KwantlenUNIVERSITY COLLEGE
1 Call to order 415
2 Confirmation of Agenda
3 Approval of Minutes of May 7 2008
4 Chairs Report
b1p For discus ion midsrr am program changes
IJ Adjournment
IS Next meeting Sept 10 2008 415 pm room G 2110
Distribution
Douglas BakerJackie Baron
Bruce BaileyPat Bennett
Roshan Cader
Dana Cserepes ChairRobert FlemingMeg GoodineJocelyn LymbumerShawn Erickson
Karen Metzger Recorder
NOTE Agenda only distributed to deans mailing list and to presenters
Degree and Program Assessment Committee DPACWed June 4 2008 415 pm
Room G 2110
AGENDA
Dana Cserepes
Joshua Mitchell
Maxine Mott
Wendy RoyalElaine Samwald
Takashi Sato Ex OfficioPanteli Tritchew
Tally WadeHeather Yuzik Student
FPP Ho icu ture Citations 430 Gary Jones
i veEddrt 7e1a ne CProgram Revision BB in Accoun mg 500 Gordon Fisher Pa 1ThT
Program revision fot in rmalton BBA AccountingBBA Entrepreneurial LeadershipBBA Human Resources Mana a lent 510 Panteli Tritchew
r dGa 2ta la 4 6cdip8 ArrogrrayProgram revision g A GDesign for Mar eting 520 Marge Damon R Cuff
9 Program revision AA In rio Design 535 ren neith Bh
KwantlenUNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Attendance Date
Degree Proposal Assessment Committee
NAME PRESENT ABSENT
IBaker Douglas
2 Baron Jackie R3 Bennett Pal
4 Cader Roshan
5 Cserepes Dana
6 Erickson Shawn
7 Fleming Rob or VP Academic rep
8 Lymburner Jocelyn
9 Mitchell Joshua ex officio Assoc Registrar
10 Bailey Bruce
I I Mott Maxine
12 Samwald Elaine
13 Royal Wendy
14 Sato Takashi ex officio EdCo Chair
15 Tritchew Panteli
16 Wade Tally k17 Yuzik Heather R
Guests
Meg Good i nee
4 14 A64 ethiiAid 02
Metzger Karen Recorder 44
KwantlenUNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Attendance Date
Degree Proposal Assessment Committee
Kwantlen Degree and Program Assessment CommitteeDPAC
Wed May 7 2008 100 pmD 142
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Present Bruce 13aileyPat Bennett
Jackie I3aron
Dana Cserepes ChairRobes FlemingJocelyn LymburnerKaren Metzger RecorderJosh Mitchell
MINUTES
Takashi Sato ex officioTally Wade
Regrets Douglas Baker Elaine Samwald
Shawn Erickson Wendy RoyalMaxine Mott
Panteli Tritchew
Heather Yuzik student
Guests Dana Goedbloed Tom McMath
Bob Hiltz Brian Carr
Geoff Dean Elaine Decker
Mark Hamilton Pa G
7Stephanie Howes 2
1 Call to order
Dana Cserepes called the meeting to order at 110 pm
She welcomed new members Pat Bennett and Roshan Cader who both attended for the first tine
2 Confirmation of Agenda
Moved by Josh Mitchell seconded by Pat Bennett to approve the agenda as presented
i110TION CARRIED
3 Approval of Minutes of April 2 2008
Moved by Jackie Baron seconded by Bruce Bailey to approve the minutes of the April 2 08 meetingas amended
MOTION CARRIED
4 ChairsReport
Deferred to the next meeting in the interest of time
5 Program revision Applied Science
Tom McMath explained that some prospective students planning to get an engineering degree choose not totake the Applied Science certificate at Kwantlen because the program name may be misleading andtherefore proposes to change the name to Certificate in Engineering
He also noted that it has become clear that APSC 1125 huroduction to Engineering a I5credit courseoffered over two semesters can effectively be replaced with APSC 1124 Introduction to Engineering a 1credit course delivered over one semester and that it will still meet UBC requirements UBC has expressedsuppon informally though the formal articulation must still be done
Degree and Proposal Assessment Committee DPACMinutes of Meeting May 7 2008Page 2
The department had discussed changing the course acronyms but found that the receiving universities use avariety of acronyms so the existing acronyms will be fine
Moved by Rob Fleming seconded by Jocelyn Lymburner to approve the program revision to theApplied Science certificate program as presented
AIOTION CARRIED
Implementation is planned for Sept 08
This will go forward to Education Council for approval
6 Revision BA CCJ
Elaine Decker presented the proposed revision to the BA Community Criminal Justice program whichconsists of lowering the CGPA from 3 to 2 For entry into third year of the program and which aligns it withthe BA Criminology Major requirements Die current requirement appears to be a technical barrier thatserves no valid purpose especially since bosh degree programs share some courses She noted that studentsin the BA Criminology Major program who entered 3 year with the CGPA of 2 generally raise theirCGPA in the 3 and 4 years
Bruce Bailey noted that statistics confirm that students who have found the right program generally performbetter than previously
The committee is interested in knowing how students with a CGPA of between 2 and 267 have fared in theBA Criminology Major program and recommends that the program track that information for severalyears
Moved by Joshilitchell seconded by Bruce Bailey to approve the program revision to the BA inCommunity Criminal Justice as presented
MOTION CARRIED
This will go forward to Education Council for approval
Implementation is planned for Sept 08
7 Program revision Applied Business Technology Certificate
Pam Galea explained that the current Applied Business Technology program legal assistant option iscurrently the only program offered for that reason and to make the program easier for students to identifythe department seeks to change the program name to Legal Administrative Studies certificate There is alsominor content change 487 125 Office Dt namics will be replaced by LGLA 1125 Legal Procedure andResearch
Moved by Jackie Baron seconded by Tally Wade to approve the revisions to the Applied BusinessTechnology program pending minor revisions program name changes to Legal AdministrativeStudies certificate
MOTION CARRIED
When Dana Cserepes has verified the revisions this will go fonvard to Education Council for review
Implementation is planned for September 2008
8 Program revision Graduate Nurse English Additional Language Certificate
Stephanie Howes presented a request to change the name of the Graduate Nurse English AdditionalLanguage certificate program to Graduate t arse internationally Educated certificate program The programwas revised for the January 2008 intake to exclude EASL courses as the College of Registered Nurses ofBC CRNBC had revised its guidelines foi referring students and now require prospective students tohave the English language upgrading completed to a specified level before taking the program Theproposed new program name better reflects the reality that some applicants are educated in English speakingcountries and only require nursing upgrading courses
Degree and Proposal Assessment Committee DPACMinutes of Meeting May 7 2008Page 3
Moved by Pat Bennett seconded by Roshan Cader to approve the program revision to the GradNurse English Additional Language certificate program as presented
MOTION CARRIED
For implementation September 2008
9 Program revision Bachelor of Applied Journalism
Mark Hamilton presented the proposed revision to the Bachelor ofApplied Journalism program Heexplained that it has become evident that a strong upper levels writing course is required To meet that needthe elective JRNL 4240 Social Issues Joumalism will become a required course content in several otherupperlevel courses will be rearranged to current industry standards and some content that no longer isrelevant will be dropped
Implementation is planned for Sept 2008 for students already in the program who have been consultedabout the proposed changes
Note for DPAC discuss in general terms how to deal with midstream program changes obligation to deliverprograrn students registered for
Moved by Pat Bennett seconded by Jocelyn Lymburner to approve the progratn revision to theBachelor of Applied Journalism as presented
MOTION CARRIED
This will go forward to Education Council for approval
10 Program revision CDMA
Deferred to next meeting as no one was available to answer questions in person Marge Damon wasavailable by phone but there was no phone in the meeting room
11 FPP Diploma in WeldingIechnology
Dana Goedbloed Bob Hiltz and Geoff Dean attended to present the full program proposal FPP for aDiploma in Welding Technology which was developed on the basis of the Trades Curriculum FrameworkFor Programs to Diplomalevel Credentias approved by Education Council in March 2005 TheFramework also complies with industry sector requirements
The proposed diploma meets provincial and national cenifrcation standards and includes Englishcommunication and business courses that will allow graduates to go on to higher credentials
The committee reviewed the proposal page by page and requested a few minor revisions It was alsosuggested that it would be helpful to provide advisory committee minutes from the time the program wasdeveloped The program was first offered in 2006 by special dispensation
There was discussion about whether the business courses could be replaced by other courses for studentswho may have other credentials and decide to pursue a welding education The proponents will take thatunder consideration
Moved by Tally Wade seconded by Rob Fleming to approve the full program proposal for a Diplomain Welding Technology program pending minor revisions
MOTION CARRIED
This will go forward to the Program Resource Review Committee re support courses from QualifyingStudies and the School of Business before going to Education Council
12 Next meeting June 4 08415 pm room G 2110
13 Adjournment Moved by Pat Bennett to adjourn the meeting at 225 pm
KwantlenUNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Proposal to Offer a Series of Horticulture Citations
Introduction
The School of Horticulture proposes to add 11 citations to the credentialscurrently offered These citations represent specialized subsets of courses thatare currently delivered as part of the Horticulture Technology Diplomaprogram In total this set of citations will meet the following goals
Provide a new entry point into the Diploma program so providing accessfor a new target audience c
Increase the efficiency of use of existing courses at no extra costOffer specialized credentials to practicing horticulturists andOffer programs of a length that can be reasonably completed by parttime students in one to two semesters
The selection of these citation programs has made on the basis ofExisting program strengthsRequests from potential studentsRequests from employers for credentialed professional development
The horticulture industry is currently facing a serious shortage of skilledpersonnel Some businesses have postponed expansion of their businessespartly because of this shortage Citation length programs allow new people togain a specialized skill set that can be used to gain appropriate employment inthe industry and as importantly permit students to readily ladder into adiploma or degree program in the future
