Ornamental Horticulture

ORNH 52 INTRODUCTION TO ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURE II
3 units • LG-C/NC • Two and one-half hours lecture; one and one-half hours lab

This course is an introduction to plant types and how to use them, as well as pruning, plant propagation, lawn care, landscape design, indoor plant care, container gardening, and growing vegetables, herbs and fruit trees. Field trips are included.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU
General Ed. Credit: MPC, Area E

ORNH 55 TREES
3 units • LG-C/NC • Three hours lecture

This course covers planning, planting methods, maintenance and cultural practices of trees on the Monterey Peninsula. Topics covered are propagation, fertilizing, watering, pruning, pest and disease control, fruit tree care, tree physiology and identification.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 57 TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT
3 units • LG-C/NC • Two and one-half hours lecture; one and one-half hours lab

This course covers the identification, culture, and management of turf grass. Topics covered include mowing, watering, fertilizing, aerating, weed control, pests and diseases, and use of common equipment. Field trips are included.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 59 GOLF COURSE MANAGEMENT
3 units • LG-C/NC • Three hours lecture

This course offers a comprehensive summary of the principles and skills required for a career in Golf Course Management. Students are exposed to golf course design and construction techniques, career opportunities, environmental management and personnel management.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 61 PLANT IDENTIFICATION: SHRUBS, VINES, GROUND COVER
3 units • LG-C/NC • Two and one-half hours lecture; one and one-half hours lab

This course covers identification, growth habits, cultural requirements and uses of common ornamental and native shrubs, vines, and ground covers. Field trips are included.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 62 PLANT IDENTIFICATION: TREES, ANNUALS, PERENNIALS
3 units • LG-C/NC • Two and one-half hours lecture; one and one-half hours lab

Identification, growth habits, cultural requirements and uses of common ornamental and native trees, annuals and perennials are topics covered in the course. Field trips are included.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 63 PLANT PROPAGATION
3 units • LG-C/NC • Two and one-half hours lecture; one and one-half hours lab

Principles as well as hands-on experience with plant propagation are included in this course. Propagation methods covered include seeds, cuttings, budding, grafting, layering, division, and tissue culture. Students look at propagation structures, growing media, hormones and basic propagation procedures. Field trips are included.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 64 GROWING AND USING CALIFORNIA NATIVE PLANTS
3 units • LG-C/NC • Two and one-half hours lecture; one and one-half hours lab

Students learn how to grow and use California native plants for commercial or private use or for habitat restoration. Propagation methods, growth requirements, specific landscape uses and species identification are covered. This course also includes hands-on work, guest speakers and field trips.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 65 BASIC LANDSCAPE DESIGN
3 units • LG-C/NC • Two and one-half hours lecture; one and one-half hours lab

This course is an introduction to basic drafting principles and techniques of landscape drawings, lettering, and design standards. Basic principles of landscape design, selection of plant materials, and site planning are also covered. Drafting equipment is required. Field trips are included.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 66 INTERMEDIATE LANDSCAPE DESIGN
3 units • LG-C/NC • Two and one-half hours lecture; one and one-half hours lab

This course involves further study in landscape design with emphasis on site analysis and details, cost considerations, maintenance specifications, larger scale design, and improved drawing methods. Drafting equipment is required. Field trips are included.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 68 HORTICULTURAL SALES AND BUSINESS PRACTICES
3 units • LG-C/NC • Three hours lecture

Students learn practical guidelines in the operation of horticultural businesses, including starting up, advertising, employee and customer relations, record keeping, laws and regulations, estimating, sales and services.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 70 IRRIGATION DESIGN AND WATER ECONOMY
3 units • LG-C/NC • Three hours lecture

Students learn about sprinkler and drip equipment, automatic control systems, hydraulics, piping, soils, water supplies, water conservation, backflow prevention and irrigation system design. Field trips are included.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 71 LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION PRACTICES
3 units • LG-C/NC • Two and one-half hours lecture; one and one-half hours lab

This course covers installation, maintenance and management skills of landscape drip and conventional irrigation systems taught through hands-on activities in the classroom, on campus and in the community. Field trips are included.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 72 LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
3 units • LG-C/NC • Two and one-half hours lecture; one and one-half hours lab

Students receive instruction in techniques used in landscape construction through lectures and hands-on projects in the field. Topics covered include grading, walls, steps, drainage and irrigation, decks, fences and masonry as well as planning, estimating, use of tools and materials, and safety.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 75 BASIC FLORAL DESIGN
2 units • LG/C/NC • One and one-half hours lecture; one and one-half hours lab

This course presents the theory, techniques and skills practiced in the floral design industry. Students receive instruction in basic design techniques, cut flower preparation and care, merchandising, and packaging. Students will furnish their own floral materials each week as instructed.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 76 PROFESSIONAL FLORAL DESIGN
2 units • LG-C/NC • One and one-half hours lecture; one and one-half hours lab

Students study and practice flower arranging techniques used by professionals and in the home. Emphasis is placed on design theories, contemporary, holiday, special occasion, wedding and sympathy designs. Business practices for the floral industry are also covered. Students furnish their own floral materials each week as instructed.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 78 INSECT PEST MANAGEMENT
3 units • LG-C/NC • Three hours lecture

Students will learn the identification, prevention, and various methods of control of insects, pests, weeds and diseases impacting plants. Techniques for safe and proper pesticide and biological control applications are covered. Continuing education credit is given for licensed commercial pesticide applicators. Field trips included.
Advisories: Eligibility for ENGL 111 and 112 or ENSL 10 and 55
Credit transferable: CSU

ORNH 201 PESTICIDE APPLICATION LICENSE EXAM PREPARATION
1 unit • C/NC • One hour lecture

This course is designed to assist students to prepare for and pass the state pesticide commercial applicator’s exam. Topics include pesticide laws and regulations, safety, toxicity, spraying, first aid, handling and disposing. Continuing education credit is given for licensed commercial pesticide applicators for their biannual license renewal.

ORNH 202 BEGINNING PRUNING
.5 unit • C/NC • Total hours: Seven hours lecture; three hours lab

Students become familiar with the principles, tools, and basic methods used for pruning ornamental plants. Instruction includes demonstrations and hands-on experience.

ORNH 203 ORGANIC VEGETABLE GARDENING
1 unit • LG-C/NC • Total hours: Sixteen hours lecture

Organic soil preparation, planting, maintenance and pest control for vegetables are presented in this course, along with the use of raised beds and containers.

ORNH 204 ORGANIC GARDENING
2 units • LG-C/NC • One and one-half hours lecture; one and one-half hours lab

Students are instructed in the fundamental organic approach to indoor and outdoor gardening. Topics covered include: soil, planting techniques, fertilizers, irrigation, disease and pest control, composting, garden design and propagation.