LA 104

LANDSCAPE GRAPHICS AND PLANTING DESIGN

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Introduces presentation graphics and drafting for landscape design, including a step-by-step study of creating concept plans and drafting landscape construction drawings. Emphasizes methods for proper use of plant materials and planting design theory. [D; CSU]

LA 200

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER-AIDED LANDSCAPE DESIGN

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Recommended Preparation: LNT 120 and LNT 128, or equivalent.

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Provides instruction in the use of computer-aided design as applied to the landscape architecture field. Focuses on the creation of landscape, sprinkler, and three-dimensional plans using the software AutoCAD. Includes instruction on drawing and editing commands, file management, and printing options. [D; CSU]

LA 201

ADVANCED COMPUTER-AIDED LANDSCAPE DESIGN

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Prerequisite: LA 200 or equivalent.

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Continued instruction in the use of the software AutoCAD and "LandCAD." Creation of complete landscape and sprinkler plans including plan and 3D views, site details, contour maps, plant database manipulation, and completing cost estimates from completed plans. [D; CSU]

LA 299

INDEPENDENT STUDY

1-3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Limitation on Enrollment: Eligibility for independent study.

Lecture 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Individual study or research in some area of landscape architecture of particular interest to the student and not included in regular courses of the college. [D; CSU]

LNT 70

PRINCIPLES OF PRUNING FRUIT TREES AND VINES

1 UNIT

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 1 hour, laboratory 0.50 hours

Offered: ALL

Fruit tree identification, appropriate pruning practices for specific varieties, diseases, pest recognition and control, safety procedures, and tool recommendations. [D]

LNT 72

HORTICULTURAL EQUIPMENT: CARE AND OPERATION

2 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Provides instruction in the safe and proper care and operation of equipment used in landscape construction and maintenance. Includes proper maintenance procedures to ensure safe and efficient equipment operation. [D]

LNT 75

POND DESIGN, INSTALLATION, AND CARE

1 UNIT

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 0.50 hours, laboratory 2 hours

Offered: ALL

Practices and procedures in the design, construction, and maintenance of ponds used in residential landscapes. Topics covered include: design concepts, materials used, installation procedures, initial pond set-up, and pond culture including the proper use of aquatic plants, fish, and maintaining a proper pond ecology. [D]

LNT 85

PESTICIDE LICENSING EXAM PREPARATION

1 UNIT

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 1 hour

Offered: ALL

Prepares students for the California Pesticide Applicators License and Certificate Exams. Includes pesticide laws, understanding pesticide labels, types of pesticides, application methods, license categories, safety, and pest recognition. [ND]

LNT 94

SPRINKLER SYSTEM INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: FALL, SPRING

Provides instruction in the various types, installation methods, maintenance techniques, and repair of sprinklers, pipes, back-flow devices, valves, wiring, and controllers used in the landscape irrigation industry. Emphasizes efficient controller scheduling to conserve water. [D]

LNT 95

PORTFOLIOS, PRESENTATIONS, AND CONSULTATIONS FOR FLORAL DESIGN

1 UNIT

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Recommended Preparation: LNT 138, LNT 140, and LNT 141, or equivalent.

Lecture 1 hour

Offered: FALL, SPRING

Designed to provide the skills necessary for floral sales presentations and consultations and to give assistance in the development of the student's personal portfolio. [D]

LNT 99

ORGANIC GARDENING

1 UNIT

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Laboratory 3 hours

Offered: FALL, SPRING

Introduces organic methods of small-scale food and flower production utilizing hands-on laboratory and field work. Emphasizes vegetable and fruiting tree and shrub varieties suitable to Southern California. Explores basic plant anatomy, plant propagation, and garden installation. Introduces the structure and function of soils including composting and vermiculture. Includes discussion of irrigation, organic pest control, pruning, and harvest and storage requirements. [ND]

LNT 100

PLANT AND HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE

4 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Emphasizes the study of plant structures, physiology, taxonomy, growth processes, propagation and growth media, plant-soil-climate relationships, and the importance of plants for food, fiber, and ornamental purposes. [D; CSU; UC; C-ID AG-PS 106L]

LNT 101

INTRODUCTION TO SUSTAINABLE ENERGY STUDIES

3 UNITS

Grade Only

Recommended Preparation: BUS 211 or ENGL 114 or equivalent or through the Southwestern College multiple measures placement processes; MATH 35 or equivalent or through the Southwestern College multiple measures placement processes.

