Program Overview
The Associate of Science in Environmental Horticulture program equips students with the knowledge and skills to design, construct, and maintain landscapes, manage nursery practices, and care for large turf areas. Graduates can pursue careers in landscape management, pest control, sales of horticultural supplies, irrigation equipment, and plant materials. The program includes required courses in horticulture, plant identification, landscape planning, construction, and irrigation systems, as well as transferable electives and general education requirements.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- The Associate of Science in Environmental Horticulture program provides education in the design, construction, and maintenance of landscapes, nursery practices, and the management of large turf areas.
- Career opportunities in Environmental Horticulture include landscape management and construction, pest control, sales of fertilizer and horticultural supplies, irrigation equipment supply and sales, and plant material sales.
Outline:
Required Courses (27 units)
- AGEH 001 Horticulture (3 units)
- AGEH 001L Horticulture Laboratory (1 unit)
- AGEH 005 Ornamental Plant Identification (3 units)
- AGEH 009 Landscape Planning & Design (3 units)
- AGEH 016 Arboriculture (2 units)
- AGEH 020 Landscape Construction (2 units)
- AGEH 046 Landscape Irrigation Systems (2 units)
- AGEH 046L Landscape Irrigation Systems Lab (1 unit)
- AGPS 001 Soils & Plant Nutrition (4 units)
- AGPS 002 Entomology - General & Applied (4 units)
- AGBU 059A Leadership (1 unit)
- AGBU 059B Careers (1 unit)
Transferable Electives (with Advisor approval) (13 units)
Careers:
- Career opportunities in Environmental Horticulture include landscape management and construction, pest control, sales of fertilizer and horticultural supplies, irrigation equipment supply and sales, and plant material sales.
College of the Desert
Overview:
College of the Desert (COD) is a community college located in Palm Desert, California. It serves the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas, offering a wide range of academic programs and student services.
Services Offered:
COD provides a comprehensive set of services for its students, including:
Admissions:
Assisting students with the application process and providing guidance on eligibility requirements.Financial Aid:
Offering various financial aid options to help students afford their education.Library:
Providing access to a vast collection of resources, including books, journals, and online databases.Student Services:
Offering support services such as counseling, tutoring, career services, and disability support.Academic Programs:
Providing a diverse selection of academic programs leading to associate degrees, certificates, and transfer options to four-year universities.Other:
COD has multiple off-campus locations throughout the Coachella Valley, including Coachella, Desert Hot Springs, Indio, Mecca/Thermal, Palm Springs, and other West Valley locations. The college also has a strong focus on community engagement and offers various programs and services to support the local community.