Budget AssessmentThe School of Horticulture has experienced a softening of enrollment over thepast few years coincident with the significant upturn in the construction andnatural resource industries As a result we have unused capacity in manycourses and a high cost per student FTE By creating a new set of endpointsintermediate to a diploma we forsee the potential to recruit new students tothe program The number of new students attracted to the citation may berelatively modest at least for the duration of strong Provincial economicclimate and increased construction activity As a result this proposal requiresno additional course sections or any additional support staff costs Our currentoperating budget should also be sufficient to meet the increase in demand
created by the citations Longterm capital plans should also not be affected bythe anticipated increased enrollment
All current diploma programs are open registration programs so enrollmentand registration of students in the proposed citations should not add anyfurther costs to the admissions and registrar Adding new credentials willeventually add to the work of reviewing student transcripts for graduation
The most significant challenge potentially posed by this initiative would be ifhigh citation student demand started to impact diploma or degree studentsaccess to courses Were the citation programs that successful we would beasking for a priority registration system for full time diploma and degreestudents This priority status for full time students would allow us toeffectively recruit outside of commuting distance to Langley The School ofHorticulture already has a greater proportion of students from outside thetraditional Kwantlen catchment than other Kwantlen programs and thesestudents are important to us Students who enroll in full sets of classes aretypically full time attendees
Ongoing ViabilityThe ongoing viability of the citations is not a significant issue for thesecredentials nor are these credentials expected to diminish the viability or valueof the diploma programs Diploma programs are recognized as excellentcredentials by industry The diploma is the minimum requirement for amanagement career on golf courses or in the greenhouse sector Manymunicipalities have structured recent job vacancies to favor diplomagraduates The landscape diploma offers the full set of skills required to besuccessful as a small business owner Given the trend to increased regulatoryrequirements in the fields of horticulture we serve the diploma will carry morevalue over the next decade Given the low cost for implementation thecitations represent an effective way of immediately increasing our ability toattract students and our experience has shown that once a student has enjoyedsome success at Kwantlen they often opt to seek out the best credential fortheir goals ie go on to complete the diploma
Based on our previous experience with continuing education citations HRTAand with the horticulture technician certificate we believe that citation
offerings will be attracting new students to the program not diverting studentsfrom a diploma to a citation The students attracted to the earlier shortercredentials tend to be either too busy to commit to a diploma but areinterested in a credential or not confident enough in their own abilities tocommit to a full diploma program In both cases the conversion rate to adiploma from citation and certificate has been significant As studentsdiscovered they could be successful and as they achieved credentials theirinterest in completing diploma programs often grows
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SummaryThese citations are designed to support the horticulture industry meet thehorticultural interests of community members curious about horticulture andto help new immigrants with professional qualifications validate their foreigncredentials They are economically efficient in that we are using the citationsto help raise our FTE count without extra cost They also have the potential toidentify areas of high student interest which can then lead to a more efficientuse of section assignments and suggest areas for program development andfaculty upgrading
Gary JonesChair Production Horticulture and Program DeveloperThursday May 1 2008 L 3311 GaryJones@Kwantlenca
Name of Institution Kwantlen University College
Title of Program Horticulture Citations
Credential to be awarded to graduates Citation
Length of Program Minimum 2 semesters
KwantlenUNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Non Degree Program Proposal
Institutional Contact Gary JonesTitle Program Chair ProductionHorticulture
Phone 604 599 3311 Emall GaryJonesKwantlenca
Date 1 May 2008
A Executive Summary1 Al Summarize thepurpose oftheproposal
The School of Horticulture proposes to add 11 citations to the set of credentials currently offeredThese citations represent specialized subsets of courses that are currently part of our HorticultureTechnology program In total the set of citations will meet the following academic goals
Offering specialized credentials to practicing horticulturists andOffering programs of a length that can be reasonably completed by part time students In one totwo semesters
Furthermore the provision of a citation credential will likely help build capacity within existingdiploma courses and help secure the development of those advanced credentials
These citations are designed to support the horticulture industry meet the horticultural Interests ofcommunity members curious about horticulture and help new immigrants with professionalqualifications validate their foreign credentials They are economically efficient in that we are usingthe citations to help raise our FTE count without significant extra cost They also have the potential toidentify areas of high student Interest which can then lead to a more efficient use of sectionassignments and suggest areas for program development and faculty upgrading
Horticulturists provide society with the food we eat vegetables salads fruit and maintain the greenspaces that are essential to our recreational opportunities parks gardens school grounds golfcourses sports fields Performing these services to society in sustainable and healthy ways provideslongterm benefits to ourselves and future generations
In addition the courses offered in this program will provide significant opportunities for students to besuccessful in their personal lifelong learning within areas of sustainable horticulture
A2 Outline the key objectives and outcomes ofthe proposedprogram in one or two pages
Specific courses within each of the proposed citations are listed in Appendix A
Using a combination of classroom activities the School of Horticulture field labs field visits tocommercial industry partners students would Integrate technical knowledge and practical applicationStudents would broaden their perspectives within a global Industry and enrich their education
Graduates of one of the Horticulture Citations would be able to
Demonstrate an understanding of their chosen specific area of studyApply their knowledge in practical situations relevant to their specializationDescribe horticultural operations within the context of a specific sector of the IndustryCritically think through Issues facing the industry within the scope of one of the citationprogram areas
identify potential areas of employment within a given industry specializationDevelop essential skills relevant to the Job market specific to one area of horticulture
In addition if so desired students completing a Citation will be able to advance to complete theHorticulture Diploma programs at the School of Horticulture and so have opportunity to seamlesslyadvance further Into degree programs
These citation programs are designed to ladder with existing Diploma programs In the School ofHorticulture They utilize many existing courses and will increase the enrolment in those coursesUsing existing courses will reduce the initial set up costs associated with program development It willprovide additional entry points to the Diploma programs and it Is expected to encourage students tocontinue their studies to complete their Diplomas and some of those students will continue furtherinto existing BBA degrees and other fields of study
Program Rationale
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A3 Provide rationalefor the credential
The Diploma program at the School of Horticulture has been the capstone credential since the Schoolwas founded It Is a robust program based on the needs to industry and was developed with industryinput Traditionally students have enrolled full time and progressed through the required credentialsas a cohort typically completing the entire diploma within the two year timeframe
However there had been an increasing number of students wishing to take only some selected courseswithin a diploma program specialisation and to do so outside of the regular fulltime model Thesestudents have also registered their desire to have a formal qualification of some sort but have notbeen in a position to commit to the full diploma requirements They have indicated their ability tocommit to a shorter program that is more flexible with their personal circumstances and a citationwould suit this need
A review of the program offerings from other public post secondary institutions offering horticulturalprograms is attached at Appendix B This review was undertaken by Peter Chevrier DirectorKwantlen Marketing and Communications There is only one Institution offering a program similar tothe proposed Citation Malaspina University College offer two Certificate programs SustainableGreenhouse Management Sustainable Landscape Management These programs are 3 month 165credits and 5 month 195 credits respectively costing4000 and 54200 Both have only one intakeper year The proposed Kwantlen citations are of similar credit value but are more financiallyaccessible to students and offer more flexible intake times In addition the citations offer a much
Kwantlen University CollegeHon Degree Program Proposal
Horticulture Citations
Page 3more diverse range of program specialisation and ladder Into the Kwantlen diploma offerings FurtherMalaspina note on their website that their Technician offering 9 month ladders into the Kwantlendiploma so it would be attractive to students to undertake all of their education here at KwantlenMalaspina is located on Vancouver Island so is likely to attract students from a different geographicalarea than the target audience for the Kwantlen citations
Capilano College Camosun College and University College of the Fraser Valley offer Certificateprograms eg Horticulture Technician of 810 months duration These are full time 5 dayweekprograms The proposed Kwantlen citations will be less intensive with respect to time commitmentduring any one semester and therefore have potential to attract a different target audience to thoseprograms offered by these other institutions
