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Course Development Guide |
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May 1, 2008
Course Title
Principles of Horticulture
Course Description
This course is designed to prepare students for further studies in Horticulture. Careers and areas of horticulture are explored, as is how horticulture fits into the field of plant agriculture. Greenhouse watering, tools, safety, and plant growth are all aspects of this course. The course will be divided into theory, terminology and hands-on applications, which are a stepping stone for all other horticulture studies.
Contact
Tim Dennis
405-743-5187
tdenn@okcareertech.org
| OCAS Codes | OHLAP Credit | Course Length | Prerequisites |
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None
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No |
30 Hours
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Knowledge and Skills
Horticulture: Field Technician – CTTC
Horticulture: Florist Assistant – CTTC
Horticulture: Landscape Maintenance Technician – CTTC
Horticulture: Nursery Technician – CTTC
http://www.okcareertech.org/testing/Skills%20Standards/Agriculture_Career_Cluster.htm
Accountability Measures, Assessments, or Evaluation Procedures
Horticulture: Field Technician – CTTC
Horticulture: Florist Assistant – CTTC
Horticulture: Landscape Maintenance Technician – CTTC
Horticulture: Nursery Technician – CTTC
http://www.okcareertech.org/testing/Skills%20Standards/Agriculture_Career_Cluster.htm
Industry Alignments
Greenhouse Grower’s Association
Oklahoma Turfgrass Resource Foundation
State Florist Association
State Nurserymen’s Association
Aligns with Department of Agriculture Standards
Curriculum Resources
Introduction to Horticulture - CIMC
Greenhouse Management and Operation - CIMC
Supplemental VHS and DVDs - CIMC