Passaic County Technical Institute Curriculum of Instruction Landscape Design/Horticulture III Grade 11 June 2011 Prepared by Michael Di Patria
I. COURSE DESCRIPTION Landscape Design/Horticulture III is a one-year course, which builds on the basic skills and knowledge gained in Landscape Design/Horticulture I and II. This will be accomplished through review along with classroom and greenhouse activities. Units of study will include but not be limited to: Landscape Design, Using Plants in the Landscape, Interior Plantscape, Lawn equipment and maintenance. Students will also study Integrated Pest Management, Plant propagation, warm and cool season grasses and various types of Irrigation systems. Students in Landscape III will be expected to do basic mathematics; read and interpret garden catalogs; research, analyze and organize information by requiring the use of word processing, power point and the internet to complete assignments. The entrepreneurial skills and business interest of the students will be developed through group and individual activities including class presentations and simulated landscape situations. FFA activities will support classroom material. Time Frame : 1 year Suggested Grade Level : Grade 11 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Landscape Design/Horticulture II II. OBJECTIVES Upon completion of Landscape Design/Horticulture II, the student will be able to: A. Demonstrate plant propagation by budding, layering and bulbs B. Explain cultural requirements, planning techniques, care and use of evergreens C. Describe proper use of deciduous trees and shrubs D. Discuss the difference between selective and nonselective herbicides E. List three types of turf grass and distinguish between warm and cool season grass F. Explain principles and maintenance practices necessary to maintain the landscape G. Describe various types of Irrigation systems H. Explain the importance of labeling, displaying and advertising greenhouse grown plants I. Explain Outdoor Room concept enclosure and surface material J Grow and maintain greenhouse plants for re-sale COURSE OUTLINE Plant Propagation A. Describe the process and conditions to propagate by Budding B. Explain specialized plant structures used in propagation by layering C. Describe procedure and timing for Bulb propagation
Using Plants in the Landscape A. Explain the ways evergreens are used in the landscape B. Describe soil and fertilizer requirements of evergreens C. Explain various functions of deciduous trees and shrubs in the landscape D. Discuss types of turf grass for use in the landscape E. Describe various groundcovers used for surface material Integrated Pest Management A. Identify five major categories of pest B. Explain best management practices to work for the environment C. Describe the difference between selective and nonselective herbicides D. Discuss alternate pest control techniques E. Demonstrate safe practices in selecting, applying and storing chemicals Lawn and Turf Grass A. Explain reasons in establishing and maintaining a lawn B. Describe the ways turf grass can be established C. Explain the difference between Warm and Cool Season Grasses D. Describe turf grass functions and quality E. Explain how to select turf grass by understanding the label contents F. Identify three cool season grasses G. Identify three warm season grasses H. List steps in good seed bed preparation I. Demonstrate the proper steps in seeding a lawn Landscape Maintenance A. Explain types of equipment used in landscape maintenance B. Describe the factors of good lawn maintenance C. Explain watering practices for landscape plants D. List reasons for pruning landscape plants E. Identify and properly use pruning tools F. Describe how to prune trees, deciduous and evergreen shrubs G. Explain the use of mulch in the landscape Landscape Design A. Explain and demonstrate Site and Needs analysis in the design process B. Identify indoor and outdoor use areas C. Explain the features of the outdoor room concept D. Describe five types of materials used for constructed landscape enclosures E. Explain natural and constructed surface material for a specific area F. Discuss the opportunities in Interior landscapes G. Explain the major concerns in caring for interior plants
Landscape/Horticulture Business A. Describe the five functions of management B. Explain the importance of proper plant care in retail C. Describe the use of labeling, displaying and advertising to market plant material Lawn Maintenance Equipment (power) A. Describe safety precautions for operating basic lawn maintenance equipment B. Identify basic landscape maintenance equipment C. Explain and demonstrate the proper procedure in using a Backpack blower D. Explain and demonstrate the proper procedure in using a string trimmer E. Describe the four types of mowers F. Explain and demonstrate the proper procedure in using a 36 commercial mower G. Explain the importance of maintaining landscape equipment Greenhouse A. Describe ways to determine soil moisture level B. Explain a plant s drought stress symptoms C. Discuss best times of day to water plants D. List the major kinds of irrigation systems available E. Propagate various plants using Budding, Layering and Bulb methods Student Organizations and Internships in Horticulture III. A. Describe the purpose and nature of FFA B. Explain the benefits of being an active member of the FFA C. Evaluate and apply for FFA chapter D. EVALUATION, PROFICIENCIES and NJCCS A. Evaluation : Students to be evaluated using the following grading system: Tests 40% Quizzes 20% Projects 20% Notebooks/Homework 10% Class Participation 10% TOTAL 100%
