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Discipline: Certificate: Interior Landscaping - L0106

Course Name	Course Number	Objectives
Horticultural Science	AGOR 1 (VOC)	Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to explain concepts related to plant structure and function. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to describe climatic and microclimate interactions and how they influence plant growth. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to explain how different types of soils can be managed to improve plant growth Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to correctly identify the nutrients required to correct nutrient deficiencies in plants. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to explain the standard plant propagation methods. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to explain photosynthesis, respiration, and translocation. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to define common horticultural terms. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to describe common horticultural careers. • Students will be able to explain concepts related to plant classification and nomenclature. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to describe the basic concepts of landscape design. Students will be able to explain the elements of plant selection. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to evaluate nursery stock for structure and health. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to demonstrate proper planting and transplanting methods. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to evaluate common landscape practices. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to differentiate between different types of soils. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to choose irrigation practices for conserving water and encouraging plant health. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to determine the water needs of plants. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to identify major nutrient deficiencies in plants. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to describe the correct application of fertilizers. Students will be able to diagnose common plant diseases and the effects of garden pests. GEO- Students completing relevant assignments in Area B courses will evaluate the impact of science on their daily lives. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to describe sexual and asexual reproduction in plants. Students completing AGOR 1 will be able to evaluate various pruning practices and applications for common plants.
Integrated Pest Management	AGOR 24 (VOC)	Course completers will be able to formulate and implement a complete Integrated Pest Management program for a specific site. Students completing AGOR 24 will be able to give a professional quality oral presentation Successful completers will be able to identify local pests and disorders of trees, turf, and ornamental landscapes. Students successfully completing this course will be able to demonstrate knowledge of Laws and Regulations of California Department of Pesticide Regulation
Interior Landscaping	AGOR 15 (VOC)	Course completers will be able to recognize and explain the benefits of plants in the interior. Course completers will be able to identify and explain appropriate irrigation practices for interior applications. Course completers will be able to interact with clients in a professional manner. Students will be able to explain the impact of light on plants. Students will be able to develop a maintenance plan and schedule. Students will be able to assess pest and disease problems on interior plants. Students will be able to describe elements of the history of interior landscaping. Students will be able to identify the common types of plants used in interior landscaping, and their origins. Students will be able to compare different types of lighting systems for interior plants. Students will be able to select an appropriate lighting system for a given situation Students will be able to determine water needs of interior plants. Students will be able to explain the impacts of air quality and humidity on interior plants. Students will be able to explain the impacts of temperature on interior plants. Students will be able to explain the role and characteristics of different types of soil media commonly used in interior landscaping. Students will be able to analyze the needs of the client and the proposed interior landscape site. Students will be able to create and maintain an interior landscape. Students will be able to explain the basic design concepts for interior landscaping. Students completing AGOR 15 will be able to give a professional quality oral presentation. Students will be able to select appropriate interior plants for given site conditions. Students will be able to identify common species and varieties of interior plants.
Landscape Irrigation - Drip and Low Volume	AGOR 64 (VOC)	Course completers will be able to evaluate a site and develop a functional drip/low flow design that meets client criteria Completers will be able to install a proper drip irrigation system. 70% of the completers will be able identify basic components used for drip installations
Landscaping and Nursery Management	AGOR 32 (VOC)	Students completing this course will be able to explain the organizational structure of the nursery industry. Students completing AGOR 32 will be able to demonstrate good customer relations skills. Demonstrate a work ethic appropriate to the plant production industry.
Ornamental Plants - Herbaceous	AGOR 29 (VOC)	Course completers will be able to explain the binomial method of plant nomenclature. Students completing AGOR 30 will be able to identify botanical terms (plant identification terminology) as related to various plant parts and structures. Students completing AGOR 29 will be able to summarize the various uses of plants as related to landscape and garden applications. Students completing AGOR 29 will be able to explain growth habits and requirements of common landscape plants. Students completing AGOR 29 will be able to identify common herbaceous landscape plants using physical features of leaf, stem, flower, fruit, and growth habit.

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