One of the real strengths of the Kwantlen Horticulture offerings is the opportunity for students toladder through several qualifications Previously students have been able to undertake HRTAHorticulture Access C Continuing Education CE and HRTT one year Certificate program coursesand then transfer those credits into the diploma program Data provided by KwantlensDepartment ofInstitutional Analysis and Planning is included at Appendix C This shows that over the period 20022006 after which neither HRTA nor HRTT courses were offered 24 students used 61 HRTA andorHRTT courses making up a total of 111 credits to proceed to Diploma completion These HorticultureAccess HRTA and Certificate HRTT credits therefore represent 24 students seamlessly ladderingthrough an average of 61 credits each 61 being the minimum for Diploma completion ie 1464educational credits The HRTA and HRTT credits are currently not being offered and so there is apotentially significant unfulfilled demand that could be met by HORT citation offerings
As these citation proposals are built around already existing HORTHRTT courses this will help buildcapacity in those courses Indeed many of the courses are Included in multiple offerings of thesecitations for example
Core courses first year DiplomaHORT 1217 Intro to Pests is included in 7 citation proposalsHORT 1102 Botany is included in 7 citation proposalsHORT 1155 Intro to Plant Identification is included In 7 citation proposals
Other courses in Diploma programHORT 1110 Intro to Sustainable Horticulture is included in 4 of these new proposalsHORT 1230 Turf Management 1 is included in 4 of these new proposalsHORT 1271 Production Practices is included in 4 of these new proposalsHORT 1110 Pesticide Applicator Certificate is included in 4 of these new proposals
B Program DescriptionBl State the goals and objectives ofthe new program
The proposed citations are
Pest Management Production
Citation goalsEnable students to develop practical skills in identification of and sustainable control methods forgreenhouse and nursery pest and disease within the framework of the production horticultureindustry in BC
Pest Management Landscape
Citation goalsEnable students to develop practical skills in identification of and sustainable control methods forlandscape pest and disease within the framework of the landscape industry in BC
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Pest Management Turf
Citation goalsEnable students to develop practical skills in identification of and sustainable control methods forpest and disease organisms within the framework of the commercial turf management industry inBC
Production Facilities
Citation goalsProvide students with a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of buildingmaintaining repairing and using greenhouse facilities and equipment within the context of thecommercial production and nursery industry in BC
Horticultural Science
Citation goalsProvide students with a foundation in fundamental horticultural science disciplines as a basis forfurther study within all program specialities
Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture
Citation goalsStudents will be introduced to concepts of sustainable horticultural systems within the focus ofeither residential landscape setting or greenhouse crop production and apply the corehorticultural disciplines of plant identification soil science and botany
Arboriculture
Citation goalsStudents will apply core horticultural disciplines of botany plant identification and pestmanagement to the selection establishment and maintenance of trees
Foundation in Landscape Design
Citation goalsProvide students with exceptional plant identification skills and the ability to prepare landscapedesigns drafted using modem computer aided design programs
Residential and Commercial Lawn Care
Citation goalsProvide students with the essential skills to install and maintain lawn facilities within the context
of residential and commercial settings
Garden Centre operations
Citation goalsEquip students with essential core skills of plant Identification and pest management to secureemployment within a garden centre and be able to develop plant care and plant propagationskills
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Commercial Horticulture in BC
Citation goalsA program specifically designed for graduates of agronomy or field based horticulture or selectedagriculture programs to provide upgrading or new skill development In protected crop productionin BC
Since the objectives of each citation are different these are set out fully in Appendix D
B2 Identify the target student audiencesfor thisprogram
Our target students are of several demographics
Recent high school graduates They may have already started horticultural education throughhigh school programs
Those who are working In industry and wish to upgrade their qualifications for careeradvancement
Applicants with other horticulture credentials who seek specialised programs horticulturecertificate graduates or horticulture joumeypersons
Midcareer changers Students may enter the program having already been successful inanother career area eg the hospitality industry and who are exploring horticulture as apotential second career
Existing producersbusiness operators Such students may be seeking some qualification forpersonal satisfaction or because they wish to continue their personal lifelong teamingopportunities
This program is open to all students who meet the University entrance requirements Life and previouswork experience are seen as advantageous for students applying to this Held of work A variety ofstudents from recent high school graduates to those reentering the workforce or making a careerchange have been successful in the current Horticulture Diploma program
B3 State how the institution satisfied itselfthat there is not unnecessary duplicadon in thesystem
There is no similar credential being offered at other publicallyfunded postsecondary institutions in theProvince providing horticulture offerings These citations are unique and fit extremely well with theladdering opportunities provided by the School of Horticulture programs
For further Information refer back to section A3
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B4 Provide evidence oflabour market demand
One of the proposed citations Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture is used here as a model ofthe potential labour demand
National Occupational Analysis data was accessed May 2007 at http wwwworkfuturesbcca Allthe data Indicates continued job growth and the potential for career development
Information specific to size of the organic food production industry Is included at Appendix E ThisIndicates significant growth opportunities for employment
A survey was undertaken in Spring 2006 to gauge the demand for this kind of qualification Thosesurveyed included growers industry association representatives educators alumni potential studentsFeedback in this is presented in Appendix 1
In his report to HortEducation BC Zbeetnoff outlines those jobs that are in most immediate needwithin the nursery and production sector of the industry These include
Job Categories Where Labour Needs are Most AcuteThe BC landscape and nursery industry employs a wide range of skills in positions ranging frompermanent fulltime to seasonal parttime In the nursery sector positions include supervisordepartment manager propagator grower assistant grower sales staff sales manager In the
landscape sector the following positions are reported landscape supervisor Landscape labourermaintenance supervisor maintenance labourer irrigation technician arborist and carpenter Inthe retail nursery sector positions include store manager assistant store manager departmentmanager sales associate in addition to some of the positions indicated for the other sectorsabove
Further the report statesSurvey data collected by BC Landscape 13 Nursery Association BCLNA and reported at the CanadianNursery Landscape Association CNLA summer meeting indicated that for landscapers and gardencentres access to qualified labour was their number one issue For growers access to qualifiedskilled and unskilled labour was their number two issue
From the same report A labour needs survey carried out by Landscape Nursery Trades Albertaindicated that thirty eight percent 38 of respondents reported having unfilled fulltime yearround skllled positions and nearly all 92 of these positions had remained vacant for more thanone month Landscape contractors also had difficulties with seasonal worker vacancies 70 ofrespondents were unable to fill all of their skilled seasonal worker positions 63 of respondents wereunable to fill all of their unskilled seasonal worker positions In a competitive job market and hoteconomy here in BC the same situation is now reflected locally
For turf programs the Western Canada Turfgrass Association WCTA maintains a jobs board and hasput up approximately 15 new postings per week over the period Jan May 2008 This representsapproximately 300 vacancies per year for semi skilled and junior management positions Source DavidDavidson Associate Dean School of Horticulture personal communication
The greenhouse vegetable sector has increased in size dramatically in the recent past from 250 ha in2005 to over 285 ha In 2007 Stats Canada data This is a high intensity industry and the increase inproduction area requires a similar increase in skilled supervisor manager workforce
The citations proposed here are designed specifically to provide successful students with the necessaryskills and qualifications to fill many of these rewarding career opportunities
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Horticulture Citations
Page 7With respect to the nursery industry and therefore many of the citation proposals included here areport prepared for HortEducatfon BC In 2007 statedThere Is a continuing shortage of skilled and unskilled workers in every sector of the economy inWestern Canada horticulture Included and the horticulture industry is competing for labour on anincreasingly uneven playing field In all sectors retail landscape and nursery
Furthermore page 7 of the same report statesLandscape flans state that their minimum qualification for various positions from foreperson throughto sales staff is some level of postsecondary horticulture education
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And on page 39 the authors report thatRecommendations from employers themselves include offering courses In smaller bitesizedmodules so that employees are not offsite for extended periods
A further example of the potential job market is the organic sector hence a specific citation forsustainable horticulture The number of certified organic farms In Canada has grown nearly 60 to3555 in 2006 And given that BC has only 13 of Canadaspopulation but represented 26 of allCanadian certified organic food sales there is clearly room for expansion At a recent conferencethe majority of the 200 delegates were below the age of 30 wanting to start or have just started theirown organic businesses and were looking for information training and networking opportunities
Clearly there is a labour demand with employers requiring some postsecondary horticulturalqualification The citations are designed specifically to provide that level of education
