FIRST YEAR | ||
First Semester | Hours | |
HRT-201 | Introduction to Horticulture HRT-201A study and introduction to the principles and practices involved in the development, production, and use of horticultural crops (fruits, vegetables, greenhouse, turf, nursery, floral, and landscape). Course will include a broad overview of the green industry including propagation, production and design.
| 3.0 |
HRT-076 | Greenhouse Mgt and Production ORHRT-076A study of the commercial production of floricultural crops, including greenhouse construction, management and operation. Attention will be given to the production of better plants through the study of temperature, light, soil, nutrition, scheduling, propagation methods, and plant breeding.
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HRT-061 | Woody Plants Identification HRT-061A study in the identification of deciduous trees and shrubs used primarily in landscaping. Emphasis is placed on cultural requirements of the plants, their natural habitat, and plant usage.
| 3.0 |
HRT-082 | Landscape Construction & Maint ORHRT-082Students will learn construction methods for residential and small commercial landscapes; selection and installation of plants; techniques and uses of materials related to various landscape features; prepare cost estimates; control of landscape diseases and pests; and maintenance of landscape areas.
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HRT-071 | Herbaceous Perennial Plants HRT-071A study in the identification, selection, and use of herbaceous plants primarily used in the landscape, including perennials, biennials, ornamental grasses, wildflowers and specialty annuals. Emphasis is placed on cultural requirements of the plants, propagation, and plant usage.
| 3.0 |
AGR-040 | Agricultural Mathematics AGR-040Applications of mathematics as it applies to the operation of grain and livestock farms, agriculture business and agriculture mechanization.
| 3.0 |
AGR-205 | Intro/Soil Science ORAGR-205Application of the basics in the physical, chemical, and biological aspects in soils. Soils of Illinois and Indiana are emphasized along with concepts of fertility, conservation, and field descriptions.
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AGR-050 | Soils AGR-050Planned learning activities and experiences designed to cover soil development, functions of soil minerals, soil types, and their class. A major study of soil types in Illinois and Indiana and their conservation practices are included.
| 3.5 |
Semester Totals |
15.5 | |
Second Semester | ||
HRT-063 | Evergreen/Vines & Ground Cover ORHRT-063A study in the identification, selection, use, propagation and cultural requirements of woody and herbaceous ground covers, vines, needled evergreens and broad-leaved evergreen plants.
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HRT-081 | Landscape Design HRT-081This class will cover the basic principles of landscape design, methods and techniques of the landscape design process for residential and commercial settings, including an appreciation of various landscape theories and objectives, art in landscape design, and special landscape problems.
| 3.0 |
HRT-072 | Herbaceous Annual Plants ORHRT-072Covers the identification and use of flowering (bedding) annuals, specialty annuals, and tropical plants used for outdoor displays. Improvement in selection, changes in marketing and branding, and new trends are discussed. Emphasis is placed on use in the Illinois landscape.
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HRT-062 | Vegetable Crop Production HRT-062Prepares students for successfully growing vegetable crops. Course will include each crop's botany, origin, history, and economic importance, optimum production practices, diseases, insect pests and nutritional requirements, plant breeding objectives. Soil health, cover crops, rotation, handling and marketing covered. (Repeatable 3 times).
| 3.0 |
HRT-091 | Supervised Occupational Experience I HRT-091This course provides introductory on the job experience as a full-time employee in selected horticulture production or landscaping.
| 3.5 |
AGR-133 | Agriculture Salesmanship AGR-133Covers the basic principles underlying the sales process in agricultural farm supply and practical application and development of sales techniques. Basic to the course is an understanding of the salesperson's obligation to self, his or her company, and his or her customer.
| 2.5 |
Semester Totals |
12.0 | |
Summer Term | ||
HRT-092 | Supervised Occupational Experience II HRT-092This course provides intermediate level on the job experience as a full-time employee in selected horticulture production or landscaping occupation.
| 2.5 |
Semester Totals |
2.5 |
Total Program Hours | 30.0 |
Suggested Electives | ||
HRT-066 | Turf Management HRT-066Methods of establishment and maintenance of turfgrass for lawns, public grounds, and recreational areas. Also includes the identification and management of plant and soil materials in different environments.
| 3.0 |