Catalog 2021-2022 
    
    May 13, 2024  
Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

HORT 113 Propagation

5 credits
Provides an introduction to sexual and asexual methods of reproducing plants. Students apply principles taught in class during laboratory.

Prerequisites: ABED 040  (or placement into MATH 087  or higher) and ABED 046  (or placement into ENGL 093  or higher) 

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Comprehend and demonstrate seed propagation from germination through transplant
  • Identify environmental conditions essential to seed germination and asexual propagation
  • Identify conditions associated with and control of diseases
  • Take different types of cuttings
  • Diagram the life cycle of a fern
  • Successfully layer plants
  • Explain plant patent laws
  • Work in teams to effectively determine the best propagation techniques and timing for specific plants

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcome:

  • demonstrate professional knowledge of horticultural skills

Total Hours: 70 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 30 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 40