management I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers information and skills necessary to analyze a property and develop a management schedule. Emphasis is placed on property measurement, plant condition, analysis of client needs, and plant culture needs. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze a property, develop management schedules, and implement practices based on client needs. Register for this class
HOR-160	Plant Materials I	4	3
HOR-160 Plant Materials I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers identification, culture, characteristics, and use of plants in a sustainable landscape. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature, identification, growth requirements, cultural requirements, soil preferences, and landscape applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the proper selection and utilization of plant materials, including natives and invasive plants. Register for this class
HOR-164	Horticultural Pest Management	4	3
HOR-164 Horticultural Pest Management PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the identification and management of plant pests including insects, diseases, and weeds. Topics include pest identification and beneficial organisms, pesticide application safety and use of least toxic methods of management. Upon completion, students should be able to manage common landscape pests using least toxic methods of control and be prepared to sit for North Carolina Commercial Pesticide Ground Applicators license. Register for this class
HOR-166	Soils and Fertilizers	4	3
HOR-166 Soils and Fertilizers PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the physical and chemical properties of soils and soil fertility and management. Topics include soil formation; classification; physical, chemical, and biological properties (including microorganisms); testing; and fertilizer application. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, evaluate, and properly amend soils/media according to sustainable practices. Register for this class
HOR-277	Horticultural Sales & Services	3	3
HOR-277 Horticultural Sales & Services PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces various strategies for marketing horticulture products and services. Topics include wholesale, retail, and consignment sales; advertising media; costing products and services; preparing estimates, bids, and proposals; and consumer relations. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a marketing strategy for various horticulture products and services. Register for this class
	Semester Total	19	15

printHorticulture Business

Course Number	Course TITLE	contact hours	Credit hours
HOR-116	Landscape Management I	4	3
HOR-116 Landscape Management I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers information and skills necessary to analyze a property and develop a management schedule. Emphasis is placed on property measurement, plant condition, analysis of client needs, and plant culture needs. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze a property, develop management schedules, and implement practices based on client needs. Register for this class
HOR-118	Equipment Operation and Maintenance	4	2
HOR-118 Equipment Operation and Maintenance PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the proper operation and maintenance of selected equipment used in horticulture. Emphasis is placed on the maintenance, minor repairs, safety devices, and actual operation of selected equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to design a maintenance schedule, service equipment, and demonstrate safe operation of selected equipment. Register for this class
HOR-164	Horticultural Pest Management	4	3
HOR-164 Horticultural Pest Management PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the identification and management of plant pests including insects, diseases, and weeds. Topics include pest identification and beneficial organisms, pesticide application safety and use of least toxic methods of management. Upon completion, students should be able to manage common landscape pests using least toxic methods of control and be prepared to sit for North Carolina Commercial Pesticide Ground Applicators license. Register for this class
HOR-170	Horticultural Computer Applications	4	2
HOR-170 Horticultural Computer Applications PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces computer programs as they apply to the horticulture industry. Emphasis is placed on applications of software for plant identification, design, and irrigation. Upon completion, students should be able to use computer programs in horticultural situations. Register for this class
HOR-273	Horticultural Management & Marketing	3	3
HOR-273 Horticultural Management & Marketing PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the steps involved in starting or managing a horticultural business. Topics include financing, regulations, market analysis, employer/employee relations, formulation of business plans, and operational procedures in a horticultural business. Upon completion, students should be able to assume ownership or management of a horticultural business. Register for this class
HOR-277	Horticultural Sales & Services	3	3
HOR-277 Horticultural Sales & Services PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces various strategies for marketing horticulture products and services. Topics include wholesale, retail, and consignment sales; advertising media; costing products and services; preparing estimates, bids, and proposals; and consumer relations. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a marketing strategy for various horticulture products and services. Register for this class
TRF-220	Turfgrass Calculations	2	2
TRF-220 Turfgrass Calculations PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the specific math concepts and calculations necessary in the turfgrass industry. Emphasis is placed on calibration of equipment used in the application of fertilizers and pesticides and calculation of solid materials used in construction. Upon completion, students should be able to correctly perform basic calculations and calibrations and estimate materials needed in specific professional turfgrass management situations. Register for this class
	Semester Total	24	18

