Sustainable Horticulture (SH)

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Sustainable Horticulture (SH)

In the Sustainable Horticulture program students learn sustainable landscape techniques and technologies including design, implementation, and management of green roofs and green walls; stormwater management best practices; sustainable choices in plant materials; and use of alternative energy systems in landscapes. Students complete foundation courses in landscape horticulture and environmental science, and then take additional technical courses in sustainable horticulture. Core business courses prepare students for leadership roles in local businesses and municipalities, while cooperative education employment experiences allow students to further develop their knowledge in positions with companies utilizing sustainable horticulture.

Sustainable Agriculture Management Certificate (AGRC)

The Sustainable Agriculture Management Certificate is a new program leading to career opportunities in small urban growing operations, farmers’ markets, and other urban agriculture initiatives. The program is designed for completion in one year (three semesters) as a full-time student.

Students will be involved in continuous hands-on learning at an urban farm throughout the program. Coursework includes soil and plant science, production of crops and raising small animals, along with the financial, marketing, and management skills needed to successfully run an urban agriculture business.

Sustainable Horticulture (SH)

All degree-seeking students must complete a First Year Experience (FYE) course as part of the first 12 credit hours taken at Cincinnati State.

Semester 1Credits
ENG 101English Composition 3
LH 105Horticulture Occupations 1
LH 120SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT NUTRITION 3
LH 130WOODY PLANT MATERIALS 3
LH 140Landscape Operations 3
BUS 190Professional Practices 1
XXX XXX Environmental Science Elective  3
Semester 2
ACC 101Financial Accounting 3
LH 110HORTICULTURE SCIENCE 3
LH 151Landscape Design 1 3
LH 155Computer-Aided Landscape Design 3
ENG 1XX English Composition Elective  3
Semester 3
LH 135HERBACEOUS PLANT MATERIALS 3
LH 165Landscape Construction 3
LH 291Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Landscape Horticulture 2
Semester 4
LAW 101Business Law 3
ECO 105Principles of Microeconomics 3
COMM 110Public Speaking 3
LH 230Landscape Solutions to Stormwater Management 3
LH 245Plants for Sustainable Landscapes 3
Semester 5
MKT 1XX Marketing Elective  3
MGT 1XX Management Elective  2
LH 240Landscape Management 3
LH 290Sustainable Landscape Design Capstone 3
XXX XXX Arts/Humanities Elective  3
Semester 6
BUS 290Business Competencies 1
LH 292Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Landscape Horticulture 2
Total Credits:  72

Electives 

Environmental Science Elective
EVT 125Restoration Ecology: Sustainable Sites3
EVT 175Watershed Management3
BIO 270Ecology5
English Composition Elective
ENG 102Composition and Argument3
ENG 105Composition and Business Communication3
Marketing Elective
MKT 101Principles of Marketing3
MKT 105Marketing and Customer Relations3
MKT 110Sales and Customer Relations3
MKT 130Professional Selling3
MKT 140Entrepreneurial Marketing3
Management Elective
MGT 100Introduction to Management2
MGT 101Principles of Management3
MGT 105Human Resource Management3
MGT 120Entrepreneurship3
MGT 130Project Management3
Arts/Humanities Elective
Any Transfer Module course from ART, COMM, LIT, MUS, PHI, REL, THE

Sustainable Agriculture Management Certificate (AGRC)

Semester 1Credits
AGR 100Introduction to Urban Agriculture 3
ACC 101Financial Accounting 3
LH 120SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT NUTRITION 3
AGR 150Fall Production 3
Semester 2
AGR 105Vegetable Crop Production 3
LH 110HORTICULTURE SCIENCE 3
AGR 135Fruit and Nut Production 3
AGR 155Spring Production 3
Semester 3
MGT 120Entrepreneurship 3
AGR 140Pest Management for Specialty Crops 3
MKT 140Entrepreneurial Marketing 3
AGR 160Summer Production 3
Total Credits:  36

Courses

LH 105 Horticulture Occupations
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 1 Lab Hour.

