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Apr 24, 2024
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AGSC 230 - Principles of Horticulture (4 units)
This course focuses on the ecological components of horticultural systems relevant to arid and semi-arid regions, and studies the core principles and concepts associated with production practices.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 190 ; CHEM 122A and CHEM 122L or CHEM 202 .
Units of Lecture: 2
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2
Offered: Every Spring
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to define the role of biotic and abiotic components of sustainable horticultural production.
2. Students will be able to discuss the importance of horticultural production under the framework of food security.
3. Students will be able to identify the constraints to horticultural production in arid and semi-arid regions around the world.
4. Students will be able to formulate solutions to the challenges of horticultural production in arid and semi-arid regions.
5. Students will be able to identify several horticultural crops important to the Nevada horticultural sector.
6. Students will be able to devise management alternatives for sustainable production of horticultural crops.
7. Students will be able to assess the tradeoffs of food production, environmental stewardship and community well being associated with horticultural production.
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