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PROGRAMS / COURSE DESCRIPTION
AGNR 123 INTRODUCTION TO PLANT SCIENCES
Units: 3.0 - 32-36 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU. (No prerequisite. Grade option)
This course provides an introduction to plant science
with topics in plant structure and function and the
environmental factors involved in plant growth and
development. Students learn: plant physiology, plant
reproduction and propagation, effects of soil, water, and
climate, use of plants to meet human needs, sustainable
horticultural practices, integrated pest management, the
role of new technologies in contemporary plant science.
Application to Mojave Desert issues and to careers in
horticulture, agriculture, natural resource management
and restoration ecology are emphasized.
AGNR 131 SOIL SCIENCE
Units: 3.0 - 32-36 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU, UC. (No prerequisite)
Exploration of the physical, chemical, and biological
characteristics of soils. Focus on soil and plant
relationships, principles of soil formation, fertilizers and
soil management, salinity, PH, erosion management,
and non-agricultural uses. Emphasis is placed on soil as
a natural resource and on its conservation in a desert
ecosystem.
AGNR 138 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
See Cooperative Education listing (1-8 units). CSU
AGNR 140 PLANT MATERIALS AND USAGE I
Units: 3.0 - 32-36 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU. (No prerequisite )
Identification, growth habits and cultural requirements
for plants common to the California landscape.
Emphasis is placed on plants that have adapted to the
climate of the High Desert and ones that are drought
tolerant.
AGNR 141 NATIVE PLANT MATERIALS AND USAGE
Units: 3.0 - 32-36 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU (No prerequisite)
This class teaches the identification, growth habits,
propagation, seed collecting techniques and ecology of
California native plants. The use of native plants in
restoration, sustainable agriculture, fire ecology and
land development in the Western Mojave Desert is
emphasized.
AGNR 148 SPECIAL TOPICS
See Special Topics listing (Variable units). CSU
AGNR 149 INDEPENDENT STUDY
See Independent Study listing (1-3 units). CSU
AGNR 150 LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Units: 3.0 - 32-36 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU. (No prerequisite)
Fundamentals and history of landscape design. Studies
of color, texture, form and use of landscape material.
Consideration will also be given to proper site layout
with regard to existing elevations and conservation
management. Emphasis will be on selection and
placement of plant material, walks, patios, decks, and
other structures for landscape use. Students design and
draft actual landscape projects.
AGNR 151 LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION
Units: 3.0 - 32-36 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU. (No prerequisite)
Techniques used in constructing wood, concrete, and
masonry projects common in the landscape industry.
Labs include using wood products for structures, decks,
gazebos and fences. Estimating procedures, planning,
mixing and forming for concrete walkways are identified.
AGNR 152 INTRODUCTION TO IRRIGATION
Units: 3.0 - 32-36 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU. (No prerequisite)
Prepares students to design, install and maintain a
water efficient landscape irrigation system. Topics
include water supply, basic hydraulics, component
identification and terminology, system layout, pipe
sizing; types of heads, valves, controllers. Students will
gain appreciation for water conservation and quality
issues. Students will also learn to troubleshoot irrigation
design and electrical problems.
AGNR 153 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
FUNDAMENTALS
Units: 2.0 - 16-18 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU. (No prerequisite)
Maintenance of trees, shrubs and ground covers,
cultural requirements, pruning, fertilizing, and irrigation.
Repair of irrigation systems and equipment.
AGNR 154 LANDSCAPE AND NURSERY
MANAGEMENT
Units: 3.0 - 48-54 hours lecture. CSU.
A combination course covering the basics of landscaping
and nursery management.
AGRICULTURE • NATURAL RESOURCES
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