Transfers ToCSUDescriptionStudent Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to: recognize basic botanical structure and functions and how plants relate to the environment. assess and implement hands-on skills of construction operations, such as using wood, pavers, irrigation components, and sustainable soil preparation and grading. recognize and comply with the state water regulations that affect landscaping. assess and implement the hands-on skills of sustainable landscape management and their techniques. utilize irrigation water auditing techniques and select equipment to correctly irrigate, schedule, and conserve water in the landscape. compare and contrast conventional and sustainable landscape methods. evaluate existing landscapes to enable maintenance with ecologically sustainable practices. evaluate sustainable products and methods for use in the landscape. demonstrate proper pruning of a plant. demonstrate proper techniques of planting and transplanting. � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � select a proper plant for a given situation. recognize and identify 150 plant species and/or varieties utilizing taxonomic plant key techniques. employ the basic principles of irrigation design. Career Information Career opportunities include positions with landscape construction and maintenance firms, as well as within the public sector at various levels including cities, counties and state levels. Horticulture (HORT) Courses 