HRT-203 Turf Management

This course deals with grasses and grass varieties, cultural requirements of turfgrass, establishment, mowing, dethatching, aerating, fertilizing, irrigation, and weed control.

Credits

3

Lecture Contact Hours

3

Lab Contact Hours

0

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Environmental Conservation and Horticulture

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• No

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Identify the various parts and characteristics of turf plants that facilitate the correct identification of grass species
2. Determine the correct species, mix, or blend of turf plants for a variety of use environmental or aesthetic conditions
3. Differentiate between similar, commonly used cool weather grasses used in residential, sport, and golf applications
4. Identify and describe the various methods of installation and establishment of turf
5. Examine the various tools and methods for maintenance of turf including mowing, watering, fertilizing and maintaining general health
6. Analyze a turf condition to determine if damage is evident and what the causal form of the damage including both common insects and diseases
7. Propose methods for treatment and for reducing future occurrence of the suspected causal form of damage to turf