Introduction to Horticultural Science is the only course of its kind to appropriately cover this subject matter in sufficient detail to be used as a college textbook for a horticultural science class. It provides an excellent survey of all aspects of this area and presents cutting edge research at a level which is understandable to the undergraduate population. This course introduces students to fundamental concepts including an introduction to the green plant; the origin and domestication of plants; the horticulture industry; and the fundamental steps leading to success in a horticulture career. The relationship between horticulture and the environment is discussed in addition to the classification of plants and plant anatomy. Also included is information on plant propagation; media, nutrients and fertilizers; plants and the environment; plant growth regulators; post harvest physiology and pest management; and it concludes with a comprehensive discussion of greenhouse structures; nursery site selection; development and facilities; producing nursery crops; and floral design.
Benefits
- Provides students with a full appreciation of the wonderful world of horticultural science
- An excellent survey of all aspects of horticultural science
- Presents cutting edge research at a level understandable to undergraduate students
Enrol today and increase your potential....... What skills are needed to enrol onto this course? This course is aimed at experienced horticulturists or undergraduate students. How long will this course take to complete? Completion time will vary dependant on effort & previous experience. Overall hours Approx 150. Is their a time limit for completion? Absolutely not.! Take as long as necessary. Every student is different. What exactly is included in the cost of my course? You will receive your official course manual with enclosed assignments. A stationery pack is also provided including paper, envelopes, pen & pencil. Every student will also receive unlimited email support Monday-Friday (11am- 9pm). Do i need any additional materials? No. All materials are provided. Do i have to sit an exam? No. Certification is issued based on course work alone. If you complete all the coursework to the required standard you will be awarded the UK Open College Introductory Certificate in Horticultural Science. Are their any additional costs? No. the price you see is the price you pay. What is the course syllabus? Chapter 1: The Green Plant, What an Organism!
Chapter 2: Origin and Domestication of Plants
Chapter 3: The Horticulture Industry: An Important Part of Agriculture
Chapter 4: Fundamental Steps Leading to Success in a Horticulture Career
Chapter 5: The Relationship between Horticulture and the Environment
Chapter 6: Classification of Plants and Plant Anatomy
Chapter 7: Plant Propagation
Chapter 8: Media, Nutrients and Fertilizers
Chapter 9: Plants and Environment
Chapter 10: Plant Growth Regulators
Chapter 11: Post Harvest Physiology
Chapter 12: Pest Management
Chapter 13: Plant Biotechnology and Genetically Modified Organisms: An Overview
Chapter 14: Greenhouse Structures
Chapter 15: Growing Crops in the Greenhouse
Chapter 16: Nursery Site Selection, Development and Facilities
Chapter 17: Producing Nursery Crops
Chapter 18: Floral Design
What are the career opportunities and salary potential when working in this field? When giving our students careers advice, we like to leave it to the experts. Visit www.s1jobs.com and see for yourself. You will find thousands of national employment opportunities at your fingertips, giving you relevant and up to date information. By visiting them you will get the real facts. Can you send me this info in the post? Unfortunately not, we list all our course details online including fees, duration and syllabus. By doing this we are able to keep our fees to a minimum. Please contact us if you have further questions. Can I pay the course fees in instalments? Yes no problem at all. Take a look at the payment method page in the top right hand corner for further details. Payment plans can only be arranged by calling FREE on 0800 0131030. All payment plans incur a £15.00 admin charge. What if I receive my course and it’s not suitable? We offer a seven day money back guarantee on this course. If for any reason you are not happy please return it to our office within seven days of receipt and we will refund your money. Please be aware all courses require a signature upon receipt. The seven day period starts from the date it is signed for. No refunds are given after seven days whatever the circumstances. Money back guarantee excludes postage costs. It is also the student’s responsibility to cover return postage costs. All returns must be sent recorded delivery to our trading address shown on the contact us page. How do i get my work marked? Every student is issued with FREEPOST envelopes for student support. You can then forward your work to the college. Once we receive it we will produce a report and issue a grade relating to that particular assignment. This is then returned to you. All coursework can be submitted to correct any errors made. |
