General Catalog 2007-2008

Programs and Courses

Agribusiness and Urban Horticulture

• General Information
• Agribusiness - Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
• Urban Horticulture - Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
• Landscape and Turf Technology Certificate
• Landscape and Pest Management Certificate
• Nursery Operations Certificate
• Course Descriptions

General Information

For Information: Mike Gillispie
Phone: 623.845.3168

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Agribusiness - Associate in Applied Science (AAS) / 66-68 credits

Agribusiness sales and service employment is in non-farming agricultural occupations such as agricultural machinery and equipment, agricultural chemicals, animal feeds and supplies, and the production and marketing of farm products. Most of the effort to increase farm output will probably be borne by agribusiness. Since farm output will be higher there will be more work to do in preparing and marketing grains, meats, sugar, and all other products that farmers produce.

Program Description: This program is designed to prepare students for entry level employment in agricultural business occupations. The program also provides a broad base for advanced studies and specialization at a senior institution. Students should see an Agriculture advisor in selecting courses for their specific interest areas.

Transferability: General transferability of agriculture courses into ASU's College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Division of Agriculture, and into University of Arizona's College of Agriculture.

Note: Required courses may not be available every semester, students, degree seeking or transfer, should consult with a department advisor in planning their academic schedule in order to complete degree requirements in an expedient manner. To complete this program, students may be required to take both day and evening courses.

Required Courses: 23 credits

Students must earn a grade of "C" or better for each course listed in the Required Courses category.

AGB132 AGB130 AGS164 AGS260 AGB139 ECN211 MKT271

Agribusiness Accounting and Office Management Establishing and Running an Agribusiness Plant Growth and Development Origin and Composition of Soils Agribusiness Computer Operations Macroeconomic Principles Principles of Marketing

3 credits 3 4 4 3 3 3

Restricted Electives: 18 credits

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AGS186 AGS261 AGS262 AGS266 AGS267 AGS284 GBS151

Greenhouse Management and Construction Soil Fertility and Management Irrigation Design, Installation, Operation and Trouble Shooting Urban Insect Control Weeds and Plant Diseases of Arizona Lawn and Turf Care Introduction to Business

3 credits 3 3 3 3 3 3

General Education Requirements: 25-27 credits

Core: (15-17 credits) First-Year Composition:			6 credits
+ + + +	ENG101 ENG107 ENG102 ENG108	First-Year Composition (3) and First-Year Composition for ESL (3) or First-Year Composition (3) and First-Year Composition for ESL (3)
Oral Communication:
+ +	COM100 COM110 COM225 COM230	Introduction to Human Communication (3) or Interpersonal Communication (3) or Public Speaking (3) or Small Group Communication (3)	3
Critical Reading:			3
+ +	CRE101 CRE111	Critical and Evaluative Reading I (3) or Critical Reading for Business and Industry (3) or Equivalent by assessment
Mathematics:			3-5
+ + +	MAT102 MAT120 MAT121 MAT122	Mathematical Concepts/Applications (3) or Intermediate Algebra (5)  or Intermediate Algebra (4)  or Intermediate Algebra (3)  or Equivalent

Distribution: (10 credits) Humanities and Fine Arts:			3 credits
	Any approved course, see here.
Social and Behavioral Sciences:			3
	Any approved course, see here.
Natural Sciences:			4
+ +	BIO102 BIO181 CHM130 CHM130LL CHM151 CHM151LL	General Biology (Non-Majors) Additional Topics (4) or     General Biology (Majors) I (4) or Fundamental Chemistry (3) and Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory (1) or General Chemistry I (3) and General Chemistry I Laboratory (1)

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Urban Horticulture - Associate in Applied Science (AAS) / 65-69 credits

Urban Horticulture employment is in non-farming agricultural occupations such as greenhouse and nursery management, commercial and residential landscaping, and parks and golf course maintenance. As the Phoenix area becomes more urbanized there will be an increased need for specialized services in the broad field of Urban Horticulture.

Program Description: The Urban Horticulture AAS program emphasizes the technology of production and management. The program is designed to prepare students for employment as technicians, managers, or owners in nurseries or landscape construction companies. There are also opportunities in parks and golf course maintenance. In addition, the program prepares students for jobs with government agencies or other agencies involved with the technical phases of the urban horticulture industry.

