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Department of Horticultural Science
305 Alderman Hall
1970 Folwell Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55108
(612) 624-5300
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| | | Course Listing | 1001. PLANT PROPAGATION. (4 Cr; No prereq.). Fall & Spring Semester. Instructors: Gillman, Hoover, Michaels. Description: Principles and techniques of propagating plants by seeds, cuttings, grafts, buds, layers, division. Lectures on principles; laboratories on practice of various propagating techniques.
1003. MASTER GARDENER CORE COURSE: HORTICULTURE FOR THE HOME AND GARDEN. (3 Cr; No prereq. Participants who wish to volunteer as Master Gardeners must apply and be accepted into their local County Extension Master Gardener Program. Non-volunteers take the class for personal or professional development and register directly with University College) Special Term. Distance Education available on the Internet. Instructor: Weisenhorn. Description: Provides a foundation in soils; botany; entomology; plant pathology; indoor, herbaceous, and woody plants; lawns; fruits; vegetables; pesticides; and wildlife. Geared at an introductory level, with an emphasis on Extension publications and resources useful in answering consumer horticulture questions. Additional sections of Hort 1003 will be offered in Greater Minnesota. Call 612-443-2460, ext 263 for more information.
1905. Freshman Seminar (topic for Fall 2009: Local Food: Grow, Store, Buy Sustainable Organics. (1-3 Cr; Fall Semester. Instructor: Markhart. This seminar will focus on local foods – where it comes from, who grows it, and the environmental implications for consumers. The class will provide students with unique content on our food system and the current and potential roles of local food production.
1013. FLORAL DESIGN. (2 Cr; No prereq.) Fall Semester. Instructor: Anderson. Description: Floral designs, for use in commercial flower shops or at home, including principles and elements of design, wedding arrangements corsages, and the decorative use of dried materials.
1015. WOODY AND HERBACEOUS PLANTS. (4 Cr; No prereq.) Fall Semester. Instructor: Hokanson. There are more than 300,000 plant species in the world – quite a few more than you can learn in 15 weeks. During this course you can master the skills that will allow you to identify almost any plant you encounter around the world. You will be introduced to a few hundred of the most important cultivated plants for northern climates. You will learn their distinguishing features for identification, common uses, cultural specificities, and notable cultivars. Lectures and laboratories.
1031. VINES AND WINES: INTRODUCTION TO VITICULTURE AND ENOLOGY (3 Cr; must be 21 years of age by date of first class meeting). Spring Semester. Instructors: Gardner, Luby. Description: Overview of the history of wine, basic principles of biology and culture of the grapevine, fermentation, and the sensory evaluation of wine.
1061. THE SUSTAINABLE LAWN. (3 Cr; ). Fall Semester. Instructor: Watkins. Description: This course will focus on sustainable turfgrass management for the home lawn. Students will learn how to identify common turfgrasses and then how to properly manage a home lawn in a sustainable way. This course will also equip students with the knowledge and tools necessary to maintain quality turf areas with reduced inputs. Internet-Delivered.
2100. AGRICULTURAL BIOCHEMISTRY. (3 Cr; prereq Chem 1011 or Chem 1021 or consent of instructor). Fall Semester. Instructor: Hegeman. Description: This course provides a chemical and biochemical foundation needed to master biological topics as an integral part of agricultural disciplines. Subject matter emphasizes qualitative understanding of key concepts in organic, analytical and biological chemistry with special emphasis on the chemistry, metabolism and development of plants.
3000. HORTICULTURE GLOBAL SEMINAR ( 3 Cr;) Summer Semester. Instructor: Meyer. An in-depth study of a particular topic in horticulture in a foreign country. The class will be a 3-week travel course, consisting of lectures and field trips for 15 days with weekends free for personal international experiences. This class will be offered as a University of Minnesota Global Seminar and as such will meet the liberal education international perspectives requirement.