printUrban Forestry

Course Number	Course TITLE	contact hours	Credit hours
HOR-152	Horticultural Practices	3	1
HOR-152 Horticultural Practices PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the maintenance of ornamental plantings and production areas. Topics include maintenance of flower beds, vegetable gardens, greenhouses, and container and field nursery stock using sound horticultural practices. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the principles and practices of maintaining ornamental landscape plantings. Register for this class
HOR-160	Plant Materials I	4	3
HOR-160 Plant Materials I PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers identification, culture, characteristics, and use of plants in a sustainable landscape. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature, identification, growth requirements, cultural requirements, soil preferences, and landscape applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the proper selection and utilization of plant materials, including natives and invasive plants. Register for this class
HOR-162	Applied Plant Science	4	3
HOR-162 Applied Plant Science PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the basic concepts of botany as they apply to horticulture. Topics include nomenclature, physiology, morphology, and anatomy as they apply to plant culture. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the basic principles of botany to horticulture. Register for this class
HOR-166	Soils and Fertilizers	4	3
HOR-166 Soils and Fertilizers PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the physical and chemical properties of soils and soil fertility and management. Topics include soil formation; classification; physical, chemical, and biological properties (including microorganisms); testing; and fertilizer application. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, evaluate, and properly amend soils/media according to sustainable practices. Register for this class
HOR-257	Arboriculture Practices	4	2
HOR-257 Arboriculture Practices PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the culture and maintenance of trees and shrubs. Topics include fertilization, pruning, approved climbing techniques, pest control, and equipment use and safety. Upon completion, students should be able to properly prune trees and shrubs and perform arboricultural practices. Register for this class
TRF-220	Turfgrass Calculations	2	2
TRF-220 Turfgrass Calculations PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the specific math concepts and calculations necessary in the turfgrass industry. Emphasis is placed on calibration of equipment used in the application of fertilizers and pesticides and calculation of solid materials used in construction. Upon completion, students should be able to correctly perform basic calculations and calibrations and estimate materials needed in specific professional turfgrass management situations. Register for this class
	Semester Total	21	14

printPropagation Certificate

Course Number	Course TITLE	contact hours	Credit hours
HOR-166	Soils and Fertilizers	4	3
HOR-166 Soils and Fertilizers PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course covers the physical and chemical properties of soils and soil fertility and management. Topics include soil formation; classification; physical, chemical, and biological properties (including microorganisms); testing; and fertilizer application. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze, evaluate, and properly amend soils/media according to sustainable practices. Register for this class
HOR-162	Applied Plant Science	4	3
HOR-162 Applied Plant Science PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course introduces the basic concepts of botany as they apply to horticulture. Topics include nomenclature, physiology, morphology, and anatomy as they apply to plant culture. Upon completion, students should be able to apply the basic principles of botany to horticulture. Register for this class
HOR-168	Plant Propagation	4	3
HOR-168 Plant Propagation PREREQUISITES and COREQUISITES • NONE This course is a study of sexual and asexual reproduction of plants. Emphasis is placed on seed propagation, grafting, stem and root propagation, micro-propagation, and other propagation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully propagate ornamental plants. Register for this class
	Semester Total	12	9

Basic PC Literacy

Term	ID	Methods	Faculty	Times	Places
2018SU	CIS-111-01H	CLASS LAB	McCusker, Debra	M,W at 12:20 PM - 1:15 PM M,W at 1:25 PM - 2:20 PM Online	A A301 A A301 DSED ONLNE
2018SU	CIS-111-99	CLASS LAB	Vance, Lakeisha	at - at -	OFFC OFFC1 OFFC OFFC1

Freshman Composition

Term	ID	Methods	Faculty	Times	Places
2018SU	ENG-110-01E	CLASS	Wilson, Jennifer	Online Object] at -	DSED ONLNE

Oral Communication

Term	ID	Methods	Faculty	Times	Places
2018SU	ENG-115-01W	CLASS	Sargent, David	M,W,F at 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM	G G234
2018SU	ENG-115-02	CLASS	Williams, Elizabeth	T,TH at 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	G G234
2018SU	ENG-115-03W	CLASS	Sargent, David	M,W at 12:40 PM - 3:40 PM	G G234
2018SU	ENG-115-04W	CLASS	Otero, Cassandra	T,TH at 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	G G234

Landscape Construction

Term	ID	Methods	Faculty	Times	Places
2018SU	HOR-114-01W	CLASS LAB	Beasley, Nathan Riley, Elizabeth	M at 8:00 AM - 12:10 PM M at 12:40 PM - 4:40 PM	SHOP 00015 SHOP 00015

Horticultural Computer Applications

Term	ID	Methods	Faculty	Times	Places
2018SU	HOR-170-01W	CLASS LAB	Heise, Lindsey	T at 12:40 PM - 4:40 PM TH at 12:40 PM - 4:40 PM	SHOP 00015 SHOP 00015

Landscape Irrigation

Term	ID	Methods	Faculty	Times	Places
2018SU	HOR-215-01W	CLASS LAB	Beasley, Nathan	W at 8:00 AM - 12:10 PM W at 12:40 PM - 4:40 PM	SHOP 00015 SHOP 00015

Horticultural Specialty Crops

Term	ID	Methods	Faculty	Times	Places
2018SU	HOR-245-01W	CLASS LAB	Riley, Elizabeth	T at 8:00 AM - 12:10 PM TH at 8:00 AM - 12:10 PM	SHOP 00015 SHOP 00015

Work-Based Learning I

Term	ID	Methods	Faculty	Times	Places
2018SU	WBL-111-CIM01	WORK	Self, Adam	[object at - Object] at -	OFFC OFFC1
2018SU	WBL-111-DF01	WORK	Adkins, James	[object at - Object] at -	OFFC OFFC1
2018SU	WBL-111-ME01	WORK	Roberts, Roland	[object at - Object] at -	OFFC OFFC1

Work-Based Learning Seminar I

Term	ID	Methods	Faculty	Times	Places
2018SU	WBL-115-HO01E	CLASS	Heise, Lindsey	Online Object] at -	DSED ONLNE

Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in nurseries, garden centers, greenhouses, landscape operations, gardens, and governmental agencies. Graduates should also be prepared to take the certified plant professional and licensed pesticide applicators examinations.