Lecture 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Studies the growth of the human population and its effects on energy and climate demands with an emphasis on the built environment. [D; CSU]. (Same as: SES 101)

LNT 105

PLANT IDENTIFICATION - TREES

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Provides identification, growth characteristics, environmental requirements, and uses of approximately 120 trees common to the southern California landscape. [D; CSU]

LNT 109

PLANT IDENTIFICATION - SHRUBS

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Provides identification, growth characteristics, environmental requirements, and uses of 120 shrubs common to the southern California landscape. [D; CSU]

LNT 113

PLANT IDENTIFICATION - HERBACEOUS PLANTS

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Provides identification, growth characteristics, environmental requirements, and uses of approximately 120 annuals, perennials, ground covers, and vines common to the southern California landscape. [D; CSU]

LNT 116

PLANT IDENTIFICATION: FRUITING PLANTS

1.5 UNIT

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 1.50 hour

Offered: ALL

Provides students with knowledge of the fruiting trees, shrubs, vines, and perennials that are suitable for growing and producing fruit within the climates found in San Diego County. Includes appropriate selection and use, scientific and varietal names, cultural requirements, pest control, and seasonal harvest periods. [D; CSU]

LNT 118

PLANT IDENTIFICATION FOR FLORAL DESIGN

1 UNIT

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 1 hour

Offered: FALL, SPRING

Designed to provide the student with knowledge of the trees, shrubs, annuals, and perennials, suitable for floral design. Includes appropriate scientific names, seasonal availability, and lasting ability. [D; CSU]

LNT 119

PLANT IDENTIFICATION: XERIPHYTIC PLANTS

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Emphasizes identification, environmental requirements, growth characteristics, and uses of trees, shrubs, perennials, vines, and ground covers which can survive under low water conditions. (Field trips required.) [D; CSU]

LNT 120

LANDSCAPE DESIGN I

4 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Recommended Preparation: LA 104 or equivalent; LNT 105 and LNT 109, or equivalent.

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 6 hours

Offered: FALL, SPRING

Introduces landscape design for residential and commercial properties incorporating historical and fundamental principles. Includes drafting skills, functional and aesthetic uses of plant materials, circulation, site evaluation, plant selection, topography and grading, and design theory. (One all-day field trip required.) [D; CSU]

LNT 122

LANDSCAPE DESIGN II

4 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Prerequisite: LNT 120 or equivalent.

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 6 hours

Offered: ALL

Provides further study in the field of landscape design with emphasis on site analysis, spatial analysis, sensory evaluation, cost considerations, energy conservation through proper design, site details, landscape maintenance specifications, larger scale designs, and improved drawing methods. (One all-day field trip required.) [D; CSU]

LNT 123

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE

4 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 6 hours

Offered: ALL

Provides the knowledge and skills required to perform professional landscape maintenance, including proper use of landscape tools and equipment, weed control methods, planting, grading and drainage, pruning, plant identification, sprinkler maintenance and repair, and materials used in the trade. [D; CSU]

LNT 124

LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION

3 UNITS

Grade Only

Lecture 1 hour, laboratory 6 hours

Offered: ALL

Covers proper methods of estimating, laying out, and installing landscape hardscape features including concrete, paver patios, walkways, garden retaining walls, wood decks and fences, overhead shade structures, benches, and planters. Includes proper knowledge and use of building materials. [D; CSU] (Same as: NC 3083)

LNT 128

SPRINKLER DESIGN

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Introduces the principles of proper water application to ornamental areas by the use of sprinklers and micro-irrigation equipment. Includes hydraulics, sprinkler layout, piping, drip systems, subsurface irrigation, and related irrigation practices. Emphasizes methods for efficient water application and water conservation. (One all-day field trip required.) [D; CSU]

LNT 129

SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPE/WATER AUDITOR

3 UNITS

Grade Only

Lecture 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Introduces methods and procedures for the evaluation of landscape designs, landscape installations, landscape maintenance practices, and water application techniques for sustainable landscape practices. Provides procedures followed in both a landscape audit and a water audit. Includes methods for improving landscape and irrigation installations to best conserve and reuse available resources. [D]

LNT 131

LANDSCAPE CONTRACTING AND ESTIMATING

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Procedures and methods for proper landscape estimating and bidding. Interpretation of blueprints and specifications determining overhead and profit percentages. Understanding of landscape contracting regulation and business procedures. Requirements of becoming a licensed landscape contractor. [D]

LNT 132

TURF MANAGEMENT

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Emphasizes identification and management of grasses used in landscape, golf courses, and sports field areas. Includes establishment methods, mowing, fertilization, thatch control, and pest management. (One all-day field trip required.) [D; CSU]

