HORT 151 Survey of Sustainable Landscapes I

1 credit

This course focuses on the following sustainable landscape practices and principles: conventional versus organic landscaping, management of healthy soils, landscaping for habitat assessment and restoration, and stormwater management (rain gardens, bioswales, and catchment systems).

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

Explain major differences between conventional landscape practices and organic management methods
Describe typical Pacific Northwest soil types and problems common to these soils
Apply knowledge of organic matter as a means to promote healthy soil and manage soil fertility issues
Demonstrate sustainable landscape techniques for habitat assessment and restoration
Explain and describe sustainable methods used to manage stormwater, including raingardens, bioswales and catchment systems

Total Hours: 15 Lecture Hours: 5 Lab or Clinical Hours: 10