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HORT 112 Intro to Hand Tools

1 credits
Provides an overview of horticulture hand tools and equipment, focusing on identification and practical uses. Construction, care and safety are discussed.

Prerequisites: ABED 40  or AHSE 56  (or placement into MATH 87  or AHSE 66  or higher) and ABED 46  (or placement into ENGL 93  or higher) 

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

  • Identify by name frequently used hand tools
  • Explain basic construction of quality hand tools
  • Explain safety procedures common to use of hand tools
  • Select various tools for selected jobs common to horticulture trades
  • Design and create a brochure about common hand tools

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcome:

  • demonstrate professional knowledge of horticultural skills

Total Hours: 10 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 10