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Sep 27, 2024
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Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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HORT 121 Soils4 credits
Explores the physical and chemical properties of soil that affect a plant’s ability to survive, grow and thrive. Course surveys soil water and the roles of nutrients in maintaining healthy plant growth.
Prerequisites: ABED 046 (or placement into ENGL 093 or higher) and ABED 040 (or placement into MATH 087 or higher)
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
- List the important factors in soil formation
- Distinguish between different soil physical properties and apply that knowledge to landscapes
- Explain the principles of soil interface
- Explain the chemical properties of soil
- Explain the role of organic matter in soil science
- Identify the elements essential for plant growth and their function
- Recognize the signs of nutrient deficiency
- Discuss fertilizers and their methods of application
Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:
- be prepared for Washington State Nursery and Landscape Association Certified Professional Horticulturists exams
- demonstrate professional knowledge of horticultural skills
Total Hours: 50 Lecture Hours: 30 Lab or Clinical Hours: 20
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