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Ornamental Horticulture

O H 10 Introduction to Ornamental

Horticulture Units 2

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce the student to the ornamental horticulture industry with emphasis in career opportunities and skills needed for each discipline. Basic science, facility, and tool orientation will be presented. (CSU)

O H 12 Fundamentals of Horticulture Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is a general introduction to environmental horticulture with emphasis on nursery operations, landscaping, turf management, and floral industries. Topics include basic botany, cultural practices, propagation, structures and layout, pest management, planting, container gardening and houseplants, floral design, plant identification, turfgrass installation and care, and survey of career opportunities. (CSU)

O H 13 History of Garden Design Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is an introduction to the relationship of landscape art to the human experience. Examples of gardens throughout history are used to demonstrate artistic creation and aesthetic design from a cross-cultural perspective. (UC, CSU)

O H 14 Introduction to Plant Pests and

Diseases Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce the student to the common pests and diseases associated with ornamental plants and to present the basic principles of modern plant protection (chemical, biological, and cultural). (CSU, CCAG 325)

O H 15 Selected Topics:

Ornamental Horticulture Units 1-2

Prerequisites: None; exempt from assessment testing.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of ornamental horticulture not already covered by existing curricula.. (CSU)

O H 21A Identification of Fall Plants Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce approximately 250 ornamental plants used in the landscape of Central California. The course includes environmentl requirements, taxonomy, common pests and diseases, growth habits, geographic origins and uses in the landscape of both drought tolerant and native plants. (UC, CSU, CAN AG 18)

O H 21B Identification of Spring Plants Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce approximately 250 ornamental plants used in the landscape of Central California. The course includes environmental requirements, taxonomy, common pests and diseases, growth habits, geographic origins and uses in the landscape of both drought tolerant and native plants. (UC, CSU, CAN AG 18)

O H 23 Landscape Irrigation and Drainage Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce all phases of residential and commercial landscape irrigation including designing, estimating, installing, maintaining, and trouble-shooting. The course includes the components of sprinkler systems, drip irrigation systems, components of drainage, and installation of landscape drainage systems. (CSU)

O H 30 Greenhouse Production Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce current production practices employed for selected floral crops. The course includes varietal selection, growth requirements, planting schedule, and pest and disease control. (CSU)

O H 31 Floral Arrangement Units 2

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce fundamentals of theory, techniques and skills currently practiced in the floral industry. Included will be applied art principles, post-harvest care, handling practices, proper use of florist tools and materials in crafting basic designs. (CSU)

O H 32 Horticulture Management Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce the economics of operating, designing, organizing, and managing a horticulture business, the overall cost of being in business, location selection, layout, and demographic studies. The course includes personnel management, merchandising, advertising, pricing strategies, selling techniques, promotion, cooperative buying, and industry contributions. (CSU)

O H 33 Advanced Floral Arrangement Units 2

Prerequisites: O H 31 with a grade of "C" or better.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is an introduction to principles, theory, and techniques of floral arrangement including asymmetrical triangle, vertical, 'T's, other design arrangements, and corsage work. The student develops increased levels of proficiency and speed needed for employment. (CSU)

O H 34 Plant Propagation Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce the principles and practices of nursery propagation utilizing seeds, cuttings, separations, budding, grafting, layering, and tissue cultures. The course includes laboratory work in the use of various commercial propagation methods. (CSU)

O H 35 Landscape Maintenance Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to enable the student to learn the skills necessary to successfully maintain residential and commercial landscapes and structures. The curriculum includes training in fertilizing, irrigation repair, pest and disease control, plant and tree installation, pruning, soil amending and mulching, and tree staking. (CSU)

O H 36 House Plants and Interior

Landscaping Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce interior landscape and the fundamentals of house plant care, including proper plant selection and identification, insect and disease detection, optimum lighting and temperatures, fertilizers and irrigation, repotting techniques, and correction of plant problems. (CSU)

O H 37 Landscape Construction Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to provide the student with hands-on experience in planning and installing landscape construction projects. The student is exposed to the necessary tools and techniques and participates in the construction of various landscape projects such as cement patios, retaining walls, raised planters, mowstrips, fences, patio covers, decks, and masonry projects. (CSU)

O H 38 Basic Landscape Drafting Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is an introduction to basic drafting principles and techniques presently utilized by the landscape industry. Graphic communication through lettering, drafting, graphics and symbolic representation are emphasized. The student completes a set of construction drawings for a residential landscape. (CSU)

O H 40 Principles of Landscape Design Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is an introduction to basic principles of landscape design, including both hardscape and softscape. The student explores the elements of landscape design, including garden structures, pavements, plants, and complete construction drawings for residential landscape. (CSU)

O H 46 Turf Practices Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce the maintenance and management of turf areas, including golf courses, athletic fields, public parks, and residential lawns. This course includes the principles of turfgrass culture to provide the student with a sound basis for formulating decisions and methods of operation. (CSU)

O H 50H Special Studies:

