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LHO 117
(3)
S
Spring Plant Identification
Identify and properly use broadleaf evergreen and deciduous woody plants adapted
to Pacific Northwest landscapes.
LHO 118
(1)
S
WSNLA Certification Review
Prepare for the Washington State Nursery
and Landscape Association certification
exam with a guided review. Prereq: LHO 115,
116, 117 and 150, or permission.
LHO 119
(3)
S
Native Plants for Northwest Landscapes
Explore the successful use of native plants in
landscapes: plant identification and culture,
native plants in urban landscapes, native
plant revegetation and plant ecology.
LHO 120
(3)
S
Herbaceous Plant Identification
Identify and properly use plants adapted to
and utilized for annual perennial plantings
in the Pacific Northwest. Field trips to estab
lished gardens. Recommended: LHO 150.
LHO 121
(4)
S
Landscape Design I
Intro to drafting skills and working knowledge in residential landscape design.
Includes drafting techniques, lettering, line
work, graphics, scale work, developing a plot
plan, orthographic and isometric drawings,
and creating a residential planting plan.
LHO 125
(4)
S
Landscape Design II
Covers principles of art and their application in the plan, including composition to
create a sense of unity between all things
observed. Emphasis on spatial understanding, aesthetic and functional use of plants
and trees, and the historical background
of the landscape arch. Includes study of
the complete design program from client
interview to final working drawings. Prereq:
LHO 121.
LHO 135
(3)
S
Intro to Drainage Irrigation Systems
Study basic principles of hydraulics, drainage and irrigation systems, irrigation fixtures
and apparatus.
LHO 137
(3)
S
Landscape Management
For designers, contractors, and maintenance
personnel who must understand landscape
management operations. Covers turf management, hand tool and small equipment
operation, maintenance practices, safety,
environmental issues, and the impact of
design on maintenance requirements.
LHO 140
(3)
S
Intro to Arboriculture
Intro to the current science and practice
of managing trees in urban landscapes.
Prepares students for the ISA Certified
Arborists Examination.
LHO 150
(2)
S
Horticulture Science I
Discover the basic principles of plant
anatomy, physiology, adaptations, control
of growth and development, plant-soil-water
relations and ecological considerations. Two
quarters.
LHO 151
(2)
S
Horticulture Science II
Exploration and discussion of plant-soil-water relations, metabolism, control of growth
and development, plant adaptations, ecology
and environmental considerations. Emphasizes group research project involving an
environmental topic related to horticulture
industry. Prereq: LHO 150.
LHO 152
(3)
S
Soils
In-depth study of soil properties, management and conservation. Emphasis on plantsoil relationship, evaluation of urban soils,
and use of appropriate soil amendments.
Includes overview of inorganic and organic
fertilizers.
LHO 155
(3)
S
Pruning
Covers the art and science of pruning in
theory and practice. Develop skill at pruning
broadleaf trees and shrubs, conifers, fruit
trees, vines and roses.
LHO 160
(2)
S
Garden Renovations
Practical instruction in the renovation
process by renovating an existing garden.
Includes site assessment, developing a
timeline, removal and handling of materials,
sourcing new plant material, installation and
final evaluation of the process.
LHO 161
(1)
S
Equipment Troubleshooting
Reliable equipment saves time and money!
Practice preventative maintenance and basic repair on power equipment used in the
landscape horticulture industry.
LHO 162
(2)
S
Irrigation Troubleshooting and Repair
Develop problem-solving skills to make adjustments and emergency repairs to existing
irrigation systems in the landscape.
LHO 163
(2)
S
Landscape Construction Equipment
Experience safe handling and operation of
heavy equipment used in the landscape
industry. Intro to riding lawn mowers, skid
steer loaders and wheel loaders. Steel-toed
boots required. Hardhats provided.
LHO 164
(2)
S
Water Features
Design, install, and maintain ponds, fountains, and waterfalls for the residential
landscape. Learn how to solve problems
and create an aquatic focal point for the
landscape.
LHO 165
(1)
S
Measuring a Landscape Site
Review or learn how to measure a landscape
site and convert your measurements into a
base map. For landscape professionals and
homeowners.
LHO 166
(1)
S
Color Theory
Learn the basic vocabulary of color to enhance garden design. Develop skills in plant
combinations and aesthetics focusing on
color theory. Create planting combinations
by using color theory information presented.
Prereq: LHO 121, 125 or permission.
FINDING COURSES
Course names and course
prefixes are cross-referenced
in an index beginning on
page 329. For example:
PREFIX TO NAME
HIN . . . . . . . . . Watch Technology
NAME TO PREFIX
Watch Technology . . . . . . . . . HIN
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