DCB catalog 2020-22

Course Descriptions 141 HIST 224 American Studies 1 (3CR); Spring; Pre: None American Studies is an interdisciplinary seminar class in the culture of the United States. Subjects vary from year to year and will be topical focusing on either a specific era or theme in American history. HORTICULTURE (HORT) HORT 121 Introduction to Aquaponics (2CR); Online; Pre: None Course provides an overview of aquaponics and its history, five different plant growth subsystems, fish and plant species, fish and plant health, and environmental control methods. HORT 122 Production Aquaponics (1CR) Online; Pre: HORT 121 Course is a study of aquaponics and production methods. Course materials will look at methods used in aquaponics production, variables, species characteristics of fish and plants, and integrated pest management techniques (IPM). HORT 123 Introduction to Hydroponics (2CR); Online; Pre: None This course provides an overview of hydroponics, its history, six different plant growth subsystems and environment control methods. Students will also be familiarized with fundamental plant processes and how they play a role in basic hydroponic cultural practices. HORT 136 Residential Landscape Design (3CR); Fall; Pre: None This course is an introduction to basic landscape design principles utilized on typical residential sites. Emphasis is placed on tool and equipment use and identification, drawing and drafting skills, site evaluations, and plant placement. HORT 151 Introduction to Plants and Pests (1CR); Online; Pre: None This course is an introduction to basic soil science, plant anatomy and physiology, diseases, and pests as it pertains to agricultural and ornamental plants. Students will learn basic plant growth, organization, function, adaptations, and reproduction along with basic soil composition and how it affects plant growth and health. HORT 152 Integrated Pest Management (2CR); Online; Pre: None This course provides students with the knowledge and tools necessary to identify various pests found in specialty crops. Subjects covered include – pest identification techniques, pest-scouting methods, sampling techniques, and economic thresholds. HORT 175 Foliage Plant ID (2CR); Fall; Pre: None Foliage Plant Identification is designed to give students a background to the tropical plants that are commonly sold in the floral and greenhouse industry. Students will learn to identify plants by common and scientific name and will learn how these plants can be used indoors and in the outdoor landscape. HORT 176 Cacti and Succulent ID (2CR); Fall; Pre: None Cacti and Succulent ID is designed to give students a background and history to one of the largest cacti and succulent collections in the US if not the world, located at the International Peace Gardens, Dunseith North Dakota. Students will study the difference between cacti and succulents, learn their names and what it takes to successfully grow them in a conservatory situation and in the home or workplace. HORT 177 Floral Design I (4CR) Spring; Pre: None This course will acquaint students with the history of floral design, proper care and the handling and identification of fresh cut flowers, greens, dried and preserved materials. Students will study the proper use of tools, equipment and supplies used in the industry and the application of basic design styles, holiday designs and displays.