Horticulture Course Descriptions
AGRI 1309 - COMPUTERS IN AGRICULTURE
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
Use of computers in agricultural applications. Introduction to programming languages, word processing, electronic spreadsheets and agricultural software.
AGRI 2301 - AGRICULTURAL POWER UNITS
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
Fundamentals of internal combustion engines: gasoline, diesel, and liquefied petroleum. Maintenance and adjustments of the electrical, ignition, fuel, lubricating, and cooling systems.
FMKT 1401 - FLORAL DESIGN
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
Principles of floral art with an emphasis on commercial design. Topics include basic design styles and color harmonies; identification, use, and care of processing of cut flowers and foliages; mechanical aids and containers; personal flowers; holiday designs; and plant identification and care.
HALT 1211 - SHRUBS, VINES AND GROUNDCOVERS
Credit: 2 (1 lecture, 3 lab)
In-depth coverage of the shrubs, vines, and ground covers used in the horticulture industry. Topics
include identification, characteristics, adaptation, cultural requirements, pest and disease problems, and use in the landscape.
HALT 1301 - PRINCIPLES OF HORTICULTURE
Credit: 3 (3 lecture)
An overview of the horticulture industry, plant science, terminology, classification, propagation,
environmental responses, and careers and opportunities in the field of horticulture.
HALT 1303 - HERBACEOUS PLANTS
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
An in-depth study of herbaceous plant material. Topics include practices and procedures used in the identification, growth, propagation, maintenance, and utilization of herbaceous plants in the horticulture industry.
HALT 1305 - HORTICULTURAL SOILS
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
A study of the physical properties of soil including structure and texture. Topics include the origin and development of soils, the composition of a soil horizon, and the interrelationship between soil fertility and plants.
HALT 1307 - PLANT DISEASES
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
An overview of the factors causing plant diseases. Topics include physiological disorders, fungi, bacteria, viruses, nematodes, parasitic plants, nonpathogenic factors, and control methods.
HALT 1309 INTERIOR PLANTS
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
Instruction in the identification and classification of the plants used in home and commercial interior
landscapes. Topics include design characteristics for interiorscapes and environmental requirements of the plants.
HALT 1319 LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
Exploration of landscape construction materials and the methods of installation. Topics on soil
preparation, including wood, concrete, and masonry construction and landscape lighting including pools, spas, and general construction details.
HALT 1320 HORTICULTURE CALCULATIONS
Credit: 3 (3 lecture)
Problem solving and use of formulas and calculations commonly used in the horticulture industry. Emphasis on mathematical, geometrical, financial, and chemical calculations.
HALT 1322 LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
A study of the principles and elements of landscape design. Topics include client interview, site analysis, plan view, scale, plant selection, basic drawing and drafting skills, and plan preparation.
HALT 1324: TURFGRASS SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
In-depth coverage of various species of warm and cool season grasses including their uses, application, adaptability, environmental tolerances, anatomy, and physiological responses.
HALT 1327: HORTICULTURAL EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
Instruction in identifying and application of various types of powered equipment used in the horticulture industry. Presentation of functions, operations, troubleshooting techniques, and repair of equipment.
HALT 1333 LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
In-depth coverage of irrigation systems including equipment, design, performance, and maintenance. Topics include residential and commercial applications, troubleshooting, repair, and technological advances in irrigation systems.
HALT 1345 GOLF/SPORTS FIELD/PARK MANAGEMENT
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
Instruction in the management of golf courses, sports fields, and municipal parks departments. Topics include record keeping, budgeting, labor management, maintenance programs, financial reports, personnel management, and business functions.
HALT 1351 LANDSCAPE BUSINESS OPERATIONS
Credit: 3 (3 lecture)
Instruction in the structure of the landscape business including cost estimation; organization; equipment needs; interpretation of financial reports; and material, labor, and equipment management. Emphasis on the types of landscape operations, marketing, legal forms, construction law, and safety.
HALT 1370 INTRODUCTION TO AQUAPONICS
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
Course provides instruction of the principles and practical application of an aquaponics culture system. Students will be introduced to the history as well as a variety of system designs that maintain water quality by various solids removal techniques. Also covered will be fish production, plant production, and economics.
HALT 1382 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
Prerequisite: department approval
Credit: 3 (1 lecture/seminar and 20 hrs a week employment)
Career-related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary.
HALT 1396 - SPECIAL TOPICS IN NURSERY OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT Prerequisite: Department Approval
Credit: 3 (2 lec, 2 lab)
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student.
HALT 2307 - HORTICULTURE FOOD CROPS
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
A study of commercial and home cultivated food crops including various vegetables, fruits, and nuts. Topics address planting, maintenance, harvest, and storage of the various crops.
HALT 2308 - GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
Fundamentals of greenhouse construction and operation. Topics include architectural styles, construction materials, environmental systems and controls, growing media, fertilizers, post harvest handing, marketing, and business management.
HALT 2312 - TURFGRASS MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT
Credit: 3 (3 lecture)
Instruction in common turf-grass cultural practices. Topics include calculation and application of materials and the operation and maintenance of equipment.
HALT 2314 - PLANT PROPAGATION
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
A study of the sexual and asexual propagation of plants used in horticulture. Topics include propagation by seeds, cuttings, grafting, budding, layering, division separation, and tissue culture, and environmental factors of propagation.
HALT 2318 - SOIL FERTILITY AND FERTILIZERS
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
An in-depth study of the chemistry, soil interaction, plant uptake, and utilization of essential plant nutrients. Topics include deficiency and toxicity symptoms, and the selection, application, and characteristics of fertilizer materials.
HALT 2320 - NURSERY PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
An overview of the procedures for establishing and operating a commercial nursery. Topics include site selection, structures, equipment, stock selection, production practices, harvesting, marketing, and
management practices.
HALT 2321 - SMALL FARMING
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
Instruction in small farming techniques with emphasis on horticulture science including comprehensive and profitable guidelines. Topics include herbs, fruits, nut and vegetable crops.
HALT 2323 HORTICULTURE PEST CONTROL
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
Examination of federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing the control of horticultural pests. Topics include procedures, methods, safety requirements, integrated pest management (IPM) and chemical, natural, and biological controls.
HALT 2331 ADVANCED LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Credit: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
In-depth coverage of advanced practices in landscape planning for commercial and residential
landscapes. Topics include advanced design analysis, architectural elements, space articulation, and land engineering concepts.