Zbeetnoff Agro Environmental consulting October 2006 Labour Recruitment and Retention Phase1 Baseline Study of Landscape Nursery labour issues gaps and research needs in BC page 4 section2 Accessed athttowwwhorteducationbccomlabourphaseipdfMay 2008
2NK Marketing and Communications October 2007 Labour Recruitment and Retention Phase 3Marketing communication Strategies page6 Accessed athtte wwwhorteducattonbccomlabour ohase3odf May 2008
Statistics Canada
Certified Organic Associations of BC Annual General Meeting Sidney BC March 1 2008 personalattendance
C Curriculum
CI Describe the skills knowledge or other attributes students will develop from theprogram
From each proposed citation students will
acquire technical knowledge appropriate to their chosen area of expertisecommunicate the major issues surrounding that specific area of the industrygive examples of technical innovations or challenges faring that industry sectorapply new technical knowledge to given scenarios in order to seek answers to challenges so
Posedinvestigate new concepts with respect to commercial application within a given horticultural
Held of studypredict likely outcomes of given situations through team projects and scenariosevaluate information based on technical feasibility and social desirabilitydevelop essential skills written and oral communication problem solving critical thinking
teamwork planning work ethic
C2 Describe the programcourse structure
Kwantlen University CollegeNon Degree Program Proposal
Horticulture Citations
PagetEach citation will consist of a number of HORT courses The courses will be of 05 30 credit value
each The courses will be offered during the two semesters of Fall or Spring and will generally beoffered during daytime andor evening time slots Some may be offered on Saturdays dependent onenrolment Students will be required to attend at least two semesters due to timetabling of thecourses This will help spread workload for students thereby assisting student chances of successfulcompletion of citation requirements
Courses will be of 15 week duration each and will be timetabled to allow several to be taken in thesame semester Courses that form pre requisites to others In any citation will be taken first Eachcourse will typically consist of both a lecture and a laboratory practical session Lectures are 2hours in length and will include some or all of the following delivery formats formal lecture groupwork brainstorming watching video presentations debates roleplay student presentationsinvestigative work and in class assignments Laboratory practical sessions can take place in atraditional lab setting horticultural field labs greenhouse turf area landscape area computersimulation settings or industry site visits and will be between 15 and 25 hours duration
Students enrolled in citation credentials will be in the same classes as Diploma students thereby savingresources and increasing percentage enrolment In those classes This will also Increase student learningopportunities by sharing experiences and knowledge with students from other backgrounds
C3 Identify theprovincial national andor international certifications and standards achievedin the new program ifapplicable
Not applicable
D Program Consultations and Evaluation
Dl List the otherprovincial post secondary institutions consulted about the proposedprogram
The proposal will be taken to the BC Horticulture Articulation Meeting June 2008
Provide a list and summary of the nature of all other consultations1 Library impact assessment An assessment for one of the proposed citations Sustainable
Horticulture Is Included at Appendix F This citation represents the likely most expensiveproposed program since the subject area is the most recent to be addressed Other citationsInclude little new material and utilise many existing courses so there will be little impact onlibrary resources
2 Marketing and Communications impact assessment An assessment with respect to marketing andcommunications Is attached at Appendix G
3 Other Internal consultations are listed at Appendix H4 Other external consultations for a sustainable production citation are listed at Appendix I
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D2 State whether or not theprogram meets theprogram eligibility requirements as outlined aswwwbcsapbcca
Kwantlen University College is an eligible school under the StudentAldBC program However studentsare required to enrol in a minimum of 9 credits per semester to be eligible for student aid loans andtherefore these proposed citations will be unlikely to meet StudentAldBC requirements
D3 Indicate whatpoliciesprocedures areplannedfor ensuring adequate depth and breadth ofongoing review and evaluation once theprogram has been implemented
Review and evaluation of the citation program will follow standard Kwantlen procedure of review everythree years by intemal School of Horticulture Curriculum Committee and Faculty course and programdevelopers
Course evaluation is already undertaken by Faculty delivering individual courses as part of the Diplomaprogram This will continue and students undertaking the citation programs will be able to provideconstructive criticism via this route
External review and evaluation will be undertaken by the Departmental Advisory committee made upof Industry representatives
D4 Indicate whether safety and other risk managementfactors have been addressed whereappropriate
All courses are currently offered via the diploma program Student enrolment will be into these sameclasses and capped at existing class numbers for safety Issues There will be no further safetyrequirements above those already to place for Diploma students In these classes
E Admissions and Transfer
El Indicate how the institution plans to ensure students ability to access theprogramthrough transfer
All applicants are expected to meet the general Kwantlen admission requirements of English 12 with aC
Some Horticulture program courses within the confines of the Horticulture program haveprerequisites that may be completed In high school These prerequisites are
Mathematics 11 Principles or Applications with a C or HORT 1094 Required for many HORTcourses
El Describe how students will be able to transfer out ofthe proposedprogram into otherprograms within the same institution or at another institution
Students who are successful in completing the Citation will be able to continue directly into theDiploma program In Horticulture Technology and upon successful completion of the Diploma may bridgeto the BBA program
E3 Indicate how students will be able to transfer into related degreelevelprograms ifapplicable
Diploma graduates can bridge into the BBA program options by taking the required upgrading andacademic liberal arts courses
F Other
Kwantlen University CollegeNon Degree Program Proposal
Horticulture Citations
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Fl Include any additional information not addressed in the sections above that may behelpful in better understanding the major components oftheproposal
Citation Course Course name Credit value Delivery Prerequisites
Pest ManagementProduction
HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3 Spring None
HORT 1271 Production Practices Spring 2 Spring None
HORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3 Spring None
HORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3 Fall None
HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3 Fall None
HORT 2378 Greenhouse and Nursery Pests 3 Fall HORT 1217
HORT 1101 Pesticide ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05 Spring or Fall None
Total 175
Pest ManagementLandscape
HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3 Spring None
HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3 Fall None
HORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3 Spring None
HORT 2308 Landscape IPM 3 Fall HORT 1155 1201
HORT 1101 Pesticide ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05 Spring or Fall None
HORT 1240 Arboriculture I 3 Spring HORT1155
HORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3 Fall None
Total 185 credits
Appendix A Specific Courses Within Each Proposed Citation
Citations based on courses currently offered in Horticulture Technology programs
Citation Course Course name Credit value Delivery Pre requisites
Pest Management TurfHORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3 Fall None
HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3 Spring None
HORT 1104 Soils Soil Amendments and Soil less media 3 SpringHORT 1230 Turf Management I 3 Fall HORT 1122 1134
Co RequisitesHORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3 Fall None
HORT 2333 Turfgrass Pest Management 3 Fall HORT 1230
HORT 1101 Pesticide Applicator Dispenser Certificate 05 Spring or Fall None
Total 185 credits
Production Facilities
HORT 1171 Production Practices Fall 2 Fall None
HORT 1116 Introductory Equipment Maintenance 2 Fall None
HORT 2375 Greenhouse Facilities and Equipment 3 Fall HORT 1116
HORT 2473 Greenhouse Environments 3 Fall Math
HORT 2334 Irrigation Drainage and Lighting 3 Fall Math
HORT 1271 Production Practices Spring 2 Spring None
Total 15 credits
Horticultural Science
HORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3 Fall None
HORT 1104 Soils Soil Amendments and Soil less media 3 SpringHORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3 Fall None
HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3 Spring None
Plus one of
HORT 1230 Turf Management I 3 Fall HORT 1122 1134
CoReqsor HORT 1240 Arboriculture I 3 Spring HORT 1155
or HORT 1261 Plant Propagation 3 Spring HORT 1102Total 15 credits
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Citation Course Course name Credit value Delivery Pre requisites
Introduction to
Sustainable HorticultureHORT 1104 Soils Soil Amendments and Soilless media 3 Spring
HORT 1110 Intro to Sustainable Horticulture 3 Fall None
HORT boot Sustainable Horticultural Enterprises 3 TBA TBA New
and HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3 Fall None
or HORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3 Fall None
and HORT 1119 Landscape and the Environment 1 3 Spring None
or HORT 2490 Organic Greenhouse Vegetable Production 3 SpringTotal 15 credits
ArboricultureHORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3 Fall None
HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3 Fall None
HORT 1217 Introduction To Pest Management 3 Spring None
HORT 1240 Arboriculture 1 3 Spring HORT 1155
HORT 2442 Arboriculture 11 3 Spring HORT 1240
HORT 2308 Landscape IPM 3 Fall HORT 1217
Total 18 credits
Foundation in
Landscape DesignHORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3 Fall None
HORT 2426 Landscape Construction 3 Spring HORT 1122
HORT 1224 Landscape Drafting 3 Spring None
HORT 2320 Landscape Design 1 3 Fall HORT 1224 1155
1255 as CorepsHORT 2355 Plant Identification 111 3 Fall HORT 1155
HORT 1119 Landscape and Environment 1 3 Spring None
Total 18 credits