LNT 134

INTRODUCTION TO SOIL SCIENCE

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: ALL

The study of soil physical, chemical and biological properties. Soil classification, derivation, use, function and management including erosion, moisture retention, structure, cultivation, organic matter and microbiology. Laboratory topics include soil type, classification, soil reaction, soil fertility and physical properties of soil. Laboratory required. [D; CSU; UC; C-ID AG-PS 128L]

LNT 136

INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 3 hours

Offered: FALL, SPRING

Examines common pests of landscape plants and nursery crops in Southern California, including weeds, plant diseases, and vertebrate and invertebrate pests. Enables students to diagnose pest problems and prescribe solutions that integrate safe and effective practices including cultural, biological, mechanical/physical, and chemical control methods as well as preventative measures. Designed to assist students in preparing for California licensing exams in pest management or to earn continuing education hours to maintain their license. [D; CSU]

LNT 138

FLORAL DESIGN I

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Fee: $30

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: FALL, SPRING

Introduces theory, techniques, and skills practiced in the floral design industry. Includes instruction in basic design principles, cut flower preparation and care, merchandising and packaging. (One all-day field trip required.) [D; CSU]

LNT 140

FLORAL DESIGN II

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Fee: $50

Prerequisite: LNT 138 or equivalent.

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: FALL, SPRING

Continues building skills learned in LNT 138 Floral Design I. Emphasizes wedding, funeral, banquet and contemporary floral design work. Provides a more in-depth study of flower shop management. [D; CSU]

LNT 141

FLORAL DESIGN III

1 UNIT

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Fee: $75

Prerequisite: LNT 140 or equivalent.

Lecture 0.50 hours, laboratory 1.50 hour

Offered: FALL, SPRING

Enhances the development of the creative ability of the student. Includes designing original arrangements for the following topics: tropicals, theme luncheons, specialty events, hotel lobbies, etc. [D; CSU]

LNT 143

FLORICULTURE AND NURSERY OPERATIONS: TREE AND SHRUBS PRODUCTION

1 UNIT

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 0.66 hours, laboratory 1 hour

Offered: ALL

Designed to provide information with regard to the propagation and growth requirements of trees and shrubs, production scheduling, containers for various stages of growth, and pests and diseases encountered during production. [D; CSU]

LNT 144

HOUSE PLANT CARE AND PRODUCTION

1.5 UNIT

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 1 hour, laboratory 1.50 hour

Offered: ALL

Fundamentals of plant selection, placement, and maintenance for interior purposes. Includes plant identification, watering, fertilization practices, pest and disease control, pruning, and site evaluation. [D; CSU]

LNT 146

PLANT PROPAGATION

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Provides plant propagation and production practices with emphasis on nursery operations including sexual and asexual reproduction, planting, transplanting, fertilizing, plant pest and disease control; structures and site layout; preparation and use of propagating and planting mediums; use and maintenance of tools and equipment; regulations pertaining to plant production. [D; CSU; C-ID AG-EH 116L]

LNT 147

WEDDING DESIGN AND EVENT PLANNING

2 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Fee: $75

Prerequisite: LNT 140 or equivalent.

Lecture 1 hour, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: FALL, SPRING

Focuses on the mechanics and placement of professionally designed wedding and event floral arrangements. Emphasizes specialty designs, decorations, and placement reflecting contemporary lifestyle choices of ceremony and reception sites. Includes sales, planning, and implementation. [D; CSU]

LNT 148

HORTICULTURAL BUSINESS PRACTICES

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 3 hours

Offered: ALL

Provides procedures in the ownership or management of a horticultural business including start up, financing, advertising, employee relationships, recordkeeping, applicable laws and regulations, customer relations, suppliers, and obtaining new customers. [D; CSU]

LNT 151

PLANT IDENTIFICATION I

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: SPRING

Provides identification, growth characteristics, environmental requirements, and uses of landscape plants adapted to the climate of Southern California. Emphasis on plants that flower in spring and summer. [D; CSU; UC; C-ID AG-EH 108L]

LNT 152

PLANT IDENTIFICATION II

3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours

Offered: FALL

Provides identification, growth characteristics, environmental requirements, and uses of landscape plants adapted to the climate of Southern California. Emphasis on plants that display desirable traits in fall and winter. [D; CSU; UC; C-ID AG-EH 112L]

LNT 299

INDEPENDENT STUDY

1-3 UNITS

Pass/No Pass or Grade is Allowed

Limitation on Enrollment: Eligibility for independent study.

Lecture 3 hours

Offered: FALL, SPRING

Individual study or research in some area of landscape and nursery technology which is of particular interest to the student and not included in regular courses of the college. [D; CSU]