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Sep 07, 2024
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2024-2025 Catalog
Grounds Management Certificate
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Code: CERT.GRND.MGT
Students taking the Grounds Management Certificate understand the function of various plant types (e.g. grasses, shrubs, trees, herbaceous plants) and the cultural needs of these for sustainably dealing with soils, water, fertilizer, pruning, pest control, planting and more. A hands-on educational approach is given to each student with designed projects for them to fulfill on campus.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
- Identify the major insect, disease, nutritional and physiological disorders that affect plant growth.
- Conduct a site analysis of the existing and potential problems to the plants and surrounding items and areas.
- Take a soil sample and remedy any deficiencies, abnormal pH levels or nutritional concerns
- Manage the turf area for weeds, insects, diseases and nutrient needs.
- Consult on pruning practices appropriate for shrub and tree care.
- Coordinate sub contracted services necessary to the site.
Career Pathways
Landscape Crew Foreman |
Landscape Materials Installer |
Pest Management Practitioner |
Tree Service Technician |
Parks Manager |
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Recommended Semester Sequence
General Education Requirements
Restricted Program Requirements
Total Credit Hours: 32-34
Specific Program Notes
Students are encouraged to take their courses in semester sequence order.
Please note that required courses may have prerequisites. Click on each course to view details.
*Restricted Electives: HRT-113 , HRT-232 , HRT-233
**General Education Course List .
Students enrolled in this program ARE NOT REQUIRED to successfully complete a course in basic algebra if indicated by Placement Testing.
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