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Citation Course Course name Credit value Delivery Pre requisites
Residential and
Commercial Lawn Care
HORT 1104 Soils Soil Amendments and Soilless media 3 SpringHORT 1116 Introductory Equipment Maintenance 2 Fall None
HORT 1134 Turf Maintenance Operations 2 Fall NoneHORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3 Spring NoneHORT 1230 Turf Management I 3 Fall 1122 or 1134 Co
ReqsHORT 1101 Pesticide ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05 Spring or Fall None
HORT 2334 Irrigation and Drainage 3 Fall MathTotal 165 credits
Garden Centre
OperationsHORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3 Fall NoneHORT 2355 Plant Identification III 3 Fall HORT 1155 or 1145HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3 Spring HORT 1101HORT 1171
or 1271Production Practices Fall Spring 2 Fall or Spring None
HORT 1261 Plant Propagation 3 Spring HORT 1102
HORT 1101 Pesticide ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05 Fall or Spring None
and HORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3 Fall None
or HORT 1119 Landscape and Environment I 3 Spring None
Total 175 credits
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Citation Course Course name Credit value Delivery Prerequisites
CommercialHorticulture in BC
HORT 1171
or 1271Production Practices Fall or Spring 2 Fall or Spring None
HORT 2372 Greenhouse Vegetable Production 3 Spring if student has
HORT 2463 Nursery Production 3 Spring overseas MSc
HORT 2477 Production Management 3 Spring in horticulture
HORT 2378 Greenhouse and Nursery Pests 3 Fall access allowed
And either HORT 2371 Floriculture 1 3 Fall or related science
or HORT 2479 Spring Floriculture 3 SpringTotal 17 credits
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HORT 2xxx Sustainable Horticultural Enterprises is a new course that is under development and is expected to include the following contentSustainability as a strategic issueHow do you know if your organization is sustainableSustalnability in Offices and Service IndustrySustainable Product ManufacturingFacilities Saving Energy Water Improving Productivity and reducing wasteManagement How to bring about changeWhat to buy Environmental ConsiderationsMarketing Shstainability for your Enterprise
SchoolCredentials
Offered Programs Offered Key Features Other notable elements
Kwantlen
University College
DegreeIntegrated PestManagement
Focuses on underlying science and techniques used In IPM
2 work experience pracUcums
Prepares students for business careers by Incorporatingessential employability skills
Grads may apply to become ArticlingAgrologlstAAg professionaldesignation Professional Agrologlstachieved when requirements are met
Diploma Ianrlsrape Design andInstallation
Designed to lead to management positions
Can bridge into a BBA in Entrepreneurial Leadership orHuman Resource Management
Transferable to Olds College Alberta Bachelor of AppliedHorticulture
S dalLsed FacuPe ltY with significant Industry experience
Industry leading Field lab and Horticulture lab resources
Located In the heart of the Industry
Unique programs
Graduates of other Horticulture Certificates receive 1 year
credit to Diploma
Apprenticeship graduates receive 1 year credit to Diploma
Over 530000 annually in Industry awards bursaries and
scholarships
Students work with community dlentsand participate In a range of landscapeIndustry events
Strong demand due to continuedresidential development the desire forelegant gardens and Increasedenvironmental concems
DiplomaHorticulture TechnologyGreenhouse and NurseryProduction
Graduates working In Europe Australia
Integration of theoretical and practicalInstruction through the greenhouse andnursery facilities
Diploma Turf Management
Minimum credential for managementposition in golf Industry
Grads can maintain goH coursesathletic fields and other recreational
turf
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Landscape Horticulture
Full Fall entranceonly
Graduates find employment in municipal parks golfcourses residential and commercial landscaping nurseryand greenhouse operations movie and film Industry andarboriculture
Mbr of theory and practical applications
Six 1000 entrance scholarships
UCFV DiplomaAgriculture TechnologyHorticulture CropProduction and Protection
Emphasize management practices compatible withagricultural sustainability
Focuses on environmentally responsible agriculturalproduction techniques
Onsite agricultural greenhouses to work In
Careers Include golf courses grounds maintenancemarketingsales work on familyowned enterprises ofsmall businesses
Can transfer to
o Olds College Alberta to receivetransfer credit towards a Bachelor of
Science green In applied horticulturetechnology
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o University of Lethbridge Alberta
o University of Hawaii
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Certificate 9 monthintake in Jan
Horticultural Technician
Special emphasis placed on sustainable horticulturalpractices Including IPM environmentally responsiblegreenhouse nursery and landscape practices
50 handson training on and off campus
2 month summer practicum spend working In the industryProgram taught at the GR Paine Horticulture Centrecontains a greenhouse header house classroomlabfacility and a containerized nursery
Students practice their skills at theMilner Gardens and Woodland
garden estate environment
Links to Kwantlens2 year horticulturaldiploma program
Certificate 3 monthintake in March
Sustainable Greenhouse
Management
Study management of greenhouse operations with a focuson sustainable horticulture practices
Draws from existing courses offered In the HorticultureTechnician Certificate program but with focus on thegreenhouse management Industry
Certificate 5 monthintake in OctoberFull or Part time
Sustainable LandscapeManagement
This program Is of specific Interest to IndNlduals currentlyworking In the field but lacking a credential and thoselooking to advance their skills and position
Draws from existing courses offered in the HorticultureTechnician Certificate program but with focus on
landscaping Industry
Certificate 3yearin Ponly
Renewable EnergyTechnology
Goal of the programs Is to deliver training which leads tothe promotion adaptation and growth of renewableenergy technology deployment In Canada
Program is relevant to community membershomeowners professionals In energy and constructionIndustries trades workers contractors engineersarchitects and levels of govemment
Completely onlineBegins In Sept 2009
UBC
DegreeB Sc Agrology with
Designed to develop experienced knowledgeable plantscientists who will make contributions to society
Focused on IPM biotechnology and crop physiology
Pursue Masters of PhD In Plant Sciences
Offer a Career Fair for Life Sciences
Land and Food Systems
Coop Min 4 months
Mentoring networking opportunitieswhh Industryrelated professional
specialisation inHorticulture
CostingEducation
CertificateGarden Design
Receive practical and theoretical training in the history andtheory of garden design drafting landscape design andapply this knowledge to the design of a case study garden
Program is geared specifically to urban gardens focuses onPacific Northwest region and have dNerse faculty anddistinguished regional experts practicing In the field
Students will create a portfolio ofexamples of designs from projectscompleted ready to show employers
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Olds CollegeAlberta Degree
Applied Science GolfCourse Management
Blend of theoretical and practical teaming access toscientific research and collaboration through the Prairie
Turfgrass Research Centre and the Olds College Centre forInnovation
College contains a living lab of turf plots specialty gardensand pathways that provide the best handson learning andresearch opportunities
This program consists of 1 year of academic study and1year of Directed Field Study must first complete a twoyear diploma in Turfgrass Management
Offers 1000 entrance awards
DegreeApplied ScienceLandscape Management
Manage design construction and maintenance protectsLeam to effectively manage human financial and physicalresources
This program consists of 1 year of academic study and 1year of Directed Field Study must first complete a twoyear diploma In Landscape Management
Offers 1000 entrance awards
DegrApplied ScienceProduction Horticulture
Prepares students how to manage greenhouses field andnursery operation or garden centres market a diverserange of horticultural products or launch a personalventure
Learn more advance understanding of both scientific andbusiness principles involved In managing all aspects of acrop
This program consists of 1 year of academic study and 1year of Directed Field Study must first complete a twoyear dipbma In Horticulture Production
Offers 1000 entrance awards
DiplomaOrnamental Horticulture
I anAerape Management
Mix of theory and practical experience In design projectmanagement contract administration Installation andmaintenance
SpeUallzed training In CAD and landscape graphicsdesign
Unks to Applied Science Degree
DiplomaOrnamental HorticultureAxlfodCllltun
Develop skills In a growing Industry and focuses onmanaging trees In sustainable urban ecosystems
Follow International standards of tree care and consists of
a balance of theory and practical experience
Work experience component will help attain CertifiedArborlst status from the International Society ofArboriculture
Unks to Applied Science Degree
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Production Horticulture
Skills In growing marketing and management that isneeded in a production horticulture career
DiplomaGreenhouse Management Broad exposure to the diverse and Important greenhouse
and field production sectors with a focus on greenhousecrop production pest management and operation
Ability as a grower will enhance with basic supervisory andmarketing skills
DiplomaProduction Horticulture
NurseryField ProductionBroad exposure to the diverse and Important greenhouseand field production sectors with a focus on field
production of landscape plants fruits vegetables Bowersand other specialty crops
Curriculum is designed with direct and ongoing advice froma team of superintendents and assistants who know what
Bridges into Bachelor of AppliedScience In Goff Course Management
It takes to succeedDiploma Turfgrass Management
Gain ability to solve problems and communicate effectivelyand attaining skills from turf management to watermanagement
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Stu IdNumber
GRADUATION
CREDENTIAL
Credential
Achievement
Date
PROGRAM
ATTACHED TO
SPECIFICREGISTRATION TERM COURSE
COURSE
GRADE
COURSECREDITS
201816 HORF DI 30Apr04 HRTM CR 200215 HRTA009630 A 15
201816 HORF DI 30Apr04 HRTM CR 200215 HRTT120210 A 20
201816 HORF DI 30Apr04 HRTM CR 200215 HRTT120610 A 20
201816 HORF DI 30Apr04 HRTM CR 200215 HRTT122210 A 30
201816 HORF DI 30Apr04 HRTM CR 200225 HRTT 110030 F 20
1123205 HORG DI 3Jun03 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA12 A 10