Three specialized tracks are available: Landscape Design and Installation, Nursery Operations, and Landscape Management. The tracks require varying credits of coursework.

Accreditation:

• Arizona Landscape Contractors’ Association
• Arizona Nursery Association
• Arizona Structural Pesticide Certification Program
• Cactus Pine Golf Course Superintendents Association
• Certified Turfgrass Professional

Note: Due to limited availability of courses, students should consult with a department advisor in planning their academic schedule in order to complete degree requirements in an expedient manner.

Required Courses: 37-41 credits

Students must earn a grade of "C" or better for each course listed in the Required Courses category.

All Students must complete the following Core credits:

AGB130 AGL189 AGS164 AGS183 AGS183AA AGS183AB AGS183AC AGS192  AGS192AA AGS192AB AGS192AC AGS260 AGS267 BPC101AA CIS114AE

Establishing and Running an Agribusiness Landscape Design I Plant Growth and Development Urban Plant Identification and Use (3) or Urban Plant Identification and Use: Trees (1) and Urban Plant Identification and Use: Shrubs (1) and Urban Plant Identification and Use:       Vines, Flowers, Groundcovers (1) Urban Plant Care (3) or Urban Plant Care: Site Analysis,       Plant Selection and Requirements (1) and Urban Plant Care: Maintenance of Urban Plants (1) and Urban Plant Care:  Diagnosing and Curing Plant Problems (1) Origin and Composition of Soils Weed and Plant Diseases of Arizona Introduction to Computers I  Excel: Level I

3 credits 3 4 3 3 4 3 1 1

Students must complete One of the following tracks:

Landscape Design and Installation: 12-15 credits
+	AGL181 AGL282/     CAD269 AGS182 AGS182BA AGS182BB AGS264 AGS___	Landscape Construction Techniques Landscape Computer Aided Design Gardening Practices and Techniques (2) or Gardening Practices and Techniques Part I (1) and Gardening Practices and Techniques Part II (1) Irrigation and Water Management Any AGS course approved by department advisor	3 3 2 3 1-4

Nursery Operations: 13-16 credits
	AGS186AA AGS187 AGS266 AGS285 AGS285AA AGS285AB AGS285AC AGS___	Greenhouse Management and Construction Indoor Foliage Plants Urban Insect Control Propagation of Horticultural Plants (3) or Propagation of Horticultural Plants Structures,          Media and Management (1) and Propagation of Horticultural Plants from Seeds (1) and Propagation of Horticultural Plants by Asexual Methods (1) Any AGS course approved by department advisor	3 credits 3 3 3 1-4

Landscape Management: 12-15 credits
	AGS182 AGS182BA AGS182BB AGS187 AGS261 AGS284 AGS___	Gardening Practices and Techniques (2) or Gardening Practices and Techniques Part I (1) and Gardening Practices and Techniques Part II (1) Indoor Foliage Plants Soil Fertility And Management Lawn and Turf Care Any AGS course approved by department advisor	2 credits 3 3 3 1-4

Restricted Electives: 0-2 credits

AGS___ Any AGS course approved by department advisor

0-2

General Education Requirements: 25 credits

Core: (15 credits) First-Year Composition:			6 credits
+ +	ENG101 ENG102	First-Year Composition (3) and First-Year Composition (3)
Oral Communication:			3
+ +	COM100 COM110 COM225 COM230	Introduction to Human Communication (3) or Interpersonal Communication (3) or Public Speaking (3) or Small Group Communication (3)
Critical Reading:			3
+ +	CRE101 CRE111	Critical and Evaluative Reading I (3) or Critical Reading for Business and Industry (3)
Mathematics:			3-5
+	MAT102 MAT122	Mathematical Concepts/Applications (3) or Intermediate Algebra (3)  or Equivalent

Distribution: (10 credits) Humanities and Fine Arts:			3 credits
	Any approved course, see here.
Social and Behavioral Sciences:			3
	Any approved course, see here.
Natural Sciences:			4
+ +	BIO102 BIO181 CHM130 CHM130LL CHM151 CHM151LL	General Biology (Non-Majors) Additional Topics (4) or     General Biology (Majors) I (4) or Fundamental Chemistry (3) and Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory (1) or General Chemistry I (3) and General Chemistry I Laboratory (1)

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Landscape and Turf Technology Certificate / 28-29 credits

Program Description: The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Landscape and Turf Technology prepares students for entry level employment in landscape design or landscape and irrigation construction. The coursework includes lawn and turf care, insect, weed and pest control and management.

Students must earn a grade of "C" or better for each course listed in the program.

Required Courses: 28-29 credits

Core: 19 credits
	AGS164 AGL181 AGL189 AGS284 AGS262 AGS192	Plant Growth and Development Landscape Construction Techniques Landscape Design I Lawn and Turf Care Irrigation Design, Installation, Operation, and Trouble Shooting Urban Plant Care	4 credits 3 3 3 3 3

Landscape Design and Installation Specialist Track: 9 credits
+	AGL282/     CAD269 AGS290 AGB139	Landscape Computer Aided Design Internship Agribusiness Computer Operations	3 credits 3 3

Landscape Management: 10 credits
	AGS168 AGS183 AGS268	Grounds Equipment Management Urban Plant Identification and Use Insect, Weed and Pest Control	3 credits 3

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Landscape and Pest Management Certificate / 24-25 credits

Program Description: The Certificate of Completion in Landscape and Pest Management prepares students for entry level employment in landscape or pest management work. Course work includes lawn and turf care, fertilization, arid landscape plants, weed and plant disease control, and indoor foliage plant installation and care, and structural pest control.

Students must earn a grade of "C" or better for each course listed in the program.

Required Courses: 24-25 credits

Core: 16 credits
	AGB130 AGL181 AGB229 AGS192 AGS268	Establishing and Running an Agribusiness Landscape Construction Techniques Landscape Management and Leadership Urban Plant Care Insect, Weed and Pest Control	3 credits 3 3 3 4

Landscape Management Track: 9 credits
	AGS188 AGS188AA AGS188AB AGS188AC AGS261 AGS284	Arid Landscape Plants (3) or Arid Landscape Plants: Trees (1) and Arid Landscape Plants: Shrubs (1) and Arid Landscape Plants: Vines, Flowers, Groundcovers (1) Soil Fertility And Management Lawn and Turf Care	3 credits 3 3

Pest Management Track: 8 credits
	AGS170 AGS171 AGS172 AGS173 AGS174 AGS175 AGS176 AGS177 AGS178 AGS179 AGS183	Pesticides Insect Identification Household Pests Wood Destroying Pests Regulations: Federal and State Pesticide Safety and Use of Equipment Environment and Toxicology of Pesticides Aquatic Pest Control General Pest Control Terrestrial Weed Control Urban Plant Identification and Use	.5 credits .5 .5 .5 .5 .5 .5 .5 .5 .5 3

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Nursery Operations Certificate / 19-22 credits

Program Description: The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Nursery Operations prepares students for entry level employment in nursery and greenhouse work. Course work includes propagation, insect control, and greenhouse management practices.

Students must earn a grade of "C" or better for each course listed in the program.

Required Courses: 19-22 credits

AGS186AA AGS187 AGS192 AGS266 AGS267 AGS285 AGS285AA AGS285AB AGS285AC AGS___

Greenhouse Management and Construction Indoor Foliage Plants Urban Plant Care Urban Insect Control Weeds and Plants Propagation of Horticultural Plants (3) or Propagation of Horticultural Plants Structures,       Media and Management (1) and Propagation of Horticultural Plants from Seeds (1) and Propagation of Horticultural Plants by Asexual Methods (1) Any AGS course approved by department advisor

3 credits 3 3 3 3 3 1-4

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Course Descriptions

Course Availability: (F) Fall, (S) Spring, (D) Day, (E) Evening, (Su1) Summer 1, (Su2) Summer 2, (O) Occasionally

Agribusiness (AGB)

AGB130
Establishing and Running an Agribusiness / 3 credits 3 periods
Basic principles used in establishing and running an Agribusiness. Emphasis on business requirements to maintain a business enterprise in Arizona. Prerequisites: None. (S)

AGB132
Agribusiness Accounting and Office Management / 3 credits 3 periods
Practical uses of accounts and records with emphasis on accounting principles and analysis of the agricultural business. Business management procedures including appointment scheduling, client relations, fees, accounts, and daily bookkeeping. Includes resume writing and interview techniques. Prerequisites: None.

