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HORT 103 - Horticulture Tools and Equipment



2.5 Credits
Identification, selection, maintenance and safe use of tools and equipment common to the landscape and nursery industries. Safety issues such as hearing, skin and eye protection, lifting-warm-up exercises, and fuel transportation are included.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Define and describe the appropriate hand tools, equipment and protective apparel used in the horticulture industry. [REASON]
  2. Describe and define the periodic maintenance, basic tune-up, transport and storage procedures for horticulture tools, equipment and small engines. [REASON]
  3. Describe proper safety procedures for loading and utilizing common horticulture tools and equipment. [COMMUNICATE]



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