1123205 HORG DI 3Jun03 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA12 A 10
1170335 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA009510 B 15
1170335 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA122520 A 25
3005629 HORG DI 24May02 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA 127010 B 10
3005629 HORG DI 24May02 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA1271 10 B 10
3013367 HORL DI 30Apr04 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA 124035 A 15
3013367 HORL DI 30Apr04 HRTA CT 200225 HRTA132730 A 25
3013367 HORL DI 30Apr04 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA009510 B 15
3013367 HORL DI 30Apr04 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA 009630 Q
Q
Q
m
15
3027210 HORL DI 29May06 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA009630 15
3062406 HORL DI 15Dec03 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA 009630 15
3082537 HORL DI 25Apr06 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA 009510 15
3082537 HORL DI 25Apr06 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA009630 A 15
3089674 HORF DI 15Dec04 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA009510 B 15
3091932 HORL DI 3Jun03 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA 133235 A 10
3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200215 HRTT120210 B 20
3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200215 HRTT 120310 A 20
3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200215 HRTT120410 A 20
3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200215 HRTT 120610 B 20
3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200215 HRTT 131020 B 10
3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200225 HRT7130410 A 20
3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200225 HRTT130620 B 20
3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200225 HRTT1311 20 A 10
3101343 HORL DI 20May05 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA 009510 F 15
3105295 HORF DI 3Jun03 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA009510 C 15
3105295 HORF DI 3Jun03 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA 009630 B 15
3123385 HORL DI 15Dec04 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA009510 B 15
3123385 HORL DI 15Dec04 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA 009630 A 15
3125282 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA 009510 A 15
3132158 HORP DI 30Aug05 HRTA CT 200225 HRTA 122320 B 20
3132158 HORP DI 30Auq05 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA 009630 A 15
3136691 HORL DI 15Dec06 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA009510 B 15
3137311 HORF DI 30Apr04 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA009510 A 15
3141234 HORL DI 30Apr04 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA009510 B 15
Appendix C Conversion of HRTA and HRTT credits into HORT Diploma credentials
is table shows the use of lower level program credits by students moving into higher level Diploma programslumn 2 Is the studentsgraduating credential eg Horticulture Diploma in Turf HORF Column 6 shows useHorticulture Access HRTA courses credits and Certificate HRTT credits that students gained before
oving through to successful diploma completion Refer page three of Program Proposal
3141658 HORF DI 30Apr06 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA009510 F 15
3141658 HORF DI 30Apr06 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA009630 A 15
3143289 HORP DI 30Apr05 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA009510 A 15
3143289 HORP DI 30Apr05 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA009630 A 15
3144878 HORL D1 30Apr05 HRTM CR 200315 HRTT110230 A 20
3144878 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTM CR 200315 HRTT 110330 A 20
3144878 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTM CR 200315 HRTT112030 A 30
3144878 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTM CR 200325 HRTT110030 A 20
3144878 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTM CR 200335 HRTT120210 A 20
3144878 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTM CR 200335 HRTT 122230 A 30
3144878 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTM CR 200335 HRTT 1231 30 A 30
3144878 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTM CR 200415 HRTT 132010 A 20
3158308 HORF DI 8Sep06 HRTM CR 200535 HRTT 120210 A 20
3160110 HORL DI 25Apr06 HRTM CR 200415 HRTT 110230 A 20
3160110 HORL DI 25Apr06 HRTM CR 200415 HRTT 110330 A 20
1 3160110 HORL DI 25Apr06 HRTM CR 200415 HRTT 112030 A 30
3160110 HORL DI 25Apr06 HRTM CR 200425 HRTT 110030 A 20
3160110 HORL DI 25Apr06 HRTM CR 200435 HRTT 120210 B 20
3160110 HORL DI 25Apr06 HRTM CR 200435 HRTT 122230 A 30
3160110 HORL DI 25Apr06 HRTM CR 200435 HRTT 1231 30 A 30
3160110 HORL DI 25Apr06 HRTM CR 200435 HRTT 132010 A 20
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Data provided by Office of Institutional Research and Statistics for years 20022006 the only years forwhich the information is available
HRTA Horticulture Access equivalent to Continuing Education courses used in Diploma credentialTurf Diploma 5
Landscape Diploma 11
Greenhouse diploma 4
Total 20 courses
HRTT Certificate courses used in Diploma credentialTurf Diploma 2
Landscape Diploma 2
Greenhouse diploma 1
Total 5 courses
nb one student used both HRTA and HRTT courses to ladder through to complete Diploma graduation
Total number of students using HRTA or HRTT courses to advance through diploma graduation 24 students
NB HRTA and HRTT courses are no longer being offered
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Course Course name Credit value
HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3
HORT 1271 Production Practices Spring 2
HORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3
HORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3
HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3
HORT 2378 Greenhouse and Nursery Pests 3
HORT 1101 Pesticide ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05
Total 175
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Appendix D Goals Objectives and Outcomes for Specific Citations
Citation name Pest Management Production
Citation courses
Citation goalsEnable students to develop practical skills in identification of and sustainable control
methods for greenhouse and nursery pest and disease within the framework of the productionhorticulture industry in BC
Citation objectivesSummarize principles of integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and abiotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animalsUtilize correct terminology In discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weedsOperate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively
Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement In plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the Influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators in commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology to common horticulturepracticesRelate botanical temiinology and processes to common horticultural practices
Identify and describe 180 common woody and non woody plants
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Prepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesName the plant family for each plant identifiedPrepare a card file summarizing the information gathered for plants identifiedPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesPrepare a dichotomous key for plant Identification purposesRecognize the diversity of plant materials in commercial horticulture
Recognize greenhouse and nursery pests and the damage they causeIdentify common greenhouse and nursery pestsExplain integrated pest management IPM programs In greenhouse and nursery cropsDevise an IPM program for arthropods in a greenhouse or nursery cropAnalyze IPM programs for greenhouse and nursery cropsDiscuss biological control of greenhouse and nursery pestsRecognize greenhouse and nursery diseases and disordersDescribe the major groups of greenhouse and nursery pathogensUtilize Internet resources diagnostic CDROMs and pest management professionals toidentify pests and diseasesSummarize principles of control for horticultural pests with an emphasis on integrated pestmanagement
Obtain a five year pesticide applicatordispenser certificate
Maintain floral vegetable nursery and forestry crops during spring production scheduleMaintain greenhouses and nursery facilities for spring crop operationsPerform selected greenhouse practices for spring crop productionPractice greenhouse hygienePractice greenhouse operations with due respect to appropriate safety proceduresSummarize Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System WHMISRecognize the interrelationship between the various horticultural commodity groups withinthe greenhouse production industryRecognize essential and successful factors of horticultural businesses
Explore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modern agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems in CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality In urban areasDescribe the principles of genetic modification GM of organisms within the horticulturalindustryIdentify future roles forNoprocessing and bloproductlon
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Citation name Pest Management Landscape
Citation courses
Citation goals
Enable students to develop practical skills in identification of and sustainable controlmethods for landscape pest and disease within the framework of the landscape industry in BC
Citation objectivesSummarize principles of integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and ablotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animalsUtilize correct terminology In discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weeds
Operate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively
Explore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modern agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems in CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality in urban areasDescribe the principles of genetic modification GM of organisms within the horticulturalIndustryIdentify future roles for bioprocessing andNoproduction
Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement In plants growing in various horticultural situations
HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3
HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3
HORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3
HORT 2308 Landscape IPM 3
HORT 1101 Pesticide ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05
HORT 1240 Arboriculture I 3
HORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3
Total 185 credits
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Citation name Pest Management Landscape
Citation courses
Citation goals
Enable students to develop practical skills in identification of and sustainable controlmethods for landscape pest and disease within the framework of the landscape industry in BC
