Course Descriptions
HORT 100
Plant Diseases and Pests
3 Units
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: HORT 300.
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
This course provides a study of the insects, diseases, and weeds encountered in the landscape and nursery environment. It will focus on pest identification, principles of pest management, and state and federal laws and regulations with regard to pest control and pesticide use.
HORT 122
Landscape Practices: Pesticide Qualified Applicator's Certificate
2 Units
Prerequisite: None
Hours: 36 hours LEC
Laws, regulations, and safety concerns for pesticide applicators preparing to obtain (QAC) Qualified Applicator's Certificate or (QAL) Qualified Applicator's License. Environmental concerns regarding groundwater and other exposures will be discussed.
HORT 299
Experimental Offering in Horticulture
.5-4 Units
Prerequisite: None
Hours: 18 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
HORT 300
Introduction to Horticulture
3 Units
Prerequisite: None.
General Education: AA/AS Area IV
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Survey of principles and practices of horticulture designed to improve knowledge of the home gardener as well as those seeking a career. Basic plant structure and function, general knowledge of plant usage, landscape planning and maintenance.
HORT 302
Soils and Plant Nutrition
3 Units
Same As: PLTS 310
Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: HORT 300 or PLTS 300
General Education: AA/AS Area IV
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
This course provides a basic knowledge of the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils. The course includes factors of: fundamental soil properties, soil and plant relationships, principles of soil formation, fertilizers and soil management, salinity, pH, erosion management, and non-agricultural uses. This course is the same as PLTS 310, and only one may be taken for credit. See "Cross-Listed Courses" in the catalog.
HORT 305
Plant Materials I
3 Units
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: HORT 300.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
See UC Limitations & Counselor
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
This course is the identification and study of the growth habits, cultural practices, and ornamental uses of landscape and indoor plants adapted to climates of California. Plants emphasized will come from the current California Association of Nurseries and Garden Centers (CANGC) and California Landscape Contractors Association (CLCA) certification exams plant lists. The focus will be on those plants best observed and studied during California's fall and/or winter seasons.
HORT 306
Plant Materials II
3 Units
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: HORT 300.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
See UC Limitations & Counselor
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
This course is the identification and study of the growth habits, cultural practices, and ornamental uses of landscape and indoor plants adapted to climates of California. Plants emphasized will come from the current California Association of Nurseries and Garden Centers (CANGC) and California Landscape Contractors Association (CLCA) certification exams plant lists. The focus will be on those plants best observed and studied during California's spring and/or summer seasons.
HORT 310
Nursery Practices
3 Units
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: HORT 300.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
This course is a study and application of the practices and management of both wholesale and retail nurseries including marketing, propagation and cultural practices of herbaceous and woody plants, and business management practices required in establishing and operating a nursery.
HORT 312
Plant Propagation
3 Units
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: HORT 300.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
Plant Propagation is a study and practice of the sexual and asexual reproduction of landscape plant species. The emphasis of Horticulture 312 will be on the preparation and use of propagating and planting mediums, planting, transplanting, fertilizing, propagation facility pest and disease control, propagation structure utilization and site layout. Additional topics include the maintenance of common tools and equipment, and the laws and regulations pertaining to plant propagation and nursery production.
HORT 320
Landscape Construction
3 Units
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: HORT 300.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
This course covers the fundamentals of landscape construction, including soil preparation, paving and construction materials, hand and power tool use, turf and plant installation, plan reading, estimating, and bid preparation. It will emphasize approved industry construction methods, local codes and state requirements. This course is an initial step in preparation for the California State C-27 Landscape Contractor License exam.
HORT 322
Landscape Graphics
3 Units
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: HORT 300, 305, 306, 320 and 324.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Landscape graphics is the study of technical drafting skills and freehand graphics including line quality, lettering and organization as it relates to landscape design. The use of a variety of graphic skills and media will be developed along with an introduction to basic landscape design theory and practice.
HORT 323
Sustainable Landscape Design
1 Unit
Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC
This course is designed to provide the student with increased knowledge and understanding in the area of Sustainable Landscape Design. This course will examine the fundamental principles of sustainability, and how the principles can be utilized to guide the designer in the development of ornamental landscapes. An emphasis will be placed on the relationships between environmental conditions, soils, water, plant materials, and construction materials and how these relationships guide the landscape development process. Additional topics will include construction material selection, plant material selection, soil preparation, sustainable landscape maintenance, and pest management for sustainable landscapes.
HORT 324
Landscape Maintenance
3 Units
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: HORT 300.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
This course prepares students to enhance the function and aesthetic value of public and private landscapes by applying appropriate maintenance techniques. Topics include planting, pruning, watering, soil fertility, pest management, weed control, power equipment operation and maintenance, and landscape maintenance business practices.
HORT 325
Landscape Irrigation
3 Units
Prerequisite: None
Advisory: HORT 300 and 322.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
This course prepares students to design, install and maintain a water efficient landscape irrigation system. Topics include water supply, basic hydraulics, component identification and terminology, system layout, pipe sizing, water application head types, valves, and controllers.
HORT 326
Landscape Design
3 Units
Prerequisite: HORT 322 with a grade of "C" or better
Advisory: HORT 300, 305 and/or 306.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
This course is the study and implementation of the art and science of landscape design. It covers the principles of design, the design process, advanced drafting techniques, and advanced graphics and presentation methods. Course and project emphasis is placed upon utilization of various landscape themes, unique design styles, and the problem solving process regarding residential and small commercial site landscape design.
HORT 495
Independent Studies in Horticulture
1-3 Units
Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
HORT 498
Work Experience in Horticulture
1-4 Units
Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 300 hours LAB
This course provides students with opportunities to develop marketable skills in preparation for employment or advancement within their current job. Course content will include understanding the application of education to the workforce; completion of required forms, which document the student's progress and hours spent at the work site; and developing workplace skills and competencies. During the course of the semester, the student is required to fulfill an 18 hour orientation and 75 hours of related paid work experience, or 60 hours of unpaid work experience for one unit. An additional 75 or 60 hours of related work experience is required for each additional unit. The course may be taken again when there is new or expanded learning on the job for a maximum of 16 units.
HORT 499
Experimental Offering in Horticulture
.5-4 Units
Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB