RELEVANT COURSE WORK
HORT 101: Concepts of Horticultural Science
Introduction to the many facets of horticulture in Texas and the United States including organization, history and nature of the industry; discussion of professional development and identification of career opportunities.
HORT 201: Horticultural Sciences and Practices
Structure, growth and development of horticultural plants from a practical and scientific approach; environmental effects, basic principles of propagation, greenhouse and outdoor production, nutrition, pruning and chemical control of growth, pest control and branches of horticulture.
HORT 202: Horticultural Science and Practices Laboratory
Methods and practices related to production of horticultural crops; practical exercises in greenhouse and field.
HORT 306: Woody Ornamental Plants
Better known woody ornamental trees and shrubs; identification, morphology, classification, nomenclature and adaptability for use in landscape environments.
HORT 308: Landscape Plant Materials
Identification and use of indigenous and introduced landscape plants; plants for special uses in urban environments; emphasis on plants’ ornamental attributes, cultural requirements, and adaptability in urban and suburban environments.
HORT 315: Component Analysis of Horticultural Systems
Examination of the components of modern horticultural systems, from the effects of plant genetics to the application of computer technology, and their impact on crop production and utilization; introduction to all horticultural production/utilization courses discussing elements and techniques common to all without regard to commodity.
HORT 332: Horticulture Landscape Graphics
Graphic representation of landscape design; demonstrations of technique; examination of drawing examples and drawing production; basic hand graphics techniques for visual-thinking and presentation-quality landscape drawings.
HORT 335: Sociohorticulture
Horticulture as a therapeutic medium for special populations; use of horticulture in urban development and community garden programs.
HORT 428: Commercial Greenhouse Management
Principles of greenhouse management for commercial production of floral crops; greenhouse construction and operation; regulating and controlling the environment; applying cultural practices as they affect plant processes and influence growth and development; management and marketing of high quality floriculture crops.
HORT 429: Floriculture Crop Production
Production of floriculture crops in the greenhouse environment; scheduling and controlling crop growth for target market periods; specific flowering crops will be used as models to demonstrate potted flowering plant, cut flower, and garden plant production systems; hands-on crop production experience in lab.
HORT 481: Seminar
Review of current research literature in field of horticulture presented by senior students; transition from college to work environment, including professional development and career advancement.
HORT 489: International Floriculture Marketing
Provides an overview of the importance, cost, and opportunities in marketing floral products. It is divided into five modules with each the major categories of floral crops produced and consumed across the world including fresh cut flowers, flowering potted plants, foliage plants, and bedding/garden plants. Topics to be covered for each floral commodity will include production areas in the world, economic value, species grown, marketing channels, and retail environments, profiles of current and future consumers, postharvest handling techniques, promotion and advertising, perceived and added value, trends in marketing and employment opportunities.