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HRT 100 Introduction to Wines and Vines (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the world of wine grapes, from cultural history and geography to plant taxonomy and anatomy. Topics covered in this course include wine producing regions, varieties grown, and important factors for successful crops. The wine tasting component of the course will be conducted at the Canandaigua Wine and Culinary Center, where the students will learn to distinguish wines and how to pair wines with food. They will take the examination to become internationally certified wine tasters. (Also listed as VIT 100) . View Course Syllabus
HRT 105 Basic Viticulture Techniques (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course is designed to introduce students to current practices for establishing a commercial vineyard and maintaining its vigor and productivity once established. Topics covered include site analysis, varietal selection, grafting and rooting cuttings, planting, pruning and trellising methods. Tractor operation and equipment safety will be covered, along with fertilization techniques, cover crop election, and weed management strategies. (Also listed as VIT 105) . View Course Syllabus
HRT 110 Introduction to Horticulture (3-0) 3 hrs.
Emphasis on the numerous specialties in Ornamental Horticulture. Also a study of plants as living organisms, theory of pruning, fertilizing for healthy plants, hormones in plants, grafting and soil conditioning. Nutrient response of plants, soil fertility, fertilizers, fertilizer calculations, and spreader calibration will also be covered. This is recommended as a beginning course in Ornamental Horticulture. F . View Course Syllabus
HRT 111 Tree Culture & Maintenance (3-0) 3 hrs.
(Course can be used as either a conservation or horticulture elective.) Designed for individuals who desire a knowledge of tree health, value assessment, pruning, cavity work, wound treatment, climbing, general repair of trees, techniques of fertilization and transplanting. Practical aspects and field experience are emphasized. S . View Course Syllabus
HRT 130 Introduction to Floriculture (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course deals with flower production, use, and merchandising. Special emphasis on production and forcing of flowers for holidays as well as floral arrangements. Practical greenhouse experience included. S . View Course Syllabus
HRT 151 Plants Materials (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course exposes students to the identification, selection, adaptation, and utilization of common ornamental and native plants in New York State. Landscape value and wildlife usage of plants will be discussed where appropriate. The student will gain identification proficiency in association with a knowledge of plant pattern and environmental planning. A field project of individualized interest will be included. Field trips to area arboreta are included. (Also listed as BIO 151.) Corequisite:BIO 121 or permission of instructor. F . View Course Syllabus
HRT 160 Unique Horticulture Facilities (1-1) 1 hr.
This three- to four-day course provides students with field and travel experiences relative to their coursework in ornamental horticulture. This travel course is conducted in different locations in the Northeastern United States that are noted for their botanical gardens and horticulture facilities. Students will be provided with the opportunities to observe a wide variety of plant species and learn about their identification and care. Employment opportunities at the visited facilities will be explored. S
HRT 200 Integrated Pest Management (3-0) 3 hrs.
Designed to provide the students with a working knowledge in developing environmentally sound programs in limiting harmful plant diseases and pests. The course will emphasize the principles and practices of integrating chemical, culture, and biological controls; and pesticides and the environment. Training students in the types and usage of pesticides and pesticide equipment will be included. Field trips. S . View Course Syllabus
HRT 201 Landscape Design (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course presents the currently accepted landscape design principles and helps develop skills in graphic landscape presentation. Included will be the theory and principles of landscape design for private homes or commercial enterprises, along with relationships between principles of landscape design and elements of the environment that lead to sound ecological practices. Graphic presentation and discussion of design elements will be emphasized. S
HRT 202 Landscape Construction and Maintenance (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course will familiarize students with construction of walks, drives, walls, patios, fireplaces, garden structures, lawns, flowerbeds; and the planting and staking of trees and shrubs. Maintenance practices for the landscape, including actual pruning of small trees and shrubs, irrigation, and Spring and Fall preparation of the landscape will be studied. Topics on business establishment and operation as well as bidding the job will be discussed. S
HRT 203 Turf Management (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course deals with grasses and grass varieties, cultural requirements of turfgrass, establishment, mowing, dethatching, aerating, fertilizing, irrigation, and weed control. F F
HRT 204 Plant Propagation and Nursery Management (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course will familiarize the student with methods of increasing plant number and producing a salable product. Topics include growth structures, media, plant culture, sexual and asexual propagation, grafting, and nursery management. Practical greenhouse and field experience included. B
HRT 205 Turf Management for Golf Course (3-0) 3 hrs.
Designed to help prepare a student as a golf course superintendent. The course will cover construction of golf courses, care of trees and fairways, irrigation, personnel management, and scheduling. S
HRT 211 Computer-Aided Landscape Design (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course will introduce the use of computer graphic presentations of landscape designs. Students will learn how to interact with the software package, LANDCADD.The software is capable of plotting design, aging of plant material, pricing the project, and presenting the design in numerous different scales. Prerequisite or CorequisiteHRT 201 or permission of the instructor. CSC 100 Computing in the Info. Age is desirable. S
HRT 220 Field Experiences in Horticulture (2-0) 2 hrs.
A field course requiring the student to work with appropriate horticulture employers and agencies to gain practical on-the job experience. S . View Course Syllabus
HRT 221 Conservation/Horticulture Topics I (1-0) 1 hr.
This course is designed to provide students with specialization in an area related to their occupational or educational interest, and to provide students the opportunity to become more familiar with conservation and horticulture practices. Topics typically involve a field component and may be held as a residential course at the Muller Conservation Field Station.
B (also dual-listed with CON 221)
HRT 222 Conservation/Horticulture Topics II (2-0) 2 hrs.
This course is designed to provide students with specialization in an area related to their occupational or educational interest, and to provide students the opportunity to become more familiar with conservation and horticulture practices. Topics typically involve a field component and may be held as a residential course at the Muller Conservation Field Station.
B (also dual-listed with CON 222)
HRT 223 Conservation/Horticulture Topics III (3-0) 3 hrs.
This course is designed to provide students with specialization in an area related to their occupational or educational interest, and to provide students the opportunity to become more familiar with conservation and horticulture practices. Topics typically involve a field component and may be held as a residential course at the Muller Conservation Field Station.
B (also dual-listed with CON 223)
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