Horticulture Technology - Turf Management: Diploma

Description

Turf management students participate in provincial and national industry conferences, establishing networks of industry and alumni contacts that support their career development. On campus, students play a role in the management of the turf field lab with golf greens, tees, fairways, home lawns, and park style lawn areas.

Graduates are managing golf courses in all parts of the province. Many have successful careers with municipal parks departments managing sports fields. In addition to turf management, the program includes tree care (arboriculture) and a number of turf management graduates are successful arborists.

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 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.

Curricular Requirements

Students pursuing a Horticulture Technology Diploma with a Turf Management 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 1118	Basic Machinery Operation and Maintenance	3 credits
	HORT 1132	Turf Maintenance Operations	3 credits
	HORT 1155	Introduction To Plant Materials	3 credits
	HORT 1217	Foundations of Plant Health	3 credits
	HORT 1230	Sustainable Turf Management	3 credits
	HORT 1232	Sports Turf Management Practices	3 credits
	HORT 1240	Arboriculture I	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 2330	Turfgrass and Environmental Stress	3 credits
	HORT 2332	Environmental Turf Management	3 credits
	HORT 2334	Irrigation and Drainage Practices	3 credits
	HORT 2432	Grounds Machinery Maintenance	3 credits
	HORT 2436	Golf Course Management	3 credits
	HORT 2437	Golf Course Irrigation Systems: Design and Operations	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:
	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
Plus one of:
	ACCT 1210 *	Introductory Financial Accounting II	3 credits
	ACCT 2293 *	Accelerated Introductory Financial Accounting	3 credits
	ECON 1150 *	Principles of Microeconomics	3 credits
	HORT 2426	Landscape Construction	3 credits
	HORT 2442	Arboriculture II	3 credits
	MRKT 1199 *	Introduction to Marketing*	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.