3002W. GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT. (3 Cr; Prereq Hort 1001 or instructor consent) Spring Semester (Writing Intensive). Instructor: Anderson Description: Worldwide floricultural production; selection of greenhouse site, construction, heating, and cooling. Greenhouse cost accounting and analysis. Root media, sanitation, water, fertilization, chemical growth regulation, temperature, light and marketing. Laboratory experience in greenhouse operations plus field trips.
3005. ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ON HORTICULTURAL CROPS. (4 Cr; Prereq Hort 1001, Chem 1011, or consent of instructor). Spring Semester. Description: The effects of the environment on plant growth and physiology through laboratory exercises and experiments. Students will learn how the environment affects plants but also how horticulturists manipulate the environment to produce high quality plants.
3090. DIRECTED STUDIES. (2-4 Cr; 6 repeats allowed; All Terms. Description: Approved field, laboratory, or greenhouse experiences in application of horticultural information and practices.
3131. STUDENT ORGANIC FARM PLANNING, GROWING, AND MARKETING. (3 Cr; Prereq Hort 1001, Agro 1101, 1103, Biol 1009 or consent of instructor). Spring Semester. Instructor: Markhart, Porter. Description: This course plans and implements cropping and marketing strategies for the organic produce and flowers from the Student Organic Farm on the St. Paul Campus.
4000. (ALSO HONORS) INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCES IN HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE. (3 Cr; Prereq Hort 1001 or instructor consent). Fulfills International Perspectives Theme. Spring Semester. Instructor: Meyer. Perspectives in horticultural science and cultural diversity through various international settings. Focuses on different aspects, depending on interests/expertise of lead faculty. First part of course is preparation for an international study tour of one to three weeks, usually during May Session. Also offered as Honors, Hort 4000H.
4015. ADVANCED WOODY AND HERBACEOUS PLANT TOPICS. (1 Cr; Prereq Hort 1015 or instructor consent). Various Terms. Instuctors: Galatowitsch, Hokanson, Anderson, Watkins, Meyer. This course expands on basic identification skills and knowledge of use covered in Hort 1015, focusing on one group of plants. Students are introduced to many species and cultivars and receive detailed information on culture and use. This course may be taken multiple times since the content varies.
4061W. TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT. (3 Cr; Prereq Hort 1001, or instructor consent). Fall Semester. (Writing Intensive) Instructor: Watkins. Biology of turfgrasses and ecology of landscape system, general turfgrass installation, management and culture of turfgrasses and landscape plant communities. Includes seed production, industrial grounds, athletic fields, park and recreation areas and general lawn.
4062. TURFGRASS WEED AND DISEASE SCIENCE. (3 Cr; Prereq Hort 4061, PlPa 2001 or instructor consent). Fall Semester odd years. Instructor: Watkins. This course will familiarize students with turfgrass weed and disease problems and provide them with the knowledge necessary to deal with these problems using an integrated approach. Biology, identifying features, and management strategies for several turfgrass disease/weeds. How to apply IPM principles to turfgrass weed/disease problems.
4063. TURFGRASS SCIENCE. (3 Cr; Prereq Hort 4061 or instructor consent). Spring Semester. Instructor: Watkins. Description: For advanced students in turf with career objectives in professional turf management. Emphasis on the ecology, physiology, and theory of turf population dynamics and specialized management situations such as golf course, commercial sod production, and fine turf athletic settings.
4071W. APPLICATIONS OF BIOTECHNOLOGY TO PLANT IMPROVEMENT. (4 Cr; Prereq-Chem 1011, Biol 1009 or equiv and instructor consent). Fulfills CLE requirements: Citizen & Public Ethics; Writing Intensive. Fall Semester. Instructor: Smith. Description: Fundamentals of plant molecular biology and biotechnology with emphasis on their applications to plant propagation, crop improvement. Laboratories include hands on experience in plant tissue culture, gel electrophoresis, and other common laboratory techniques of plant molecular biology.