B. Proficiencies: Students will be able to : A. Demonstrate plant propagation by budding, layering and bulbs B. Explain cultural requirements, planning techniques, care and use of evergreens C. Describe proper use of deciduous trees and shrubs D. Discuss the difference between selective and nonselective herbicides E. List three types of turf grass and distinguish between warm and cool season grass F. Explain principles and maintenance practices necessary to maintain the landscape G. Describe various types of Irrigation systems H. Explain the importance of labeling, displaying and advertising greenhouse grown plants I. Explain Outdoor Room concept enclosure and surface material J. Grow and maintain greenhouse plants for re-sale C. NJCCS The following CCS will be used throughout the course : Standard 9.1 21st-Century Life and Career Skills: All students will demonstrate the creative, critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills needed to function successfully as both global citizens and workers in diverse ethnic and organizational cultures. Standard 9.2 Personal Financial Literacy: All students will develop skills and strategies that promote personal and financial responsibility related to financial planning, savings, investment, and charitable giving in the global economy. Standard 9.3 Career Awareness, Exploration, and Preparation: All students will apply knowledge about and engage in the process of career awareness, exploration, and preparation in order to navigate the globally competitive work environment of the information age. Standard 9.4 Career and Technical Education: All students who complete a career and technical education program will acquire academic and technical skills for careers in emerging and established professions that lead to technical skill proficiency, credentials, certificates, licenses, and/or degrees.
IV. TEXTBOOKS and INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS Introduction to Horticulture, fourth edition - Charles B. Schroeder Pearson Education Inc., Boston, Ma, 2009 ISBN : 978-0-13-362631-5 Eddie Dean Seagle Lorie Felton John M. Ruter William T. Kelly Gerard Krewer Landscaping-Principles and Practices, 5th edition Jack E. Ingles Delmar Publishers, Albany, New York, 1997 ISBN : 0-8273-6735-X Landscape Design, Construction and Maintenance, third edition - Ronald Biondo Person Education Inc., Boston, Ma, 2009 Charles Schroder ISBN : 978-0-13-362638-4 V. INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES Various teaching methods are utilized in this course. In order to meet the individual needs of our students, differentiated instruction is utilized in every class. Meaningful instruction will use a variety of strategies, including but not limited to: readings and exercises from approved text(s) and related supplemental materials, hands-on practical projects, shop demonstrations by the teacher and students, cooperative group activities, teacher generated worksheets and exercises, field trips to flower shows, botanical gardens, and selected secondary schools will support classroom content. Teacher modeling of landscape situations will also be implemented. The use of specific audio-visual materials will be utilized in classroom instruction. Computer use will consist of research and project reports.
VI. SCOPE and SEQUENCE Skills to be Learned 9 10 11 12 Contracts/Contractors/Landscape Specification I ID D Greenhouse Operation I ID DR Horticulture Industry & the Environment I ID DR Hydroponics I I D Integrated Pest Management (IPM) I ID DR Interior Plantscape I ID D Irrigation Systems I ID D Landscape Maintenance I ID D Landscape Business Management I ID D Landscape Construction I ID D Landscape Design I ID D Landscape Enrichments I ID D Landscape/Horticulture Careers I ID DR Lawn Maintenance Equipment I ID DR Media, Nutrients and Fertilizers I ID D Non Power Tools I ID DR Outdoor Room Concept I ID DR Plant Classification, Function and Structure I ID DR Plant Growth Regulators I ID D Plant Propagation I ID DR Plant Selection and the use of Plants in the Landscape I ID D Pricing the Landscape I ID D Student Organizations I ID DR Turf Grass I ID D Xeriscaping I ID D KEY : INTRODUCE : I DEVELOP IN DEPTH : D REINFORCE : R
