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Horticulture (335) |
Associate of Applied Science: Horticulture |
The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Horticulture explores the art and science of plant cultivation and the use of ornamentals in the landscape. Students are prepared for full-time employment in a variety of green industry businesses, including landscape design and management, plant production and management (nursery, greenhouse, and retail garden center), and managerial positions with corporate, commercial and governmental entities; they may also choose self-employment in the green industry. The program is designed for those seeking a career track or for those with prior college credit in another field of study.
Classes offer hands-on, practical experience in the particular area of study. The curriculum allows students to acquire knowledge and skills in other areas that complement their horticulture studies and furthers their career objectives. |
2024-2025 |
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Chesapeake |
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ENG 111 |
College Composition I
| 3 | None | None |
✦HRT 110 |
Principles of Horticulture
| 3 | None | None |
HRT 201 |
Landscape Plants I
| 3 | None | None |
SDV 100 |
College Success Skills
| 1 | None | None |
HRT 269 |
Professional Turf Care
| 3 | None | None |
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Approved Elective 2
| 3 | | |
Semester Total: 16 |
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ENG 112 | College Composition II
| 3 | ENG 111 | None |
HRT 135 | Training for Commercial Pesticide Application
| 3 | None | None |
HRT 202 | Landscape Plants II
| 3 | None | None |
HRT 227 | Professional Landscape Management
| 3 | None | None |
___________ | Science with Lab Elective 1
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Semester Total: 16 |
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HRT 155 | Plants and Society
| 3 | HRT 110 | None |
___________ | Social Science Elective 3
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HRT 207 | Plant Pest Management
| 3 | None | None |
HRT 259 | Arboriculture
| 3 | None | None |
___________ | Approved Elective 2
| 3 - 4 | | |
Semester Total: 15-16 |
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HRT 298 | Seminar and Project
| 4 | Instructor permission | None |
HRT 226 | Greenhouse Management
| 3 | None | None |
___________ | Approved Elective 2
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___________ | Humanities Elective 4
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Semester Total: 13-14 |
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Total Minimum Credits: 60-62
1Eligible courses are listed under . Students should consult with an academic advisor or counselor to choose the appropriate course(s). |
2Approved Elective may be chosen from the following:
A. Plant Production Track: HRT 121, HRT 122, HRT 115
B. Landscape Management Track: HRT 235, HRT 150, CAD 201 (4 Credits) |
3Approved Social Science Elective may be chosen from ECO 120, ECO 201, ECO 202, GEO 210, or GEO 220 |
4Approved Humanities Elective may be chosen from ART 101, MUS 121, or PHI 101 |
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✦ Gateway Course - A course that serves as an introduction to the program and is typically offered early in the program. |
✫ Critical Course - A course faculty have identified as one that students should complete successfully, with a high level of understanding and comprehension, to progress in the program. |
❖ Milestone Course - Key intervals of program completion, if applicable. |
✴ Experiential Learning - A course where students can expect hands-on experiences and/or practical exposure opportunities which could be in or out of the classroom. |
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