Landscape Design/Management Certificate

PROGRAM CODE: 2C21252

The Landscape Design/Management Certificate prepares a student for entry level positions in the landscape design or landscape maintenance industry. The hands-on classes also provide the skills necessary for self-employment in the landscape design or landscape management industry. The Landscape Design/Management Certificate Program requires completion of 31-37 units of which 7 units are in required courses. An additional 24-30 units must be completed from four categories as restricted electives. A grade of C or better is required in each course taken.

Required Courses (7 units):
HORT 165 FLandscape Management4
HORT 200 FLandscape Design3
Restricted Electives (24-29 units)
Category A (6 units):6
The student must complete either the HORT 005 F and 006 F sequence OR the HORT 160 F and 161 F sequence.
Basic Landscape Plants I
and Basic Landscape Plants II
3
OR
Plant Identification of Ornamental Trees
and Plant Identification of Ornamental Shrubs
3
Category B (3 units):3
The student must complete either HORT 153 F or HORT 177 F.
Landscape Irrigation3
Turf Grass Management
Category C (7-10 units):7-10
The student must complete a minimum of 7 units from the following list of courses.
World Civilizations to 1550 (formerly World Civilizations I)3
Honors World Civilizations to 1550 (formerly Honors World Civilizations I)
Soils3
Plant Nutrition2
Landscape Construction3
Landscape Construction Laboratory1
Advanced Landscape Design3
Diseases and Pests of Ornamental Plants4
Integrated Pest Management2
Category D (8 - 11 units):8-11
The student must complete a minimum of 8 units from the following list of courses.
Landscaping for Dry Climates3
Plant Identification of Annuals, Perennials and Houseplants3
Arboriculture2
Applied Entomology3
Plant Pathology3
Permaculture Design5
Total Units31-37

Outcome 1: Apply concepts of landscape design to improve plant quality, irrigation efficiency, increase beneficial organisms and reduce the reliance of chemicals and fertilizers.

Outcome 2: Demonstrate an understanding of how landscape management practices may impact the climate, water quality, wildlife, and people.


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