AGB139
Agribusiness Computer Operations / 3 credits 6 periods
Agribusiness operations for solving, forecasting and projecting agribusiness problems, agribusiness communications, accounting systems and database use. Prerequisites: None.

AGB140
Commercial Floral Design / 3 credits 5 periods
Fundamentals of commercial floral design. Includes instruction and hands-on training in fresh, dried, and silk plants, flowers, and greens; materials; supplies; gift items; and industry conditions, standards, and trends. Covers design principles, identification, selection, care, maintenance, handling, and use of floral design material, ordering, pricing, record keeping, computer usage, and customer relations. Prerequisites: None (F,S,D,E)

AGB290
Internship / 3 credits 6 periods
Supervised field training for Agribusiness students with local industry businesses. Prerequisites: Student shall be in final semester before graduation and departmental approval. (F,S)

Agricultural Landscape (AGL)

AGL181
Landscape Construction Techniques / 3 credits 6 periods
The methods used in site preparation, installation of edgings, construction of walks, patios and decks, installation of sprinkler systems, rockscapes and the planting of trees, shrubs, ground covers, and lawns. Prerequisites: None. (S)

AGL184
Landscape Drafting and Design I / 2 credits 4 periods
Basic principles of landscape design including drafting and design techniques commonly used in the field of landscaping. Emphasis on simple working drawings and detailed views, symbols, lettering, and drafting standards. Prerequisites: None. (F)

AGL189
Landscape Design I / 3 credits 6 periods
Beginning landscape design with emphasis on developing drawing and drafting skills needed to create freehand drawings,landscape graphics, detail views, symbols, legends, lettering specifications and drafting standards. Introduction to basic principles of landscape design. Prerequisites: None. (F)

AGL282
Landscape Computer Aided Design / 3 credits 6 periods
Computer-aided landscape design, site layout and analysis, landscape design modeling, graphics, sprinkler design, detail drawings, landscape legends, sectional and 3-D views, E-Z estimate and Database use. Prerequisites: ([AGB139 or (BPC101AA, BPC/CIS114AA,and BPC117AD), or (CAD120 and CAD125)], and AGL189), or permission of instructor.

AGL283
Landscape Drafting and Design II / 2 credits 4 periods
The principles of landscape design with emphasis on detail drawing, design process, graphic communication, and the use of plant materials relating to landscape design. Prerequisites: AGL184. (O)

AGL298
Special Projects / 1-3 credits
Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or instructor. (O)

Agricultural Science (AGS)

AGS164
Plant Growth and Development / 4 credits 6 periods
Principles of growth in relation to seed germination, emergence, growth and reproduction processes of plants and the environmental influences on plant growth processes. Prerequisites: None. (F,D,E)

AGS166
Aquaculture / 3 credits 5 periods
Establishment, care, selection, equipment, and facilities for commercial raising of animals and plants that live in water. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D,E)

AGS168
Grounds Equipment Management / 3 credits 5 periods
Selection, use and maintenance of grounds equipment, including both manual and power equipment. Prerequisites: None.

AGS170
Pesticides / 0.5 credits 0.5 periods
Chemistry and classification of pesticides. Interpret the use of pesticide labels. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D,E)

AGS171
Insect Identification / 0.5 credits 0.5 periods
Concepts of insect identification. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D,E)

AGS172
Household Pests / 0.5 credits 0.5 periods
Problems associated with household pests. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D,E)

AGS173
Wood Destroying Pests/ 0.5 credits 0.5 periods
Problems associated with wood destroying pests. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D,E)

AGS174
Regulations: Federal and State / 0.5 credits 0.5 periods
Federal and state pesticide regulations and guidelines for licensing pest control use. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D,E)

AGS175
Pesticide Safety and Use of Equipment / 0.5 credits 0.5 periods
Federal and state pesticide safety regulations and use of equipment. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D,E)

AGS176
Environment and Toxicology of Pesticides / 0.5 credits 0.5 periods
Environmental concepts, endangered species and toxicology associated with the use of pesticides. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D,E)

AGS177
Aquatic Pest Control / 0.5 credits 0.5 periods
Aquatic ecosystems, pest organisms and their control. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D,E)

AGS178
General Pest Control / 0.5 credits 0.5 periods
Arthropods and other pest organisms and their control. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D,E)

AGS179
Terrestrial Weed Control / 0.5 credits 0.5 periods
Terrestrial weeds and their control. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D,E)

AGS182
Gardening Practices and Techniques / 2 credits 2 periods
Cultural practices of vegetables, fruits, and ornamental plants as they relate to organic and inorganic gardening. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D,E)

AGS182BA
Gardening Practices and Techniques Part I / 1 credit 1 period
Cultural practices of vegetables, fruits and ornamental plants as they relate to organic and inorganic gardening. Prerequisites: None.

