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Horticulture Technology: Landscape Design Specialization, A.A.S.

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CIP Code: 01.0101
NOVA Code: 3353

Offered through LO

Purpose: This program is designed to prepare the student for full-time employment within the field of landscape design as well as assisting those who are presently working and who wish to further their knowledge and upgrade their skills.

Graduates of this degree are prepared to work in the field of landscape design, in nurseries and garden centers, and as institutional horticultural staff. Students in this degree have the opportunity to gain career-related work experience through a Coordinated Internship, Cooperative Education, or Special Studio Project in the area of design.

Two Years

1st Semester

Total 12 credits

2nd Semester

Total 14-15 credits

3rd Semester

Total 18 credits

4th Semester

Total 16 credits

Total credits for the A.A.S. Degree in Horticulture Technology with a Specialization in Landscape Design: 60-61 credits

1 Students may choose from any of the following communication electives: CST 100 , CST 110 ,  CST 115 , CST 126 , or CST 227 .

2 Students may choose from any of the following humanities/fine arts courses: ART 100 , ART 101 , ART 102 , or ART 250 .

3 Students may choose from any of the following electives: BIO 101 , ENV 121 , GOL 105 , NAS 125 , or other course approved by the academic advisor.

4 Students may choose from any of the following business electives: BUS 116 , BUS 117 , BUS 165 , BUS 200 , or BUS 260 .

5 Course chosen must align with Coordinated Internship or Cooperative Education focus. 

6 Students may choose from any of the following electives: ECO 110 , ECO 120  or GEO 200 .

The following HRT courses have prerequisites (listed in parentheses)

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