Ornamental Horticulture Units 1-2

Prerequisites: Completion of survey course with grade of "B" or better and presentation of a project acceptable to the instructor and division chairperson.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is open to the student qualified to do advanced work in the field. The course includes research, directed reading, field work, or other advanced study, and the course may be repeated for a maximum total of four units. (CSU)

O H 60 Pruning of Ornamental Plants Units 1.5

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce the science of pruning and its effect on plant material. The course includes proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment, and safety is emphasized. (CSU)

O H 62 Landscape Irrigation and Drainage Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce the student to all phases of residential and commercial landscape irrigation including designing, estimating, installing, maintaining, and trouble-shooting. The student is exposed to the components of both sprinkler and drip irrigation systems. This course also covers the components and installation of landscape drainage systems. (CSU)

O H 69V Internship: Ornamental

Horticulture Units 1-8

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: The student must enroll in a course that is directly related to the ornamental horticulture internship. The student must enroll in a minimum of 7 units during the semester including internship units. For summer sessions, the student must enroll in one related course in addition to internship. The combined total number of units a student may take in internship, work experience, and occupational practice may not exceed a maximum of 16 units. Participation requires submission and approval of internship program objectives and an employer internship agreement.

Advisories: GUID 30, 31, 32, 33.

This course is designed for the student participating in an occupational internship in ornamental horticulture. Application of discipline-related skills and knowledge of Secretaries Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS) competencies is emphasized. Each student is engaged in a specific research project or on-the-job learning activities under the supervision of a worksite supervisor and a college internship instructor. (CSU)

O H 75 Selected Topics: Ornamental

Horticulture Units 0.5-3

Prerequisites: None; exempt from assessment testing.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to offer instruction in one or more of the specialized areas of ornamental horticulture not already covered by the existing curriculum. Units in this course do not count toward an associate degree.

O H 80 Floral Fundamentals Units 1

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce basic skills and techniques commonly used by professional flower artists. Flower preparation, wire and taping, identification of flowers and tools, and corsage and body flower design are addressed.

O H 81A Applied Floral Arrangement Units 2

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is an introduction to fundamentals of theory, techniques and skills currently practiced in the floral industry. The course includes applied art principles, post-harvest care, handling practices, proper use of lforist tools and materials in crafting basic designs.

O H 83 Advanced Applied Floral

Arrangement Units 2

Prerequisites: O H 81 or O H 31 with a grade of "C" or better.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is an introduction to advanced principles and techniques of floral arrangement, including new types and designs of arrangements and corsage work. The student develops increased levels of proficiency and speed needed for employment. Development of basic floral skills is the focus.

O H 84 Wedding and High Style

Floral Design Units 2

Prerequisites: O H 33 or O H 83, O H 80, O H 31 or O H 81A.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed for the student with developed skills and speed in floral arrangement. Advanced floral design theory, techniques and skills in the floral industry including wedding and high style floral designs are included. Techniques include working with the customer, consultations, pricing, and use of computers and other business machines. Construction and servicing of weddings and other high style floral displays are included.

O H 91A Applied Identification of Fall Plants Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce approximately 190 ornamental plants used in the landscape of Central California. The course inclues environmental requirements, common pests and diseases, growth habits, geographic origins, and uses in the landscape for drought tolerant and native plants.

O H 91B Applied Identification of

Spring Plants Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment:

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce approximately 190 ornamental plants used in the landscape of Central California. The course includes environmental requirements, common pests and diseases, growth habits, geographic origins, and uses in the landscape for drought tolerant and native plants.

O H 93 Applied Landscape Irrigation

and Drainage Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to introduce all phases of residential and commerical landscape irrigation including designing, estimating, installing, maintaining, and trouble-shooting. The course includes the components of sprinkler and drip irrigation systems and the development of hands-on skills.

O H 94 Xeriscaping Units 1

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to research, design, evaluate, and choose materials for landscaping gardens. The course includes water conservation, management, and harvesting for residential and commercial landscape.

O H 95 Applied Landscape Maintenance Units 3

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: None.

Advisories: None.

This course is designed to enable the student to acquire the skills necessary to successfully maintain residential and commercial landscapes and structures. The course includes fertilization; irrigation repair; pest and disease control; plant and tree installation; pruning; soil amending and mulching; and tree staking.

O H 96V Work Experience:

Ornamental Horticulture Units 1-8

Prerequisites: None.

Limitations on Enrollment: The student must enroll in a course that is directly related to the ornamental horticulture work experience. The student must enroll in a minimum of 7 units during the semester including work experience units. For summer session, the student must enroll in one related course in addition to work experience. The combined total number of units a student may take in internship, work experience, and occupational practice may not exceed a maximum of 16 units. Participation requires submission and approval of work experience program objectives and an employer work experience agreement.

Advisories: GUID 30, 31, 32, 33.

This course is designed for the student employed in the area of ornamental horticulture. The course objectives are developed by the student in consultation with his or her supervisor. The student is engaged in a specific research project or on-the-job learning activities under the supervision of a worksite supervisor and a college work experience instructor. To register, complete an application form available at the Applied Science and Technology Division office, Holt 140.

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