Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
This specialized area of study leads to a certificate in arboriculture. Arboriculture is the study of and care of trees and other landscape woody plants. The students will study plant materials, insects, diseases and environmental problems affecting woody plants of the upper midwest. This course of study will also include courses relating to maintenance practices necessary to insure the health and beauty of woody plants in the landscape. Students will have the opportunity to develop field skills in rope and saddle trimming work.
Award Outcomes
Identify Minnesota native woody plants by botanical/common name
Select plant needs with proper site characteristics
Implement proper planting techniques
Implement proper tree care to potential clients
Identify common urban tree pests
Prescribe treatment for common urban tree pests
Integrate a sustainable approach to landscape installation and maintenance
Semester Sequence
Offered at Brooklyn Park Only
Second Semester
| LNDC1151 | Insects and Diseases of Landscape Plants | 3 |
| LNDC1155 | Applied Arboriculture Operations | 4 |
| LNDC1190 | Woody Plants II - Shrubs | 4 |
| LNDC2346 | Arboriculture Internship | 3 |
Graduation (25 Credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
3/2/2023 : BP 6109 / EP