Landscape Technology Diploma

Career Description
Landscape technology graduates find careers in a variety of positions related to landscape design, landscape construction, landscape installation, golf course maintenance, and nursery production. The demand for qualified individuals with good skills and work habits is very high. People who enjoy creating beautiful surroundings, working outside, and improving the environment will benefit from the Landscape Technology Program

Program Information
This two–year Landscape Technology Diploma Program provides students with a broad knowledge of the landscaping profession through real life situations in a practical, hands-on atmosphere. The courses are designed to provide knowledge for all phases of a landscape project. This knowledge includes in-depth information about the plants and products used in the landscaping industry, proper landscape design principles, up-to-date installation and construction practices, and procedures for estimating and bidding landscape projects.

Program Learning Outcomes
Graduate will be able to:
1. Identify and practice safe use of tools, equipment and supplies used in horticulture careers
2. Identify regional and Minnesota plants by common name, genus and species
3. Propagate, grow, and maintain plants in horticultural production systems
4. Identify and prescribe sustainable options in horticulture which benefit the environment while maintaining productivity and economic viability
5. Design, construct and install landscape projects which include plants, patios, retaining walls and ponds
6. Apply effective communication and interpersonal skills with co-workers, supervisors, suppliers and customers

Admissions
The Landscape Technology Program is offered as a full-time day program. Because of the sequencing of courses, it is best to begin this program Fall semester.

Transfer Opportunities
Many horticulture courses can be transferred to a variety of four-year colleges and universities. Because each college has its own requirements, always check with an advisor or counselor about transferability of specific courses to other colleges.

Career Titles
Some common career titles for people in this field are landscape designer, landscape salesperson, landscape installation foreman, landscape business owner/manager, lawn maintenance business owner/manager, ornamental plant pest control, irrigation/sprinkler installation, nursery/garden center sales, wholesale nursery sales and nursery supply sales.

Employment Opportunities
Job opportunities include landscape design, construction, and installation, garden center sales and positions in the greenhouse and nursery industry.

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