Turf Management, AAS

This technical degree prepares the student with the practical knowledge and experience necessary to join the turf maintenance industry in a number of entry-level or mid-level positions, and to obtain the technical advantage with which the individual may move quickly to mid-management positions within the industry.

Degree Outcomes:

• Operate and maintain a variety of mower units, top dressers, aerification units, trimmers, and miscellaneous turf equipment.
• Calibrate a variety of sprayers.
• Demonstrate proper watering techniques and the ability to assess plant water use.
• Knowledge of the nutritional needs of plants, fertilizer selection, and use.
• Perform various functions related to the care and maintenance of golf courses, including material and equipment selection.
• Demonstrate knowledge of turf grass cultivars and seed selection.
• Demonstrate knowledge of construction methods used for decks, patios and walkways.
• Demonstrate knowledge of tree pruning and tree removal principles and the ability to prune.
• Demonstrate knowledge of safety and first aid of pesticides and proper pesticide handling.

Transferability: The AAS Degree is designed for students planning to enter their chosen career upon graduation. Often only selected credits are considered transferable to public or private baccalaureate institutions.