Citation objectivesSummarize principles of integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and ablotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animalsUtilize correct terminology In discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weeds
Operate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively
Explore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modern agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems in CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality in urban areasDescribe the principles of genetic modification GM of organisms within the horticulturalIndustryIdentify future roles for bioprocessing andNoproduction
Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement In plants growing in various horticultural situations
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Explain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators In commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology to common horticulturepracticesRelate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practices
Identify and describe 180 common woody and nonwoody plantsEmploy scientific naming and plant identification terminologyName the plant family for each plant identifiedPrepare a card file summarizing the information gathered for plants IdentifiedPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesPrepare a dichotomous key for plant identification purposesRecognize the diversity of plant materials in commercial horticulture
Summarize principles of control for horticultural pests with an emphasis on integrated pestmanagementObtain a five year pesticide applicator dispenser certificateLocate and interpret pesticide informationDiagnose fungal viral and bacterial diseases insect and arachnid pests nematode molluscmammals bird and other pestsDescribe the use of various control measures including Integrated pest management forthe control of pests that affect omamental plants and turf grassesUtilize written and Internet resources and diagnostic CD ROMs to identify pests and diseasesChoose control measures for pests of ornamentals and turf grassesOutline weed biology and control
Summarize pesticide classification in relation to mode of action fate in soils horticulturalapplications and environmental managementCalibrate pesticide application equipment
Summarise plant form and structure as it relates to maintenance practicesMaintain ornamental native trees shrubs ground covers and vinesPerform appropriate pruning and training techniquesPlant ornamental native trees shrubs ground covers and vinesStake landscaped plantsTransplant ornamental trees shrubs ground covers and vinesSafely operate common arboricultural equipment and tools
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HORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3
HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3
HORT 1104 Soils Soil Amendments and Soilless media 3
HORT 1230 Turf Management 1 3
HORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3
HORT 2333 Turfgrass Pest Management 3
HORT 1101 Pestidde ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05
Total 185 credits
Citation name Pest Management Turf
Citation courses
27
Citation goalsEnable students to develop practical skills in identification of and sustainable control
methods for pest and disease organisms within the framework of the commercial turfmanagement industry in BC
Citation objecivesSummarize principles of integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and abiotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animalsUtilize correct terminology in discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to Identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weeds
Operate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively
Explore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modern agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems In CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality in urban areasDescribe the prindples of genetic modification GM of organisms within the horticulturalindustryIdentify future roles for bto processing and bto production
Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plants
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Explain water and sap movement in plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators In commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology to common horticulturepractices
Relate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practices
Summarize principles of control for horticultural pests with an emphasis on integrated pestmanagementObtain a five year pesticide applicatordispenser certificateLocate and interpret pesticide information
Use the Canadian System of Soil Classification and describe the processes that result in soilformation
Identify the features of the soil profile that are important to horticulturatlstsOutline and describe the composition and properties of the major inorganic and organicconstituents of soils and soilless media
Interpret the behaviour of water in soils and soil less mediaExplain soil biological processesDiscuss the role of organic matter in soilDiscuss the origin and management of acidity alkalinity and salinity In soils and soil lessmedia
Summarize the behaviour of plant nutrients in soil and soil less mediaIdentify common nutritional deficienciesDesign a soil sampling plan for a horticulture enterprise and sample soils and soil less mediaInterpret soil test and fertilizer informationDefine and apply soil quality principles
Discuss the role and Importance of lawns in current societyIdentify common cool season turf grass speciesExplain turf propagation including site preparation turf grass selection plantingprocedures and postplanting culturePerform primary turf grass cultural operations needed to sustain turf grass qualityPerform the renovation practices associated with improvement of existing areasDesign a cultural program to meet the specific requirements of a particular turfIdentify research sources about turf management problemsAssess turf quality
Describe weed biology and ecologyDiagnose signs and symptoms of fungal diseases viral diseases bacterial diseases arthropodpests nematode pests and mollusc pests and mammal bird and earthworm pestsUtilize resources to Identify pests and diseases including Internet diagnostic CDROMs andpest management personnelRecommend the use of various measures In an integrated fashion for the control of peststhat affect turf grasses and related ornamental plantsSummarize pesticide classification in relation to mode of action fate in soils andhorticultural applications and environmental managementCalibrate pesticide application equipmentOperate pesticide application equipment in a safe and effective manner
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HORT 1171 Production Practices Fall 2
HORT 1116 Introductory Equipment Maintenance 2
HORT 2375 Greenhouse Facilities and Equipment 3
HORT 2473 Greenhouse Environments 3
HORT 2334 Irrigation Drainage and Lighting 3
HORT 1271 Production Practices Spring 2
Total 15 credits
Citation name
Citation courses
Production Facilities
29
Citation goalsProvide students with a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of building
maintaining repairing and using greenhouse facilities and equipment within the context of thecommercial production and nursery industry in BC
Citation objectivesMaintain floral vegetable nursery and forestry crops during fall production scheduleMaintain greenhouses and nursery facilities for fall crop operationsPerform selected greenhouse practices for fall crop productionPractice greenhouse hygienePractice greenhouse operations with due respect to appropriate safety proceduresSummarize Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System WHMISRecognize the interrelationship between the various horticultural commodity groups withinthe greenhouse production IndustryRecognize essential and successful factors of horticultural businesses
Maintain floral vegetable nursery and forestry crops during spring production scheduleMaintain greenhouses and nursery facilities for spring crop operationsPerform selected greenhouse practices for spring crop production
Apply the Workers Compensation Act in the workplaceUse appropriate safety apparelPrevent work shop firesUse basic hand tools in equipment maintenanceUse machinery maintenance recordsUse safety systemsOperate equipment safelyDescribe the function and working principles of equipment systems for horticultureequipmentPractice preventive maintenance on horticulture equipmentDescribe equipment storage proceduresEvaluate equipment specifications
Describe greenhouse and nursery site selection and layout criteriaDescribe greenhouse and nursery structures and materialsDescribe greenhouse and nursery systems and utilitiesPerform basic greenhouse construction and maintenanceOperate selected greenhouse and nursery equipment
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Perform such operations with due respect to WorkSafe BC code of practice
Control greenhouse environmentsDescribe the design and control of heating and cooling systemsAnalyze greenhouse heat conservation techniquesDescribe air circulation systemsDescribe humidity controlsDescribe lighting systemsDescribe carbon dioxide systemsDescribe environment control systems
Explain the principles of Irrigation in terms of plant growth and developmentSummarize the principles of hydraulics and the basic components of irrigation systemsDesign residential irrigation systemsEvaluate irrigation systemsInstall irrigation systemsMaintain Irrigation systemsApply the principles of drainageInstall drainageExplain the principles of drainage maintenanceSummarize the principles of low voltage landscape lighting designDesign low voltage landscape lightingInstall low voltage landscape lightingMaintain low voltage landscape lighting
Citation name Horticultural Science
Citation courses
31
Citation goalsProvide students with a foundation in fundamental horticultural science disciplines as a
basis for further study within all program specialties
Citation objectivesExplain plant classification and homenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement in plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators in commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology t common horticulturepracticesRelate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practices
Use the Canadian System of Soil Classification and describe the processes that result in soilformation
Identify the features of the soil profile that are important to horticulturalistsOutline and describe the composition and properties of the major inorganic and organicconstituents of soils and soil less media
Interpret the behaviour of water in soils and soil less mediaExplain soil biological processesDiscuss the role of organic matter In soilDiscuss the composting processDiscuss the origin and management of acidity alkalinity and salinity in soils and soil lessmedia
