The Landscape Industry option builds skills and knowledge in the design and installation of landscapes, turf grass management, irrigation systems, fertilization and pruning practices, the use and maintenance of power equipment and the law and regulations for pest control operations.
[Landscape Facilities and Growing Areas]
Requirements for Degree Major: 33-37 units
Core Requirements Units: [Course Descriptions]
HORT 100, HORT 105, HORT 300, HORT 302, HORT 305, HORT 306, HORT 322, HORT 326.
Concentration Requirements Units: [Course Descriptions]
HORT 110, HORT 298, HORT 320, HORT 324.
Recommended Electives: ACCT 101; Art 370; BIOL 320; BUS 105; CISC 300; DESGN 100; ENGWR 342; IDES 300.
General Education Graduation Requirements:
Students must also complete the general education graduation requirements for an A.S. degree.
Requirements for Certificate: [Course Descriptions]
31 units: HORT 100, HORT 105, HORT 110, HORT 300, HORT 302, HORT 305, HORT 306, HORT 320, HORT 322, HORT 324, HORT 326.
NURSERY INDUSTRY OPTION
The Nursery Industry Option emphasizes plant propagation techniques, nursery and greenhouse production skills, plant merchandising, basic plant installation and maintenance and customer relations
Requirements for Degree Major: 31-35 units
Core Requirements:[Course Descriptions]
HORT 100, HORT 105, HORT 300, HORT 302, HORT 305, HORT 306, HORT 322, HORT 326.
Concentration Requirements:[Course Descriptions]
HORT 298, HORT 310, HORT 312,
Recommended Electives: ACCT 101; BIOL 320; BUS 105; CISC 300; DESGN 100; ENGWR 342; HORT 110; IDES 300.
General Education Graduation Requirements:
Students must also complete the general education graduation requirements for an A.S. degree.
Requirements for Certificate: 29 units: [Course Descriptions]
HORT 100, HORT 105, HORT 300, HORT 302, HORT 305, HORT 306, HORT 310, HORT 312, HORT 322, HORT 326.
FLORAL DESIGN CERTIFICATE
The floristry program at American River College is part of the well-established Horticulture program, and is designed to match the current needs and trends in the floral industry. Our instructors are industry-recognized and honored educators, and our program provides a positive learning environment and a diverse student body. In addition to top-notch curriculum, the American River College floristry program has strong ties to the floral industry, and links to work experience in the community are available.
Students who successfully complete the program can be ready for employment in the wholesale industry, retail floral shops, special events, mass markets or starting their own business. In addition to career preparation, this program is also suitable for beginning floral students who are following a personal interest for leisure or recreational activity.
Requirements for Certificate: [Course Descriptions]
HORT 200, HORT 201, HORT 202, HORT 203
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Paul MacGowan
PHONE 916.484.8354 EMAIL macgowp@arc.losrios.edu
