Turf Management Technology

Turf Management Technology, AAS Degree

Turf Management is an exciting field that blends the individual’s love for the outdoors and the dynamics of creating and maintaining golf courses, sports facilities, and landscapes on a residential and commercial level. Turf managers work with a variety of specialized equipment to maintain the surrounding plant environment. This field is truly for those who enjoy outdoor activities.

Semester	Course Title	Credits

First Semester
CIS 105 CIS 105	Introduction to Computers	3
Includes essential computer hardware and software concepts as well as an introduction to the Internet (basic navigation and searching), and the I-notes electronic mail program used at Southeast Tech. Students will gain a proficiency in working in a wireless local area network environment and with the Microsoft Windows Operating System. File management skills will be reinforced as students create documents, spreadsheets, presentations and databases using the applications included in the Office suite. The class will utilize a hands-on, exercise-oriented approach that allows students to learn by example. Students will complete a variety of projects focused toward the objectives of their given program of study.
HT 111 HT 111	Introduction To Horticulture	3
Exposes students to the horticultural industry and related associations. Plant morphology, physiology, and the environment in which plants exist will be covered. Emphasis will be on career planning and goal setting.
HT 112 HT 112	Woody Plants	4
The identification, adaptation, cultural requirements, and the use of trees, shrubs, evergreens, vines, and common plants suitable to South Dakota are covered in this course.
HT 113 HT 113	Turf Management	3
Students are introduced to the theory and practical application of turfgrass management; including turfgrasses, turfgrass environment and turfgrass cultural practices.
HT 234 HT 234	Pest Management	3
Designed to expose students to pests, pest control strategies, and safe chemical application using a variety of equipment used in the horticulture industry. Emphasis will be placed on pesticide laws and practical plant health care strategies. Students will have the opportunity to apply for their commercial applicator's license if they have met all requirements.
16
Second Semester
HT 121 HT 121	Perennials	3
Identification, description, uses, cultural requirements, propagation, and adaptability of herbaceous perennials and bulbs are the concepts taught in this course.
HT 124 HT 124	Landscape Design I	4
Fundamentals of landscape design principles, basic drawing skills, and site analysis will be covered in this course. Prerequisite: HT 112
HT 126 HT 126	Irrigation Principles and Practices	3
Exposes students to the principles of irrigation, installation techniques, and troubleshooting. Students will perform procedures used in the installation and repair of an irrigation system. Prerequisite: HT 113
HT 141 HT 141	Spring Turf Management Practical	1
Turf students will apply turf management practices in a specific industry discipline. This practical gives students a working knowledge of an entire growing season.
MATH 115 MATH 115	College Math	3
A course covering the concepts and applications of mathematics, that includes: the arithmetic order of operations, percent problems, descriptive statistics and graphing, algebraic manipulations, solving linear equations, formula rearrangement, word problems, measurement, and applied plane and solid geometry. This course satisfies the institution's general education requirements for mathematics, but is not a transfer course. Prerequisite: Placement Assessment
SPCM 101T SPCM 101T	Fundamentals of Speech	3
Based on the study of communication theory as applied to public speaking. The goals are to improve the student's public speaking and listening skills. Experiences in the class range from developing speech outlines, researching topics, and practicing delivery techniques for an informative, persuasive, interviewing techniques and panel discussion assignment.
17
Third Semester
ENGL 101T ENGL 101T	Composition	3
English Composition will help develop proficiency in writing concise, coherent essays, and in using correct English. Several modes of discourse will be explored and good grammar skills are required. This course will improve the student's critical thinking skills as it provides students with practice in all stages of the writing process: planning, supporting, rewriting, analyzing, proofreading, and editing. This course will also require critical reading and writing. Prerequisite: Placement Assessment
HT 123 HT 123	Soils & Fertilizers	3
Designed to expose students to the chemical and physical characteristics of soil, water, and fertilizers. Testing and amending soils, water, and fertilizers will be emphasized.
HT 142 HT 142	Fall Turf Management Practical	1
Turf students will apply turf management practices in a specific industry discipline. This practical gives students a working knowledge of an entire growing season.
HT 211 HT 211	Landscape Construction	4
Details of landscape construction techniques and estimating will be studied in the classroom. An emphasis will be placed on the implementation of actual landscape projects involving but not limited to: soil preparation, plantings, walls, paving materials, natural stone, wood, edging materials, and mulches. Prerequisite: HT 124
PSYC 101T PSYC 101T	General Psychology	3
Provides the student with an introduction to the basic psychological processes underlying human behavior. Topics include the functions of the brain amd nervous system, the characteristics of sensation, perception and altered states of consciousness, learning and memory, the nature of thinking skills and intelligence, theories of motivation, emotion and personality, a survey of psychological disorders and approaches to therapy, social/interpersonal relations, and practical applications.
SOC SOC	Social Science Elective	3
Social Science Electives Include: ECON 201T - Economics; SOC 150T - Social Problems; or SOC 250T - Marriage and the Family
17
Fourth Semester
BUS BUS	Business Elective	3
Business Elective: Small Business Entrepreneurship, 3 (3 - 0) or BUS 240 - Conversational Spanish
HT 215 HT 215	Foremanship Training	3
Exposes students to employee and team management skills, total quality management, and financial responsibility will be covered. Prerequisite: HT 113
HT 224 HT 224	Turf Management in Sports	3
Exposes students to the world of turf management in recreational areas. Students will explore maintenance and operations of baseball/softball complexes, soccer complexes, football fields and golf courses. Prerequisite: HT 113
HT 226 HT 226	Equipment Operations & Maintenance	3
Exposes students to the proper operations and maintenance techniques dealing with turf equipment. Students will maintain and operate mowing equipment, utility vehicles, and motorized tools. Prerequisite: HT 113
HT 231 HT 231	Arboriculture	3
Examines the integrated management of trees and shrubs. Emphasis will be placed on valuation, pruning, equipment operation, pest management, repair, and fertilization of trees and shrubs. Prerequisite: HT 123
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Total Credits: 65