Natural Sciences Horticulture and Plant Science - Lehigh Carbon Community College

Natural Sciences Horticulture and Plant Science from Lehigh Carbon Community College is a Campus Associate Horticulture degree that prepares you for a Agriculture career. The Natural Science program is intended for students who plan to transfer in the areas of study listed below. The student can choose either the Horticulture and Plant Science, Life Science , or Physical Science option. Horticulture and Plant Science Option This program is designed for students who are interested in environmentally-responsible landscape, crop, and garden management. While some students may pursue the program of study for personal or professional enrichment or to obtain entry-level employment in horticulture or environmental restoration, the program is designed for students considering transfer to a four-year college or university for a baccalaureate degree in Horticulture , Botany, Crop Science, Environmental Studies, or related areas. Electives allow students to choose courses that will fulfill the requirements of the four-year college they plan to attend. Since such requirements vary, students should consult with an academic advisor to select appropriate courses. Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to: show proficiency in critical thinking and problem solving, making careful observations, formulating hypotheses, and collecting and interpreting scientific data. evaluate the social and environmental impacts of various land management practices and discuss effective ecologically-sound strategies for managing landscapes, gardens or crops. demonstrate knowledge of the diversity, biology, culture, identity, and ecology of native, introduced, wild, and cultivated plant species. describe the role of both pest and beneficial insect populations in agricultural and ecological communities. research and communicate about timely issues in plant ecology and environmentally-responsible horticultural and land management practices. recognize the importance of plants and healthy plant communities to other life forms on earth. develop effective work ethics through group laboratory activities. demonstrate effective oral and written communication, teamwork, information literacy, and college-level mathematical competence. View more details on Lehigh Carbon Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Horticulture courses.