4072. GROWING PLANTS ORGANICALLY: WHAT IT MEANS TO BE GREEN. (3 Cr; Prereq Hort 1001 or Biol 1001 or 1009, jr or sr or consent of instructor). Fall Semester. Instructor: Markhart. Description: The science and ethics of organic cultivation. Students learn what is meant by “green” from a legal, scientific, and ethical perspective. Students explore original literature on an organic practice, prepare a written report, and lead a class discussion.
4096. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE PROGRAM: INTERNSHIP. (1 Cr; may be repeated once for a total of 2 credits. Prereq CFANS undergrad; S/N only). All Terms. Description: Professional experience in horticulture firms or government agencies achieved by supervised practical experience; evaluate reports and consultations with faculty advisors and employers. Pick up Learning Agreement from Evonne Kuyper before registration (kuype001@umn.edu or call 612-624-4242)
4141W. NURSERY MANAGEMENT. (4 Cr). Prereq Hort 1001, Hort 1015 or instructor consent. Fall Semester. Instructor: Gillman. (Writing Intensive) Description: Development of specific crop schedules, using current technical and economic data for efficient production. Development of total nursery enterprise designed for workable and profitable business establishment. Pest management and governmental regulations concerning the nursery industry. Container growing operations and marketing of all products. Specific topic research and nursery operation development by the student. Lab includes field trips and greenhouse and field training in nursery operations. Field trips required.
4401. PLANT GENETICS AND BREEDING. (4 Cr; Prereq Biol 1009 or equiv; grad, or instructor consent). Spring Semester. Instructor: Orf, Thill. Description: Principles of plant genetics, genetic and environmental variation. Applications of genetics to crop evolution and breeding of self-pollinated, cross-pollinated, and asexually propagated agronomic and horticultural crops. Lab experiments will investigate hybridization, variation, and selection in horticultural and agronomic crops and other plants.
4461. HORTICULTURAL MARKETING. (3 Cr; Prereq Apec 1101 or Econ 1101) Fall Semester. Instructor: Chengyan Yue. Description: This course examines several major areas in horticultural marketing. First, we analyze the functions performed by the marketing system from an economic point of view. Second, in order to understand the economic performance of the marketing system, we will analyze the behavior of marketing firms (farms, food processors, garden centers) on the different markets. Finally, current issues and trends in markets for horticultural inputs and products are explored.
5007. ADVANCED PLANT PROPAGATION. (3 Cr; Prereq Hort 1001). Spring Semester. Instructor: Cohen. Spring Semester of Even Years. Description: Control of growth and development, as related to sexual and asexual reproduction of plants, including the effects of environment, plant growth substances and protocols on dormancy, origin and development of adventitious structures, and success with specialized propagation techniques.
5009. PESTICDES IN HORTICULTURE: THEIR USE AND ABUSE. (4 Cr; Prereq Ent 4251 or Ent 4015, PlPa 2001 or instructor consent). Spring Semester of even years. Instructor: Gillman, Herzfeld, Krischik, Dill-Macky. Description: The basics of pesticide use in horticultural crops. History will be used as an introduction to why we use pesticides, how these pesticides were developed, and how pesticides are used today. Special attention will be given to pesticides used in organic production and their place in pest control regimes as well as to effects of pesticides beyond the intended effect. Current economically important pesticides will be discussed in depth and labs will teach practical and safe application of pesticides.
5018. LANDSCAPE OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT. (3 Cr; Prereq Hort 1001, or instructor consent). Fall Semester. Description: Students will expand their knowledge of the business, managerial and technical aspects of landscape management associated with environmental horticulture and the Green Industry. Demonstration/hands-on experiences associated with science and technically-based landscape maintenance and operations. Students will develop an understanding of the specific tasks associated with maintaining turf, woody and herbaceous plants in the landscape, and the relationship of these tasks to the preparation and justification of labor, equipment and supply budgets.
