This course is an introduction to fundamental arithmetic and algebraic operations including fractions, decimals, equations, percentages, ratios, proportions, and linear, area, and volume measurements. Computations involving plant populations, farm machine outputs, construction costs, feed ingredients, and farm finance are stressed.

This course is a basic introduction to ag business computer applications in the workplace. Students use personal computers, software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet, and other software appropriate to agribusiness.

This course is a general introduction to environmental horticulture with emphasis on nursery operations, landscaping, turf management, and floral industries. Topics include basic botany, cultural practices, propagation, structures and layout, pest management, planting, container gardening and houseplants, floral design, plant identification, turfgrass installation and care, and survey of career opportunities.

This course is designed to introduce approximately 250 ornamental plants used in the landscape of Central California. The course includes environmentl requirements, taxonomy, common pests and diseases, growth habits, geographic origins and uses in the landscape of both drought tolerant and native plants.

This course is designed to introduce approximately 250 ornamental plants used in the landscape of Central California. The course includes environmental requirements, taxonomy, common pests and diseases, growth habits, geographic origins and uses in the landscape AMof both drought tolerant and native plants.

This course is designed to introduce all phases of residential and commerical landscape irrigation including designing, estimating, installing, maintaining, and trouble-shooting. The course includes the components of sprinkler systems, drip irrigation systems, components of drainage, and installation of landscape drainage systems.

This course is designed to introduce current production practices employed for selected floral crops. The course includes varietal selection, growth requirements, planting schedule, and pest and disease control.

This course is designed to introduce fundamentals of theory, techniques and skills currently practiced in the floral industry. Included will be applied art principles, post-harvest care, handling practices, proper use of florist tools and materials in crafting basic designs.

This course is an introduction to principles, theory, and techniques of floral arrangement including asymmetrical triangle, vertical, 'T's, other design arrangements, and corsage work. The student develops increased levels of proficiency and speed needed for employment.

This course is designed to introduce the principles and practices of nursery propagation utilizing seeds, cuttings, separations, budding, grafting, layering, and tissue cultures. This course includes laboratory work in the use of various commercial propagation methods.

This course is designed to enable the student to learn the skills necessary to successfully maintain residential and commercial landscapes and structures. The curriculum includes training in fertilizing, irrigation repair, pest and disease control, plant and tree installation, pruning, soil amending and mulching, and tree staking.

This course is an introduction to basic principles of landscape design, including both hardscape and softscape. The student explores the elements of landscape design, including garden structures, pavements, plants, and complete construction drawings for residential landscape.

This course is designed to introduce the maintenance and management of turf areas, including golf courses, athletic fields, public parks, and residential lawns. It also includes the principles of turfgrass culture to provide the student with a sound basis for formulating decisions and methods of operation.

This course is designed to introduce the science of pruning and its effect on plant material. It also includes proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment, and safety is emphasized.

This course is designed for the student participating in an occupational internship in ornamental horticulture. Application of discipline-related skills and knowledge of Secretaries Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS) competencies is emphasized. Each student is engaged in a specific research project or on-the-job learning activities under the supervision of a worksite supervisor and a college internship instructor.

This course is designed to introduce the student to the common pests and diseases associated with ornamental plants and to present the basic principles of modern plant protection (chemical, biological, and cultural).

This course is designed to introduce basic skills and techniques commonly used by professional flower artists. Flower preparation, wire and taping, identification of flowers and tools, and corsage and body flower design are addressed.

This course is designed to research, design, evaluate, and choose materials for landscaping California gardens. The course includes water conservation, management, and harvesting for residential and commercial landscape.

The course objectives are developed by the student in consultation with his or her supervisor. The student is engaged in a specific research project or on-the-job learning activities under the supervision of a worksite supervisor and a college work experience instructor.

This course is designed to provide the student with a working knowledge of the fundamental structures and processes of plants. The course includes principles of plant structures, physiology, hereditary, environmental relationship to growth, adaptation, and management of crops. Techniques of research, exploration of plant growth, and identification of economical crops are included.

This course is designed to use experiments and observations related to the principles of plant science. The student learns through numerous hands-on experiences. Field trips are taken to observe specific crop practices.

This course is designed to cover physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils as influenced by climate, parent material topography, and time. Field trips are included to observe specific soil formations.