Ozarks Technical 
Community College

This course will expose students to the identification of commonly used woody landscape plants and allow students to learn the uses and growth requirements of these plants in landscape settings.  Labs will be devoted primarily to the identification of the plants, while lectures will cover both identification and landscape use and requirements.

This course covers all types of ornamental and turf pests, common diseases, identification, symptoms, life cycle and control.  Other topics will include safety, application and laws.  Upon sucessful completion of this course,  the student will be ready to take the Missouri test for private pesticide application and category 3 application.

This course examines how the turf and landscape industry impacts the earth's resources; the influences that we have on the natural world both locally and globally;  how decisions are made regarding the management of these resources, and what factors influence these decisions.  The latest innovations in resource management will be presented with the focus being on environmental sustainability.

This course is a basic introduction to equipment maintenance, light mechanical work, engine repair, hydraulics, troubleshooting, electrical systems, oil systems, drive systems, fuel systems, lubrication, and maintenance scheduling.  Laboratory instruction will provide students an opportunity to safely operate common landscaping equipment.

This course focuses on plant growth and development for all types of plants through classroom and laboratory instruction.  Relationships between soils and plants, introduction to soils, nutrient availability, water holding ability, vegetative resource management, proper application of plant foods, and interpretation of soil test analysis results will be included.

This course will include the basics of irrigation design, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting as it pertains to the landscaping industry.  Water saving technologies and sprinkler scheduling will also be included through classroom and laboratory instruction.  Basic math skills are strongly recommended for successful completion of this course.

This course focuses on the construction, renovation, and maintenance of turf areas.  Identification, growth requirements, use of commonly used turf grasses, irrigation and weed control will be included.  Stand establishment with seeding, sod, sprigs, and plugging will be presented.

This course deals with all areas of greenhouse operations.  Specific areas will include herbaceous plant identification, growing structures, layout, environment, plant growth and development, growth regulation, identification, propagation, growing medium, containers, cultural care, and plant nutrition.

This lecture/lab course will include the basic principles of landscape design, plan reading, plant installation methods, layout considerations, special features, and time estimating through a combination of lecture and laboratory instruction.  Aftercare and maintenance of interior and exterior landscapes will also be included.

This is an applied course of the basics of woody ornamental plant installation into the landscape, including timing, methods used, and aftercare.  Also included will be the basic plan reading, calculation, cut and fill, cost/time estimating, and the use of landscape materials.

This course focuses on using a personal computer to complete an electronic landscape design.  Digital imaging will be utilized to increase marketability of a completed design.  Emphasis is placed on practical application of software to develop effective drawings for the green industry.

This is a basic course in the management and operations of an agricultural business.  Included will be net worth, profit/loss, employee relations, credit, business management and liability.  Current technologies for managing and marketing a Turf and Landscape business will be introduced.

This course will provide students with an introduction to arboriculture and provide a basis for planning and managing of forest areas in urban settings.  Students will learn the social and economic value placed on trees in an urban setting, and how human activities may impact the urban forest.

This course involves a comprehensive assessment of the entire turf and landscape management option.  Students will apply critical thinking, decision-making and problem solving skills to a landscape project.  The student must score a "C" or higher to complete the degree option.

This course encompasses a supervised work experience in a major field which provides the opportunity to make practical application of the knowledge and skills attained.  An individualized instructional management plan will determine goals to be accomplished in coursework.  Seminars may also be required. 

This is an introductory course in research, composition, delivery, and evaluation of speeches for a variety of purposes and occasions. Students will develop skills in critical listening and analysis through small group and individual activities.

English 101 introduces students to college-level writing and thinking through personal narrative, analytical, and research-supported writing. The processes of critical thinking, composing, revising, and editing are emphasized.  Students will learn basic research skills and documentation techniques.