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HRT 100 - Introduction to Horticulture

3 Credits
Lecture: 2 Lab: 2

Introduction to Horticulture covers the science and practice of horticultural plant cultivation. Students learn about the growth, development and management of fruits and vegetables, flowers, greenhouse and nursery plants, landscaping, and turf grass. This course also discusses technology and computational models used in the industry, as well as the communication and manual skills needed in any horticultural career.

Note: This course requires intermediate reading, intermediate writing, and basic math.

Articulation: 1.2 (IAI): AG905

Prerequisite: None
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