An introduction to horticulture occupations in the Cincinnati region. Topics include: job levels, working conditions, abilities needed, and benefits within the horticulture industries; resume preparation; interviewing; and business etiquette for the landscaping industry.
Prerequisites: None

LH 110 HORTICULTURE SCIENCE
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on plant classification, structures, physiology, and development, and the environmental conditions that affect plant growth.
Prerequisites: None

LH 115 Floral Design and Marketing
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on concepts and techniques of floral design. Topics include: floral design styles, pricing, shop management, and specialized work such as weddings and funerals. Students must attend off-campus field trips.
Prerequisites: None

LH 120 SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT NUTRITION
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils. Topics include: soil formation; soil conservation; and properties of soils that affect plant growth, development, and health.
Prerequisites: None

LH 125 TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on principles and practices for management of turfgrass installations. Topics include: turfgrass identification, growth, uses, and establishment; and pest control. Students must attend field trips.
Prerequisites: AFM 095 or appropriate placement test score

LH 130 WOODY PLANT MATERIALS
3 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 5 Lab Hours.

A course on woody plants grown by nurseries and found in the landscape and in naturalized settings of Ohio. Topics include: identifying the features and landscape uses of deciduous and evergreen trees, shrubs, and vines. Students must attend weekly plant walk field trips.
Prerequisites: None

LH 135 HERBACEOUS PLANT MATERIALS
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on annual, biennial, and non-woody plants commonly used in landscapes of the greater Cincinnati region. Topics include: identification, culture, and design uses of plants for landscapes.
Prerequisites: None

LH 140 Landscape Operations
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on equipment used for landscape activities such as planting trees and shrubs and maintaining landscaped areas. Topics include: job safety; and operations of equipment such as loaders, backhoes, tractors, and commercial mowers. Students must attend field trips.
Prerequisites: None

LH 145 Horticulture Mechanics
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

An introduction to the mechanical systems used in the landscape industry. Topics include small engine theory, operation, and repair; gasoline and diesel fuels; hydraulic power systems; and traditional and alternative electrical systems.
Prerequisites: None

LH 151 Landscape Design 1
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on landscape development for residential and small commercial sites. Topics include: the design process, proper design development, and graphics and lettering. Students must provide their own drawing tools and must attend field trips.
Prerequisites: None

LH 155 Computer-Aided Landscape Design
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on techniques for using computers in landscape design and contracting. Topics include: generating plot plans, planting plans, and presentation drawings.
Prerequisites: None

LH 160 Irrigation Design, Installation, and Management
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on designing, installing, and managing residential and commercial irrigation systems. Students must participate in field work.
Prerequisites: LH 125 and LH 151

LH 165 Landscape Construction
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on techniques and use of materials for constructing and installing landscape planting features and structures such as gardens, terraces, walls, fences, mounds, ponds, irrigation, and outdoor lighting. Students must participate in field work.
Prerequisites: LH 151

LH 170 From Field to Kitchen
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on edible plants, herbs, and spices and their use in culinary preparations.
Prerequisites: None

LH 175 Interior Plantscaping
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on the use of foliage and blooming plants to enhance interior areas of buildings. Topics include: classification, culture, and design applications.
Prerequisites: None

LH 180 Introduction to Urban Agriculture
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course covering urban agriculture defined as the practice of cultivation, processing, and distributing food in, or near, a village, town or city. Topics include growing food within the urban landscape, politics and history of urban agriculture, and urban farm design. Projects and field trips required.
Prerequisites: AFL 085

LH 191 Part-Time Cooperative Education 1: Landscape Horticulture
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BUS 190

LH 192 Part-Time Cooperative Education 2: Landscape Horticulture
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: LH 191

LH 193 Part-Time Cooperative Education 3: Landscape Horticulture
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: LH 192

LH 194 Part-Time Cooperative Education 4: Landscape Horticulture
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fourth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: LH 194

LH 195 Part-Time Cooperative Education 5: Landscape Horticulture
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fifth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: LH 195

LH 196 Part-Time Cooperative Education 6: Landscape Horticulture
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their sixth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: LH 195

LH 198 First Year Special Topics in Landscape Horticultur
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on selected topics related to Landscape Horticulture, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: Vary by section

