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The science and culture of plants upon which man's very existence depends. The principles and practices used to grow plants for food and environmental enhancement will be emphasized.

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The student will explore the latest advancements, research findings, and emerging trends within the field of horticulture.

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The world of garden plants, their structure, form and how they function. A course for the plant professional and plant enthusiasts.

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A nontechnical study of the fundamental concepts of soil science. Methods of investigations for the managements of soils and soil substitutes.

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Basic landscape drafting practices, lettering, line work, symbols, sheet composition and dimensioning.

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This course begins exploring drawing techniques necessary to perform tasks related to communicating design concepts in landscape design. The emphasis is on easy, time-saving techniques that build from understanding perspective to rapid sketching skills. Field sketching is also a vital communication skill in environmental design, as it enables designers to quickly record ideas whether simply for their own use, or to share with a client to gather early feedback on usability, form, and aesthetic. Using both indoor and outdoor venues around the campus, students will learn to communicate their thoughts visually and integrate their sketching into the design process.

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This course provides an introduction to digital techniques while explaining the processes associated with describing and designing the landscape. In addition, this course guides the student through from their first impression of a site, through concept and schematic design and presentation to construction and site drawings, concluding with a case study that shows the final result. The designer needs to know about digital tools and use them at the various stages of a concept development. In the journey from concept to realization, it is important to have the right tools and methods of representation and use them in an intelligent and skillful way.

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This course is designed to introduce students to the science of aquaponics — a sustainable method of food production that combines aquaculture (raising fish) and hydroponics (growing plants in water) for a variety of applications. Through a blend of lectures and hands-on lab work based in our aquaponics greenhouses, students will gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for understanding and implementing aquaponic systems at various scales. Enrollment Limitation: MRSC A146; students who complete HORT A146 may not enroll in or receive credit for MRSC A146.

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Maintenance of residential and small commercial landscapes to include: small tree and shrub trimming, all aspects of lawn care, soil amending, fertilizing, sprinkler adjustments, watering, pest inspections, and scheduling.

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An introduction to the many aspects of tree care.

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Preparation for California Certification Exam as Pesticide Applicator and Gardeners Maintenance Pest Control Operators. Emphasis on safe use of pesticides, alternative pest management. Ornamental, turf grass, industrial, right-of-way and seed treatment control.

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Identification, habits of growth, culture, propagation, and use of ornamental trees in landscape design for Southern California.

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Habits of growth, culture, propagation, and use in landscape design for Southern California. Identification will be emphasized.

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Principles and practice of propagation of horticultural plants. Propagation from seed, cuttings, layering, and grafting.

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A survey of the nursery industry. Nursery structures and equipment, construction, operation and use in the production of commercial crops. Cultural aspects of crop production.

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Common diseases of plants, emphasis on ornamentals grown in Southern California. Their symptoms and control of salinity, air pollutants, fungi, bacteria, virus, nematodes and other causal agents of plant diseases.

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Common mite, insect, and other animal pests of ornamental plants and common weeds of Southern California are described and identified and ways to prevent and treat infestations are discussed.

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Recognition of landscape control of weeds in the landscape and in nurseries with emphasis on practical applications.

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Developing new and retrofitting existing landscapes with California friendly plant material.

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How to use the plants from the deserts of the world in the Southern California landscape. Identification, growth habits, culture, propagation, design considerations, and conservation.

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This introduction course is a historical survey of the development of designed landscapes from ancient times through the 21st century. The course will emphasize the cultural, social, and economic contexts that have shaped and informed historic landscapes, broadly defined, and the influence of environmental concerns, horticultural techniques, and technological innovations.

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This course will introduce and broadly explore how Therapeutic Gardens and the field of Horticultural Therapy incorporates the use of plants and gardening activities to promote health and wellness for people of many ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Topics will include people/plant relationship theories, horticultural therapy as a specialized field, Therapeutic Gardens and their use, and the societal impacts of Horticultural Therapy and research that supports it.

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Landscape design, circulation, form, materials, scale. Preparation of landscape design plans.

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Design of basic garden elements (i.e. walls, arbors, pools, steps, fences). Reviews construction materials and their inherent qualities. Preparation of construction drawings.

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Design and preparation of landscape planting plans. Emphasis on ecological and aesthetic considerations.

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How to design irrigation sprinkler systems for small areas, such as residential properties and small industrial sites.

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A hands-on experience with the installation of a residential irrigation system to include: materials lists, layout, trenching, gluing and fitting lines, sprinklers and nozzles, valve manifolds, and clocks. Emphasis on planning, layout, and time saving practical methods. To include one Saturday installation.