5023. PUBLIC GARDEN MANAGEMENT. (2 Cr; Prereq – Exclude Fr or Soph, instructor consent; qualified students may register for graduate credit at the University of Minnesota). Spring Semester. Instructor: Olin. Description: There are a growing number of public gardens around the world. Cities, counties, and states are developing arboreta and botanical gardens and private gardens are being donated to public service at an increasing pace. This has produced a demand for people skilled in the management of such gardens. This class will provide an overview of the knowledge and skills necessary for an individual looking toward a career in public garden management. Topics covered will include physical and programming planning, research, educational programs, plant conservation and curation, public relations, personnel administration, garden management and business operations.
5031. ORGANIC VITICULTURE AND FRUIT PRODUCTION. (3 Cr; Prereq Hort 1001, 3005 or instructor consent). Fall Semester of odd years. Instructor: Hoover, Luby. Description: Principles of fruit production emphasizing temperate fruit crops. Integrated management of fruit cropping systems, including site selection, cultural management practices, taxonomic classification, physiological and environmental control of plant development. Integration of writing into understanding various fruit cropping systems.
5032. ORGANIC VEGETABLE PRODUCTION. (3 Cr; Prereq Hort 3005; Ent 3005, PlPa 2001, Soils 2125, or instructor consent). Spring Semester of odd years. Instructor: Thill. Principles of commercial vegetable production. Emphasis on integrated management of vegetable cropping systems, including site selection and environment, seed and stand establishment, cultural management practices, commodity use, and handling from harvest to market. Perspective on types of vegetable cultivars, origin, historical significance and improvement through breeding nutrition and medicinal aspects, and physiological and environmental control of development.
5051. FLORICULTURE CROP PRODUCTION. (4 Cr; Hort 1001, 1015, 3002 or instructor consent). Spring Semester. Instructor: Anderson. Description: Emphasizes problem-solving and management practices important in the propagation, production, and utilization of floral crops with an emphasis on bedding plants, perennials, and cut flowers. How to grow, market, and utilize herbaceous plants to modify the environment. The scientific basis for cultural practices will be discussed and students will understand the concepts behind manipulation of environmental factors to achieve desired plant growth and quality. Function, culture, and use of herbaceous plants in the landscape will also be covered in relation to how this information can be conveyed to various clientele groups.
5052. SPECIALTY GREENHOUSE CROP PRODUCTION. (3 Cr; Hort 1001, 1015, 3002W or instructor consent). Fall Semester even years. Instructor: Erwin. Description: Production of outdoor and indoor cut flowers. Topics covered: soil modification, seed germination and transplanting, scheduling , weed control, fertilization, irrigation, environment management, hydroponics, and integrated pest management, post-harvest, drying and dying procedures. Consumer surveys at the Twin Cities Farmers Market will be conducted.
5071. RESTORATION AND RECLAMATION ECOLOGY. (3 Cr; Prereq one college course in ecology and one class in plant science or botany, or instructor consent). Fall Semester. (Fulfills CLE: Designated Theme: Environment) Instructor: Galatowitsch. Description: Ecological and physiological concepts as a basis for the revegetation of grasslands, wetlands, forests, and other landscapes. Plant selection, stand establishment, evaluating revegetation success. State and federal programs that administer restoration and reclamation programs. Field trips in several areas of Minnesota.
5090. DIRECTED STUDIES. (1-6 Cr; Prereq - 8cr upper div Hort courses). All Terms. Description: Opportunities for in-depth exploration of concepts, technology, materials, or programs in specific areas to expand professional competency and self-confidence. Planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating knowledge obtained from formal education and experience.
5131. STUDENT ORGANIC FARM PLANNING, GROWING, AND MARKETING. (3 Cr; Prereq Hort 1001, Agro 1101, 1103, Biol 1009 or consent of instructor). Spring Semester. Instructor: Markhart, Porter. Description: This course plans and implements cropping and marketing strategies for the organic produce and flowers from the Student Organic Farm on the St. Paul Campus. Contact Markhart for information on grad credit requirements. |
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