HORTICULTURE I AND II

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Students will design facilities, develop educational programs and manage resources for use in public recreation. Students will maintain and operate equipment for maintaining wildlife habitat and supporting a variety of public recreational activities and facilities.

Students will learn essential greenhouse practices including water and fertilizer distribution, lighting, and temperature control. Students will demonstrate knowledge of propagation methods, plant health, nutrition, and
growth stimulation.

Students will learn methods for establishing and managing landscapes to promote growth and balance. Students will learn to optimize growing conditions, balance nutrients, and manage pests and disease. They will apply proper planting, fertilizing, and pruning techniques while safely operating
well maintained specialized equipment.

Students will examine elements of business, identify organizational structures and apply management skills while developing business plans, financial reports and strategic goals for new ventures or existing businesses. Students will select an internship of their choice and complete that internship their last semester in the Horticulture Program.