Ornamental Horticulture Landscape Technology - Cuyamaca College

Ornamental Horticulture Landscape Technology from Cuyamaca College is a Campus Certificate Landscaping degree that prepares you for a Agriculture career. Landscape installation and management forms the focus of this program. Students learn the latest methods, materials and techniques in the landscape industry. Students seeking careers in Landscape Technology are entering a challenging career field that requires knowledge of plant material, turfgrass, landscape and irrigation design, soils, pest control and landscape construction. A professional in the field has the opportunity to be involved in working with people as well as plants as the manager must direct and supervise employees, deal with clients and suppliers, and may become involved in professional organizations. Students entering the landscape industry, those already employed but seeking upgraded skills, and those wishing to transfer to Cal Poly or other four-year degree programs will benefit from the curriculum. Graduates are employed by landscape contractors, public agencies or are selfemployed. Associate in Science Degree Requirements: OH 120 Fundamentals of Ornamental Horticulture OH 130 Plant Pest Control OH 140 Soils OH 170 Plant Materials: Trees and Shrubs OH 172 Introduction to Landscape Design OH 180 Plant Materials: Annuals and Perennials OH 220 Landscape Construction: Concrete and Masonry OH 235 Principles of Landscape Irrigation OH 290 Cooperative Work Experience Education Total Required.......................33 Certificate of Achievement Students who complete only the major requirements above qualify for a Certificate in Landscape Technology. View more details on Cuyamaca College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Landscaping courses.