Horticulture Technology - Landscape Horticulture Systems: Diploma

Description

The Landscape Horticulture Systems program provides students an understanding of the landscape as an integrated network of various living and non-living systems including soil, plants, insects, fungi and the humans and animals that inhabit these landscapes.

The Landscape Horticulture Systems specialization provides students opportunities to learn basic horticulture science and develop valuable applied skills through hands on learning in the Kwantlen Polytechnic University Langley campus and local landscapes. With the knowledge gained by studying basic botany, plant identification, and soil science and plant heath, Landscape Systems Diploma students learn how different elements and inputs interact and impact the function and sustainability of the landscape. Students learn to resolve and reduce the consequences of local landscape garden problems by applying their knowledge of landscape applications, pest management, and landscape construction, design and maintenance, including arboriculture and cost-estimating.

Gradates of the Landscape Horticulture Systems diploma program are highly valuable employees and managers in public parks and gardens, resorts, golf courses, and private landscape maintenance, design and construction companies.

Credit Application to a Degree Program

KPU Bachelor of Horticulture Science

Graduates of a KPU Horticulture Technology Diploma with or without specialization can pursue one of KPU's Bachelor of Horticulture Science degree programs, with a choice between the Urban Ecosystems major or the Plant Health major. (Please refer to the Urban Ecosystems or Plant Health section of the calendar for details.)

Students can combine their diploma education with the enhanced horticulture science knowledge at the degree level and earn two credentials (Diploma and Degree). Those who wish to pursue this option should meet with the Faculty of Science and Horticulture Degree Advisor to discuss applying credit to one of these unique School of Horticulture degree programs.

KPU Bachelor of Business Administration

A successful career progression in horticulture often leads to a management role. The Horticulture Technology diploma programs include a foundation in business skills and graduates may be eligible to apply over 30 program credits towards KPU's Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurial Leadership.

Students can combine diploma-level education with enhanced business skills and earn two credentials (Diploma and Degree). Students who wish to pursue this option should meet with the Faculty of Science and Horticulture Degree Advisor to discuss course planning that would facilitate application to the School of Business degree program.

Student Profile

Students who wish to contribute to environmental and community well-being, engage in creative activities, own and operate their own business, or engage in hands-on work will enjoy horticulture.

Many students enter the Horticulture Technology Diploma to upgrade their skills or facilitate a career change. Faculty and staff are supportive and sensitive to the issues faced by students who embark on a post-secondary program after a significant period away from formal education.

Individuals with allergies to dust, pollen or plant products, or specific chemicals should be aware of the potential impact of practicing horticulture on their health. Moderate physical fitness and a healthy back are generally required for a successful career in horticulture.

NOTE: In addition to the Faculty Admission Requirements, students will be required to have completed a minimum of Mathematics 11 Foundations (with a minimum grade of C) or equivalent in order to complete the program without undertaking preparatory courses. Students are encouraged to speak with an Academic Advisor to plan course selection accordingly.

Admission Requirements

Students pursuing a Diploma in Horticulture Technology must be admitted to the Faculty of Science & Horticulture.

Declaration Requirements

Students intending to graduate with Horticulture Technology diploma must declare the credential. At the time of declaration, the student must satisfy all of the following requirements:

In good academic standing with the University.
Completion of a minimum of 15 credits of undergraduate coursework.

Curricular Requirements

Students pursuing a Horticulture Technology Diploma with a Landscape Horticulture Systems specialization must complete at least 63 credits. Students should be familiar with the basic computer applications of word processing and spreadsheets. If students require upgrading, they should take CBSY 1105.

Year 1

All of:
	HORT 1102	Botany for Horticulture	3 credits
	HORT 1104	Soils and Growing Media	3 credits
	HORT 1105	BC Pesticide Applicator Certification	1 credit
	HORT 1110	Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture	3 credits
	HORT 1118	Basic Machinery Operation and Maintenance	3 credits
	HORT 1124	Landscape Gardening Methods	3 credits
	HORT 1155	Introduction To Plant Materials	3 credits
	HORT 1217	Foundations of Plant Health	3 credits
	HORT 1240	Arboriculture I	3 credits
Plus one of:
	HORT 1230	Sustainable Turf Management	3 credits
	HORT 1261	Plant Propagation	3 credits
Plus one of:
	CMNS 1140	Introduction to Professional Communication	3 credits
	ENGL 1100 †	Introduction to University Writing	3 credits

Year 2

All of:
	HORT 2302	Horticulture Work Experience	1 credit
	HORT 2306	Work Experience Report	1 credit
	HORT 2327	Sustainable Landscape Design I	3 credits
	HORT 2355	Plant Materials II	3 credits
	HORT 2412	Landscape Estimating and Contract Administration	3 credits
	HORT 2426	Landscape Construction	3 credits
Plus one of:
	HORT 2308	Landscape Pest Management	3 credits
	HORT 2333	Turfgrass Pest Management	3 credits
	HORT 2378	Production Horticulture Pests	3 credits
Plus one of:
	HORT 2334	Irrigation and Drainage Practices	3 credits
	HORT 2473	Greenhouse Climate Control	3 credits
Plus two of:
	HORT 2427	Sustainable Landscape Design II	3 credits
	HORT 2442	Arboriculture II	3 credits
	HORT 2463	Woody Plant Production and Development	3 credits
	HORT 2490	Organic Crop Production	3 credits
Plus one of:
	BUSI 1205	Supervisory Skills	3 credits
	BUSI 1215 *	Organizational Behaviour	3 credits
	BUSI 1250	Human Resource Management	3 credits
Plus one of:
	ACCT 1110 *	Introductory Financial Accounting I	3 credits
	BUSI 1209	Business Management in Horticulture	3 credits
	BUSI 1210	Essentials of Management	3 credits

Notes: † Applicable to the Bachelor of Horticulture Science in Plant Health or Urban Ecosystems and the Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurial Leadership. * Applicable to the the Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurial Leadership

Credential Awarded

Upon successful completion of this program, students are eligible to receive a Diploma in Horticulture Technology Landscape Horticulture Systems Specialization.