Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
This degree provides students with a well-rounded foundation in landscape and horticulture practices, preparing them for diverse careers across the green industry. Through a combination of core courses and practical fieldwork, students gain hands-on experience in plant production, garden and landscape design, pest and disease management, and sustainable horticultural practices. Graduates are equipped to work in landscape, greenhouse, nursery, or urban green infrastructure settings, and to adapt their skills to meet the evolving demands of the industry.
Award Outcomes
Operate greenhouse and nursery systems using industry best practices.
Apply principles of plant propagation to produce healthy nursery crops.
Identify and diagnose abiotic and biotic disorders in trees and landscape plants.
Recommend appropriate treatment strategies for plant health problems.
Design functional and visually appealing garden beds and landscape features.
Install and maintain residential and commercial landscapes following safety and horticultural standards.
Evaluate tree structure and health for proper care and maintenance in the landscape.
Implement safe and effective pest management strategies, including pesticide use in accordance
with regulatory guidelines.
Use hand tools and equipment safely and efficiently in greenhouse and landscape settings.
Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, team members, and industry partners.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program may find employment in a wide range of horticultural and landscape roles, including:
Greenhouse or nursery technician
Landscape installer or maintenance technician
Horticulture production specialist
Garden designer or floral display coordinator
Municipal or utility arborist assistant
Garden center or horticultural sales associate
Interior plant care technician
Urban greening or stormwater planting crew member
Parks and grounds technician
Public garden, zoo, or arboretum horticulture staff