VII. PACING CHART Week Chapter Material Week 1-2 Chapter 27 Student Organizations and Internships in Horticulture Week 3 Chapter 27 Student Organizations and Internships in Horticulture Week 4-5 Section 7 Unit 28,29 Using Plants in the Landscape Broadleaf Evergreens, Deciduous Trees Week 6 Section 7 Unit 30 Using Plants in the Landscape Deciduous Shrubs Week 7-8 Section 7 Unit 31 Using Plants in the Landscape Ground Covers Chapter 12 Surface Materials Week 9-10 Chapter 3,4 Analyzing the Landscape Site Week 11 Chapter 11 Enclosure Materials Week 12-13 Chapter 24 Interior Plantscaping Explain purpose, nature and organization of the FFA. Org. for Landscape/Horticulture students. Role of Internships in student development. Evaluate and apply for FFA chapter Use of Broadleaf Evergreens in the Landscape-Texture, Color, Interest, Environmental Importance. Soil and Fertilizer requirements for Broadleaf Evergreens. Use of Deciduous shrubs in presenting an informal look to the Landscape and adding seasonal interest. Describe various types of Ground Covers used in the Landscape Natural and Manmade. Advantages and disadvantages. Decretive and functional uses. Explain Site and Needs Analysis in the design process. Identify Indoor and Outdoor use areas. Outdoor Room Concept Describe types of materials used for constructed Landscape Enclosures Opportunities in Interior Landscapes. Light and Interior Plantings, growing media, watering and drainage Week 14-16 Section 8 Unit 35,36,37 Reasons to establish and maintain a lawn. Ways turf grass can be established. Lawn Renovation Week 17 Winter Break Week 18 Chapter 19 Warm and Cool Season Grasses Chapter 20 Turfgrass Establishment and Care Warm/Cool season grasses, Turf function and quality, Seed selection by understanding label, Steps in seeding a new lawn
Week 19-20 Chapter 8 Pest Management Week 21-22 Chapter 9 Horticulture Business Management Week 23-24 Section 3 Unit 10,11,12 Plant Propagation Grafting/Budding/Layering Week 25-26 Chapter 11 Growing Crops in the Greenhouse Week 27-28 Chapter 26 Irrigation Systems Week 29-30 Chapter 18 Landscape Maintenance Week 31-32 Chapter 18 Landscape Maintenance Week 33 Chapter 24 Ground Maintenance Equipment Week 34-35 Chapter 24 Ground Maintenance Equipment Week 36 Chapter 24 Ground Maintenance Equipment Identify five major categories of Pest. Explain Best Management Practices. Difference between selective and nonselective Herbicides. Alternate Pest Control. Safety in selecting, applying and storing chemicals Describe the major functions of management. Importance of Plant care in Retail. Explain use of labeling, displaying and advertising to sell plant material Selection process and conditions to propagate by grafting, budding, layering. Plant structures used in propagation by layering. Procedure and timing for Bulb propagation Ways to determine soil moisture level. Explain a Plant s drought stress symptoms. Plant selection. Best times to water selected plant material List major kinds of Irrigation systems available. Layout basic drip system for PCTI vegetable garden Explain types of equipment used in landscape maintenance. Factors of good lawn maintenance. Use of mulch in the landscape Describe reasons for pruning landscape plants, Identify and properly use pruning tools on deciduous and evergreen shrubs Describe safety precautions for operating basic lawn maintenance equipment Explain and demonstrate proper procedure in using a Backpack Blower and String Trimmer Explain and demonstrate proper procedure in using a Commercial 36 Lawn Mower. Importance of maintaining and servicing equipment.
Landscape Design/Horticulture III Grade 11 Student Proficiencies COURSE DESCRIPTION Landscape Design/Horticulture III is a one-year course, which builds on the basic skills and knowledge gained in Landscape Design/Horticulture I and II. This will be accomplished through review along with classroom and greenhouse activities. Units of study will include but not be limited to: Landscape Design, Using Plants in the Landscape, Interior Plantscape, Xeriscaping, Lawn equipment and maintenance. Students will also study Integrated Pest Management, Plant propagation, warm and cool season grasses and various types of Irrigation systems. Students in Landscape III will be expected to do basic mathematics; read and interpret garden catalogs; research, analyze and organize information by requiring the use of word processing, power point and the internet to complete assignments. The entrepreneurial skills and business interest of the students will be developed through group and individual activities including class presentations and simulated landscape situations. FFA activities will support classroom material. Time Frame : 1 year Suggested Grade Level : Grade 11 Prerequisite: Successful completion of Landscape Design/Horticulture II OBJECTIVES Upon completion of Landscape Design/Horticulture III, the student will be able to: A. Demonstrate plant propagation by budding, layering and bulbs B. Explain cultural requirements, planning techniques, care and use of evergreens C. Describe proper use of deciduous trees and shrubs D. Discuss the difference between selective and nonselective herbicides E. List three types of turf grass and distinguish between warm and cool season grass F. Explain principles and maintenance practices necessary to maintain the landscape G. Describe various types of Irrigation systems H. Explain the importance of labeling, displaying and advertising greenhouse grown plants I. Explain Outdoor Room concept enclosure and surface material J Grow and maintain greenhouse plants for re-sale