| FIRST YEAR | |||
| First Semester | Hours | ||
| HRT-201 | Introduction to Horticulture HRT-201 A 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.
Introduction to Horticulture Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| HRT-076 | Greenhouse Mgt and Production ORHRT-076 A 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-061 A 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.
Woody Plants Identification Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| HRT-082 | Landscape Construction & Maint ORHRT-082 Students 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-071 A study in the identification, selection and use of herbaceous plants primarily used in the landscape, including perennials, biennials, ornamental grasses and wildflowers. Emphasis is placed on cultural requirements of the plants, propagation and plant usage in the landscape.
Herbaceous Perennial Plants Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| AGR-040 | Agricultural Mathematics AGR-040 Applications of mathematics as it applies to the operation of grain and livestock farms, agriculture business and agriculture mechanization.
Agricultural Mathematics Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| AGR-205 | Intro/Soil Science ORAGR-205 Application 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-050 Planned 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.
Soils Course Outline | 3.5 | |
Semester Totals |
15.5 | ||
| Second Semester | |||
| HRT-063 | Evergreen/Vines & Ground Cover ORHRT-063 A 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-081 This 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.
Landscape Design Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| HRT-072 | Herbaceous Annual Plants ORHRT-072 Covers 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-062 Prepares 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).
Vegetable Crop Production Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| HRT-091 | Supervised Occupational Experience I HRT-091 This course provides introductory on-the-job experience as a full-time employee in selected horticulture production or landscaping.
Supervised Occupational Experience I Course Outline | 3.5 | |
| AGR-133 | Agriculture Salesmanship AGR-133 Covers 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.
Agriculture Salesmanship Course Outline | 2.5 | |
Semester Totals |
12.0 | ||
| Summer Term | |||
| HRT-092 | Supervised Occupational Experience II HRT-092 This course provides intermediate-level on-the-job experience as a full-time employee in selected horticulture production or landscaping occupation.
Supervised Occupational Experience II Course Outline | 2.5 | |
Semester Totals |
2.5 | ||
Total Program Hours | 30.0 | ||
| Suggested Electives | |||
| HRT-066 | Turf Management HRT-066 Methods 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.
Turf Management Course Outline | 3.0 | |