LH 199 First Year Independent Project in Landscape Horticulture
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A project related to Landscape Horticulture that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by Landscape Horticulture faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Vary by section

LH 205 Landscape Pests and Controls
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on identification, diagnosis, and control of common insect, disease, and weed pests in the landscape industry. Topics include: integrated pest management/plant health care principles, and Ohio Department of Agriculture Commercial CORE and Category 6d exams.
Prerequisites: LH 110, LH 130, and LH 135

LH 210 Turfgrass Pests and Controls
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on identification, diagnosis, and control of common insect, disease, and weed pests of turfgrasses. Topics include: integrated pest management/plant health care principles, and Ohio Department of Agriculture Commercial CORE and Category 8 exams. Students must attend field trips.
Prerequisites: LH 110 and LH 125

LH 215 Arboriculture
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on principles and techniques of the commercial arboriculture business. Topics include: trees and the environment; protection, diagnosis, and treatment of tree health problems; techniques for pruning, removal, and climbing; and job safety. Students must attend field trips.
Prerequisites: LH 110

LH 225 GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT AND PLANT PRODUCTION
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on principles and practices for greenhouse management and plant production. Topics include: greenhouse structures and maintenance, plant production, and managing environmental conditions vital to plant growth. Students must attend field trips.
Prerequisites: LH 110 and LH 135

LH 230 Landscape Solutions to Stormwater Management
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on using landscaping to manage stormwater and water runoff. Topics include: the ecology, design, installation, and maintenance of water management and retention systems including bioswales, green roofs, and rain gardens. Students must attend field trips.
Prerequisites: LH 110, LH 120, and LH 151

LH 240 Landscape Management
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on principles and practices of management used in the landscape industry. Topics include: seasonal planning for landscape maintenance, contracts and specifications, cost estimating, business management, and personnel management. Students must attend field trips.
Prerequisites: LH 110, LH 120, and LH 130

LH 245 Plants for Sustainable Landscapes
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on identification, culture, and uses of nursery-grown woody and herbaceous plants in Cincinnati-area sustainable landscapes. Topics include: using native species appropriately, and controlling invasive species. Students must attend weekly field trips.
Prerequisites: LH 125 and LH 151

LH 252 Landscape Design 2
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on application of design theory to develop creative solutions to landscape problems. Topics include: graphic skills such as section, elevation, isometric and perspective techniques; construction plans; interaction with clients; and sales presentations. Students must attend field trips.
Prerequisites: LH 130, LH 140, and LH 151

LH 255 Golf Course Management
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on development, management, and maintenance of golf courses. Topics include: layout and construction, course management systems, budgeting, record-keeping, and golf-specific turf care.
Prerequisites: LH 125 and LH 151

LH 260 Athletic Field Management
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on athletic field management for school, municipal, and professional sports operations. Topics include: turfgrass options, practices for enhancing turf growth and playability, field setup, and field renovation. Students must attend field trips.
Prerequisites: LH 125 and LH 151

LH 265 Landscape Grading, Drainage, and Surveying
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on landscape site preparation. Topics include: site assessment, establishing grades, soil conservation and improvement, surface and sub-surface drain systems, cut-and-fill calculations, and safe operation of equipment. Students must attend field trips.
Prerequisites: LH 151, and MAT 120 or appropriate placement test score

LH 290 Sustainable Landscape Design Capstone
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

Students complete a project while examining the landscape designer's role in restoring and protecting habitats. Topics include: site choice, stormwater controls, xeriscaping, criteria for LEED and other certifications, and techniques for landscape features such as green roofs and rain gardens. Students must attend field trips.
Prerequisites: LH 110, LH 145, LH 151, and LH 155

LH 291 Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Landscape Horticulture
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BUS 190

LH 292 Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Landscape Horticulture
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: LH 291

LH 293 Full-Time Cooperative Education 3: Landscape Horticulture
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: LH 292

LH 298 Second Year Special Topics in Landscape Horticulture
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on selected topics related to Landscape Horticulture, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: Vary by section

LH 299 Second Year Independent Project in Landscape Horticulture
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A project related to Landscape Horticulture that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by Landscape Horticulture faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Vary by section