AGS182BB
Gardening Practices and Techniques Part II / 1 credit 1 period
Cultural practices of vegetables, fruits and ornamental plants as they relate to organic and inorganic gardening. Prerequisites: None.

AGS183
Urban Plant Identification and Use / 3 credits 3 periods
Identification, growth, cultural requirements, uses, maintenance and care of landscape trees, shrubs, vines and ground covers commonly used in Arizona. Prerequisites: None. (S,D,E)

AGS183AA
Urban Plant Identification and Use: Trees / 1 credit 1 period
Emphasis on trees commonly used in cityscapes in the Southwest. Review of their origin, cultural requirements, uses, required maintenance, benefits and disadvantages. Identification, planting procedures, water and nutritional requirements are covered. Prerequisites: None.

AGS183AB
Urban Plant Identification and Use: Shrubs / 1 credit 1 period
Emphasis on shrubs commonly used in cityscapes in the Southwest. Review of their origin, cultural requirements, uses, required maintenance, benefits and disadvantages. Identification, planting procedures, water and nutritional requirements are covered. Prerequisites: None.

AGS183AC
Urban Plant Identification and Use: Vines, Flowers, Groundcovers /
1 credit 1 period
Emphasis on groundcovers, annuals, perennials and vines commonly used in cityscapes in the Southwest. Review of their origin, cultural requirements, uses, required maintenance, benefits and disadvantages. Identification, planting procedures, water and nutritional requirements covered. Prerequisites: None.

AGS186AA
Greenhouse Management and Construction / 3 credits 3 periods
Principles and practices of greenhouse operation; control of environmental factors, and cultural practices affecting the production of greenhouse crops. Prerequisites: None. (F,D,E)

AGS187
Indoor Foliage Plants / 3 credits 3 periods
Environmental and nutritional requirements for foliage plants used for interior decoration. Includes identification, nomenclature, and uses. Prerequisites: None. (O)

AGS188
Arid Landscape Plants / 3 credits 6 periods
Provides information on currently propagated Xerophytes available in southern Arizona. Shows how each can be applied to specific desert landscape situations. Considers identification, cultural requirements, and physical characteristics related to landscape design. Prerequisites: None.

AGS188AA
Arid Landscape Plants: Trees / 1 credit 2 periods
Emphasis on trees used for aridscapes in the Southwest. Review of trees origin, use, requirements and identification. Prerequisites: None.

AGS188AB
Arid Landscape Plants: Shrubs / 1 credit 2 periods
Emphasis on shrubs used for aridscapes in the Southwest. Review of shrubs origin, use, requirements and identification. Prerequisites: None.

AGS188AC
Arid Landscape Plants: Vines, Flowers, Groundcover / 1 credit 2 periods
Emphasis on groundcovers, vines, annuals and perennials used for aridscapes in the Southwest. Review of their origin, use, requirements and identification. Prerequisites: None.

AGS190
Arid Land Plants Identification and Use / 3 credits 3 periods
Covers xerophytes common in southern Arizona and their applications to specific desert landscape situations. Identification, cultural requirements, and physical characteristics related to landscape design, including both mature plants and live containerized material. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D,E)

AGS192
Urban Plant Care / 3 credits 5 periods
Establishment, care and preservation of ornamental trees, shrubs, vines, and ground cover plants used in landscape for human well-being and pleasure. Prerequisites: None. (S)

AGS192AA
Urban Plant Care: Site Analysis, Plant Selection and Requirements /
1 credit 1.67 periods
Establishment of ornamental trees, shrubs, vines, and ground cover plants used in landscape for human well-being and pleasure. Prerequisites: None. (S)

AGS192AB
Urban Plant Care: Maintenance of Urban Plants / 1 credit 1.67 periods
Care of ornamental trees, shrubs, vines, and ground cover plants used in landscape for human well-being and pleasure. Prerequisites: None. (S)

