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Learn the latest that every current and prospective manager of turfgrass facilities should know about the biology, chemistry, math, pesticides, irrigation, and soil fertility involved in everyday turfgrass management. Take advantage of experts who work in an area that is home to hundreds of golf courses, sports fields, cemeteries, and other turfgrass facilities. Explore the latest trends in agriculture and sustainability so you can make confident, informed decisions that will provide the best landscape, without breaking the budget or using resources inefficiently.

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    Est. Tuition $5,700

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    Learning Format Online

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    Duration 15-24 months *

    * Duration times can vary talk to your student success coach for more information.
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    Total Units 30 Units

Those who want to further their career in turfgrass management, including:

  • Lawn Care Specialists
  • Golf Course Managers
  • Athletic Field Managers
  • Vegetation and Cemetery Managers
  • Pesticide Technicians
Prior to enrolling, please ensure that you meet the following minimum requirements:

  • High school education or equivalent
  • No prior college coursework is required
  • Knowledge of basic mathematical and algebraic calculation, PC use and introductory botany is recommended

Specialized Continuing Education Credit Available

Continuing education credit is available through the California Department of Pesticide Regulation for:

  • Foundations of Turfgrass Management
  • Turfgass Pests
  • Pesticide Use on Turfgrass and Ornamental Plants
Students seeking credit for select courses from one of the following agencies should contact the agency directly with approval requests:

  • Irrigation Association
  • International Society of Arboriculture Western Chapter
  • Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
  • Efficient and environmentally sensitive management practices for turfgrass facilities
  • Scientific aspects of turfgrass management
  • Physical and biological principles of plant processes
  • How to identify different turf species
  • Technical skills related to the design, maintenance and management of irrigation systems

Required Courses

In-Person Online Hybrid Online with Live Sessions
Course Schedules are Subject to Change
Required (30 Units )
 
 
WinterSpringSummerFall
Principles of Plant GrowthCovers the physical and biological principles of plant processes involving assimilation, metabolism and regulation of growth and development.
3 Units
Turfgrass Species and ApplicationsStudents learn to identify different turf species by observing certain obvious features or keys that are specific to each plant.
3 Units
Math for Turfgrass and Landscape ManagersLearn the basic formulas and calculations that apply to a wide variety of tasks in turfgrass and landscape management.
3 Units
Foundations of Turfgrass ManagementAn overview of turfgrass management and related fields for aspiring or current turf managers.
3 Units
Management Skills for Turfgrass and Landscape ManagersAn introduction to the broad array of skills required to manage a turfgrass or landscape facility.
3 Units
Turfgrass Irrigation and DrainageThis course covers the design, installation, maintenance and operation of modern irrigation and drainage systems for large turf areas.
3 Units
Turfgrass PestsThis course stresses preventing diseases, insects and weeds through the incorporation of recommended cultural maintenance strategies including proper irrigation, fertilization and mowing height.
3 Units
Pesticide Use on Turfgrass and Ornamental PlantsThis course provides the student with an understanding of federal and State of California laws and regulations regarding pesticide usage.
3 Units
Soil Fertility and FertilizersPhysical and chemical properties of soils and fertilizer materials are examined.
3 Units
Introduction to Chemistry for Environmental and Agricultural ProfessionalsA general introduction to inorganic and organic chemistry with emphasis on the states of matter, atomic structure, radioactivity, nature of bonding, relationship of bonding to chemical reactivity, reaction types, energy, reaction rates, chemical characteristics of selected series of elements and compounds, and natural products.
3 Units

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We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your eduction, life and work schedules.

Mar24Spring 2021
Mar24Spring 2021
Mar29Spring 2021
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