Outcomes
Compare and contrast basic theories, concepts, and terminology used in horticulture.
Demonstrate knowledge of sustainable horticultural practices.
Demonstrate skill in the use of equipment, tools, environmental controls, and computers as they relate to the horticultural field.
Perform basic landscape design, construction, and maintenance techniques needed to execute residential and commercial landscape projects.
Identify common landscape plants for the Midwest (Illinois) and describe their cultural needs.
Diagnose plant disease and pest problems, and recommend management options.
Explain basic plant growth principles and how they relate to the propagation, production, use, and maintenance of landscape plant materials.
Identify and practice safety, environmental protection, workplace ethics, and leadership skills in the horticultural workplace.
Program Overview
The Agri-Hort Manufacturing Technology curriculum is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge and fundamental skills to work in a field related to manufacturing. This program is designed to meet the needs of students entering into the career field and those students looking to update their career skills.
Program Requirements
Major Courses
General education
| COMM 1553 | Introductory Speech | 3 Credits |
| COMM 1603 | Business Communication | 3 Credits |
| ENGL 1613 | English I | 3 Credits |
| MATH 1103 | Technical Mathematics | 3 |
| General Education Course | 3 Credits |
| Credit Hours: | 15 |
Electives
Choose 15 credits
Minimum Credit Hours: 65
Suggested Course Sequence
Fall semester
Spring semester
| AGHT 1024 | Engineering Applications | 4 Credits |
| COMM 1603 | Business Communication | 3 Credits |
| COMM 1553 | Introductory Speech | 3 Credits |
| Technical Elective | 3 Credits |
Fall semester
| MAFT 1112 | Intro to Manufacturing and Safety | 2 |
| MAFT 1222 | Quality and Measurement | 2 |
| MAFT 1232 | Manufacturing Processes | 2 |
| MAFT 1312 | Intro to Manufacturing Maintenance | 2 |
| General Education Course | 3 Credits |
| Technical Elective | 4 Credits |
Spring Semester
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