AGS192AC
Urban Plant Care: Diagnosing and Curing Plant Problems / 1 credit 1.67 periods
Preservation of ornamental trees, shrubs, vines, and ground cover plants used in landscape for human well-being and pleasure. Prerequisites: None. (S)

AGS255
Plant Tissue Culture / 3 credits 5 periods
Plant tissue culture techniques for cloning, reproduction, and manufacturing including media mixing, cell growth and development, aseptic transfer, manipulation, observation, and documentation. Prerequisites: AGS164. (F,S)

AGS260
Origin and Composition of Soils / 4 credits 6 periods
Derivation, classification, and evaluation of soils; emphasizing their chemical, physical, and biological properties in relation to plant growth. Prerequisites: None. (F,D,E)

AGS261 Soil Fertility and Management / 3 credits 3 periods
AGS261AA Fertilizers / 3 credits 5 periods
Relationship of soils, crops, and climactic factors to economic use of commercial fertilizer. Prerequisites: None. (S,E)

AGS262
Irrigation Design, Installation, Operation, and Trouble Shooting / 3 credits 5 periods
Design, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of sprinklers, drip, and flood systems. Use of time clocks, pumps, filters, backflow devices, and other equipment to deliver water to the landscape. Types of water and their use in the landscape. Prerequisites: (AGS164 and AGL189) or permission of instructor. (F,S,D,E)

AGS264
Irrigation and Water Management / 3 credits 5 periods
Irrigation and drainage problems relating to pumps, motors, pipe lines, ditches, and wells in the Southwest. Installation of sprinkler, drip and sub irrigation, time clock installation and repair. Land measurement and principles of land leveling. Prerequisites: None. (S,D,E)

AGS266
Urban Insect Control / 3 credits 3 periods
The interrelationship of plant organisms, animals, and environments with insects as affected by soils, temperature, water, and agricultural chemicals. Prerequisites: None. (S,E)

AGS267
Weeds and Plant Diseases of Arizona / 3 credits 5 periods
Weed identification, relationship to competition, cultural practices, prevention, and chemical usage for control. General outline of plant taxonomy and physiology relating to chemical usage of selectivity. Diseases of plants, their life cycles, biological interrelationships, identification, and control. Prerequisites: None. (F,E)

AGS268
Insect, Weed and Pest Control / 4 credits 6 periods
Interrelationship of insects, weeds and plant diseases with the environment as affected by soils, temperature, water and agricultural chemicals. Life cycles, biological interrelationships, identification and control. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,E)

AGS284
Lawn and Turf Care / 3 credits 3 periods
Factors that affect the establishment and maintenance of turf grasses. Includes budgets, schedules and selection of equipment. Prerequisites: None. (S)

AGS285
Propagation of Horticultural Plants / 3 credits 5 periods
Principles and processes of propagation of crops using seed, budding, grafting, and cuttings in greenhouse structures and open ground. Prerequisites: None. (S,D,E)

AGS285AA
Propagation of Horticultural Plants Structures, Media and Management /
1 credit 1.67 periods
Design, maintenance and repair of greenhouse structures. Principles of plant propagation media and procedures. The processes involved in nursery management, including plant care, display, and marketing. Prerequisites: None. (S,D,E)

AGS285AB
Propagation of Horticultural Plants from Seeds / 1 credit 1.67 periods
The development of seed to sexual maturity. Principles of seed development, production and handling. Prerequisites: None. (S,D,E)

AGS285AC
Propagation of Horticultural Plants by Asexual Methods / 1 credit 1.67 periods
The methods and uses of asexual propagation, including cuttings, grafting, budding, layering, and underground root and stem systems. Discussion of aseptic methods of plant propagation. Prerequisites: None. (S,D,E)

AGS290
Internship / 3 credits 6 periods
Supervised field training for Urban Horticulture students with local industry businesses. Prerequisites: Student shall be in final semester before graduation and departmental approval. (F,S)

AGS298
Special Projects / 1-3 credits
Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or instructor. (O)

Animal Science (ANS)

ANS110AA
Introduction to Animal Science / 3 credits 6 periods
Survey of the total animal industry, including the basis for genetic improvement, principles of nutrition and reproduction, and scientific analysis of meat, milk, and egg production. Study of local agricultural production businesses. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D,E)

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