Commercial Floriculture

Associate in Applied Science Degree

The student in this program will receive on-the-job training as well as a sound background for a career in greenhouse or floral shop operations.

Knowledge of keyboard or enrollment in BOFF 114 is encouraged

Enrollment in developmental classes may increase the length of time it takes to complete an associate degree

BOFF 114 Keyboarding (Fall, Spring and Summer) -- 2 hours
Learn to operate an alphabetic keyboard by the touch system. Open to all students except Office Systems majors. Course length 8 weeks. [C]

BMGT 114 Principles of Management (Fall and Spring) -- 3 hours
Basic management functions with emphasis on the role of the manager, development of modern management concepts, and leadership fundamentals. [T,C]

CBUS 150 Business Computer Systems (Fall, Spring & Summer) -- 3 hours
This course covers the role of computing in our society today. Emphasis is placed on how computers are used in business and industry. Basic systems analysis and design techniques, and file processing and database concepts are covered. Students are introduced to and trained in business software packages, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, and Internet access applications. All of the above are accessed in the current Windows environment. Other operating systems are discussed as well. A special fee is assessed. Class meets 4 hours per week. [T]

ENGL 121 Communication Skills (Fall and Spring) -- 3 hours
Improvement of writing skills, emphasizing both composition and review of grammar. Placement is preliminary until a writing sample has been examined by the instructor during the first week of class. Vocational credit cannot be used to fulfill the Communications requirement for the transfer Associate degree. Keyboarding required for placement in sections using computer aided instruction. [C]

HORT 101 Intro to Horticulture Science -- 3 hours
An introduction to the principles and practices involved in the development, production, and use of horticultural crops (fruits, vegetables, greenhouse, turf, nursery, floral, and landscape). This class is a Transfer Ag. course. [T]

HORT 102 Floriculture Internship (Spring) -- 3 hours
On-the-job training in Floriculture related areas during the second semester. Prerequisite: Must meet Department requirements and/or consent of instructor. [C]

HORT 160 Intro to Floral Design -- 4 hours
Instruction in and application of principles in the art of floral design as to form, styles, and composition. [C]

HORT 161 Silk & Dry Flowers -- 3 hours
Basic decorative design in the use of flowers, foilages, and accessories. Prerequisite: HORT 160. [C]

HORT 176 Landscape Principles -- 3 hours
Basic design principles, site analysis, and layout techniques in landscaping. Prerequisite: HORT 284. [C]

HORT 192 Tree and Shrub Maintenance -- 3 hours
Disease and insect control, pruning and tree surgery, and soil and nutrition as applied to ornamental trees and shrubs. [C]

HORT 193 Garden Center Management -- 3 hours
A study in the management and operation of commercial garden centers. Focus will include independent shops as well as departmental operation within retail stores. [C]

HORT 200 Interiorscape Technology -- 3 hours
Installation, maintenance and management of interior plantscapes. Plant lighting, planting, drainage, given to the organization and presentation of oral reasons. [C]

HORT 204 Floriculture Internship (Spring) -- 3 hours
On-the-job training in Floriculture related areas during the fourth semester. Prerequisite: Must meet the Department requirements and/or consent of instructor. [C]

HORT 284 Woody Plant Identification -- 3 hours
Identification and use of ornamental evergreens and deciduous plants in the landscape. [C]

HORT 287 Wedding Flowers -- 3 hours
Continuation of Silk & Dry Flowers with emphasis on planning and placement of wedding floral arrangements. A special fee will be assessed due to materials consumed. Prerequisite: HORT 160. [C]

HORT 288 Greenhouse Culture -- 3 hours
Commercial production and cut flower crops in the greenhouse. Work in the greenhouse will be the responsibility of the students as it pertains to all phases of crop production. [C]

HORT 292 Funeral Flowers -- 3 hours
The art of making floral pieces for funerals and special holidays. A special fee will be assessed due to materials consumed. Prerequisite: HORT 160. [C]

HUMN 101 Introduction to Humanities (Fall and Spring) -- 3 hours
An introductory course in the music, art, architecture, literature and ideas of the Western world. Appreciation of the processes involved in creativity is stressed. [T]

MATT 104 Business Mathematics (Fall, Spring & Summer) -- 3 hours
Business mathematical exercises and problems. Aliquot parts, percentages, decimal arithmetic, fractions, commissions, compound interest, bank discounts, installment buying, taxes, and depreciation. [C]

INFO 245 Employment Seminar (Fall) -- 1 hour
This course involves a study of contemporary problems in the general field of employment. Future graduates are counseled in career search and development techniques as well as employment opportunities. Students are urged to share their concerns and experiences encountered while preparing for employment. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. [C]

SOCY 100 Introduction to Sociology (Fall and Spring) -- 3 hours
Study of society, including the rules, interactions, and cultural patterns that organize everyday life. The course will analyze social conflicts, the structure and functions of institutions, dynamics of individual and group interactions, race relations, and social classes. [T]

SPCH 101 Oral Communication (Fall and Spring) -- 3 hours
An introductory course to help the student develop skills for successful oral-communication: interpersonal communication theories, listening techniques, assertiveness skills, and group decision making skills; also, the verbal and non-verbal factors in the preparation and oral delivery of information to a group. Communication theories are discussed and put into practice in the classroom. [T]

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