Horticulture Technology Certificate (C15240P)
This curriculum is available to eligible high school students through the Career and College Promise Program.
Semesters
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First Fall Semester
Plant Materials I
This course covers identification, culture, characteristics, and use of plants in a sustainable landscape. Emphasis is placed on nomenclature, identification, growth requirements, cultural requirements, soil preferences, and landscape applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the proper selection and utilization of plant materials, including natives and invasive plants.
Semester Total
6
First Spring Semester
Greenhouse Operations
This course covers the principles and procedures involved in the operation and maintenance of greenhouse facilities. Emphasis is placed on the operation of greenhouse systems, including the environmental control, record keeping, scheduling, and production practices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to operate greenhouse systems and facilities to produce greenhouse crops.
Plant Propagation
This course is a study of sexual and asexual reproduction of plants. Emphasis is placed on seed propagation, grafting, stem and root propagation, micro-propagation, and other propagation techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully propagate ornamental plants.
Semester Total
6
Total Program Credit
12
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Caroline Bailey
Congratulations to Caroline Bailey for being named as a BCC Student of the Month. 鈥淚n every way, Caroline represents the best of BCC,鈥� said Instructor Heather Hardie. 鈥淪he鈥檚 a team player, hard worker, and has a heart of gold. Her passion for learning and helping others inspires us all.鈥