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May 20, 2024
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HORT 110 - Pest Management Principles and Chemical Safety
2.0 Credits
Introduction to the basic tenets of pest management, pesticide safety, and proper use of equipment. State license testing is required at an additional cost dependent upon type of test. Prerequisite
Placement in BRDGE 093 or EAP 121 or higher and MATH 087 or higher. Corequisite
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- List and describe the basic tenets of pest management.
- List and describe the principal components of a sustainable pest management program including strategies for pest suppression.
- Describe the principal types of pesticides and their general uses based on formulation, concentration, and sustainability.
- Accurately interpret pesticide labels and safety requirements.
- Calculate site area, formulation volumes, and equipment calibrations based on directions for pesticide use.
- Pass the Washington State Department of Agriculture pesticide applicators exam.
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