Horticulture Landscape Management
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Piedmont Technical College offers a Horticulture Landscape Management certificate which may be combined with core courses for eligibility for an Associate in Applied Science, major in Horticulture Technology.
Graduates of the landscape management program may pursue careers in professional turf and ornamental plant establishment or maintenance of functional, recreational and aesthetic uses. This certificate equips students with the latest horticultural technologies and valuable hands-on experience. Subject matter includes plant materials, soil, pest control maintenance management, design and implementation. Enhancement of classroom instruction through co-op placement allows the student to begin professional development while still enrolled at Piedmont Technical College.
Program Location: Greenwood County
Contact Information: Aaron Wood
Required Courses
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Day Program
| FIRST SEMESTER | Credit Hours | |
| HRT 105 | Landscape Plant Materials | 4.0 |
| TUF 172 | Turfgrass Management I | 3.0 |
| HRT 253 | Landscape Installation | 4.0 |
| FOR 104 | Introduction to Environmental & Natural Resources | 1.0 |
| SECOND SEMESTER | Credit Hours | |
| HRT 144 | Plant Pests | 3.0 |
| HRT 154 | Grounds Maintenance | 3.0 |
| HRT 230 | Greenhouse Technology | 4.0 |
| CWE 101 | Co-op Work Prep | 1.0 |
| BUS 101 | Introduction to Business | 3.0 |
| Total Credit Hours | 26.0 | |
Updated 4/18/2012
Advisement Information
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To enroll in HRT 104, 105, 110 and 125, students should have test scores or prerequisites showing readiness for ENG 101 and MAT 170.
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To enroll in BIO 101, student should show readiness for ENG 101 or ENG 165.
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HRT 271 can be taken only in summer. Students must have completed 12 HRT hours before enrolling.
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Students need design equipment for HRT 104. The cost is approximately $100.
- Every course in the HRT7 certificate applies toward the Associate in Applied Science - Major in Horticulture Technology degree.
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Students also have the option of earning a degree in Occupational Technology, with a Major in General Technology. This educational track allows students to tailor their program by earning a minimum of 28 hours in a technical specialty and 12 hours in another technical area, along with general education and elective courses.
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HRT 104 transfers as HORT 208 at Clemson and HRT 154 transfers as an elective.
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Please refer all new students majoring in horticulture to Aaron Wood if possible.