Summarize the behaviour of plant nutrients in soil and soil less mediaIdentify common nutritional deficienciesDesign a soil sampling plan for a horticulture enterprise and sample soils and soil less mediaInterpret soil test and fertilizer informationDefine and apply soil quality principles
Identify and describe 180 common woody and nonwoody plants
HORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3
HORT 1104 Soils Soil Amendments and Soilless media 3
HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3
HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3
Plus one of
HORT 1230 Turf Management 1 3
or HORT 1240 Arboriculture 1 3
or HORT 1261 Plant Propagation 3
Total 15 credits
Citation name Horticultural Science
Citation courses
31
Citation goalsProvide students with a foundation in fundamental horticultural science disciplines as a
basis for further study within all program specialties
Citation objectivesExplain plant classification and homenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement in plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators in commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology t common horticulturepracticesRelate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practices
Use the Canadian System of Soil Classification and describe the processes that result in soilformation
Identify the features of the soil profile that are important to horticulturalistsOutline and describe the composition and properties of the major inorganic and organicconstituents of soils and soil less media
Interpret the behaviour of water in soils and soil less mediaExplain soil biological processesDiscuss the role of organic matter In soilDiscuss the composting processDiscuss the origin and management of acidity alkalinity and salinity in soils and soil lessmedia
Summarize the behaviour of plant nutrients in soil and soil less mediaIdentify common nutritional deficienciesDesign a soil sampling plan for a horticulture enterprise and sample soils and soil less mediaInterpret soil test and fertilizer informationDefine and apply soil quality principles
Identify and describe 180 common woody and nonwoody plants
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Prepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesName the plant family for each plant identifiedPrepare a card file summarizing the information gathered for plants identifiedPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesPrepare a dichotomous key for plant identification purposesRecognize the diversity of plant materials in commercial horticulture
Summarize principles of integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and abiotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animalsUtilize correct terminology in discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weedsOperate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively
Discuss the role and importance of lawns in current societyIdentify common cool season turf grass speciesExplain turf propagation including site preparation turf grass selection plantingprocedures and post planting culturePerform primary turf grass cultural operations needed to sustain turf grass qualityPerform the renovation practices associated with improvement of existing areasDesign a cultural program to meet the specific requirements of a particular turfIdentify research sources about turf management problemsAssess turf quality
Summarise plant form and structure as it relates to maintenance practicesMaintain ornamental native trees shrubs ground covers and vinesPerform appropriate pruning and training techniquesPlant ornamental native trees shrubs ground covers and vinesStake landscaped plantsTransplant ornamental trees shrubs ground covers and vinesSafely operate common arboricultural equipment and tools
Describe the principles and practices of plant breeding and seed productionDescribe germination and seedling establishmentPerform the practical skills required to germinate seedsDescribe micropropagation techniquesPerform micropropagationDescribe methods of asexual vegetative propagationPerform asexual propagation techniques commonly used in the industryDescribe commercial propagation facilities and the appropriate environments for eachmethod of propagation
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Citation name Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture
Citation courses
33
Citation goalsStudents will be Introduced to concepts of sustainable horticultural systems within the focus
of either residential landscape setting or greenhouse crop production and apply the corehorticultural disciplines of plant identification soil science and botany
Citation objectivesExplore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modem agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems in CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to Issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality In urban areasDescribe the principles of genetic modification GM of organisms within the horticulturalindustryIdentify future roles for bio processing and btoproduction
Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement in plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators in commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology to common horticulturepracticesRelate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practicesIdentify and describe 180 common woody and nonwoody plantsPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesName the plant family for each plant identified
HORT 1104 Soils Soil Amendments and Soil less media 3
HORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3
HORT Looc Sustainable Horticultural Enterprises 3
and HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3
or HORT 1102 Botany For Horticulture 3
and HORT 1119 Landscape and the Environment I 3
or HORT 2490 Organic Greenhouse Vegetable Production 3
Total 15 credits
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Citation name Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture
Citation courses
33
Citation goalsStudents will be Introduced to concepts of sustainable horticultural systems within the focus
of either residential landscape setting or greenhouse crop production and apply the corehorticultural disciplines of plant identification soil science and botany
Citation objectivesExplore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modem agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems in CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to Issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality In urban areasDescribe the principles of genetic modification GM of organisms within the horticulturalindustryIdentify future roles for bio processing and btoproduction
Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement in plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators in commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology to common horticulturepracticesRelate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practicesIdentify and describe 180 common woody and nonwoody plantsPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesName the plant family for each plant identified
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Prepare a card file summarizing the information gathered for plants IdentifiedPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesPrepare a dichotomous key for plant identification purposesRecognize the diversity of plant materials in commercial horticulture
Use the Canadian System of Soil Classification and describe the processes that result in soilformation
Identify the features of the soil profile that are important to horticulturalistsOutline and describe the composition and properties of the major inorganic and organicconstituents of soils and soil less media
interpret the behaviour of water In soils and soil less mediaExplain soil biological processesDiscuss the role of organic matter in soilDiscuss the origin and management of acidity alkalinity and salinity in soils and soil lessmedia
Summarize the behaviour of plant nutrients in soil and soil less mediaIdentify common nutritional deficienciesDesign a soil sampling plan for a horticulture enterprise and sample soils and soil less mediaInterpret soil test and fertilizer InformationDefine and apply soil quality principles
Explain the social context of constructed landscapesExplore the ecological context of constructed landscapesAnalyze the economic implications of conventional and sustainable landscapesDevelop a systems approach to landscape planning installation and maintenanceExamine adaptive landscape strategies in practical applications
Describe sustainable organic and conventional systems of greenhouse crop productionIn Canada
Compare different organic accreditation standardsSelect appropriate organic standards to suit different situationsExamine principles of conventional and organic methods of plant breeding for greenhousecrops
Schedule crop rotationsExplain principles for good quality growing media for greenhouse cropsIdentify common nutritional disorders of major greenhouse cropsDevelop a basic integrated pest management IPM Plan for a selected crop and pestsituation
Develop a marketing and sales plan for organic produceEmploy foodsafe handling practices and quality management systems
HORT boot Sustainable Horticultural Enterprises is a new course under development that isexpected to include the following content
Sustainability as a strategic issueHow do you know if your organisation Is sustainableSustainability in Offices and Service IndustrySustainable Product ManufacturingFacilities Saving Energy Water Improving Productivity and reducing wasteManagement How to bring about changeWhat to buy Environmental ConsiderationsMarketing Sustainability for your Enterprise
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HORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3
HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3
HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3
HORT 1240 Arboriculture 1 3
HORT 2442 Arboriculture II 3
HORT 2308 Landscape IPM 3
Total 18 credits
Citation name Arboriculture
Citation courses
35
Citation goalsStudents will apply core horticultural disciplines of botany plant identification and pest
management to the selection establishment and maintenance of trees
Citation objectivesSummarize principles of integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and abiotic factors causing poor growth In plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animalsUtilize correct terminology in discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to Identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weedsOperate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively
Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement in plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators in commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the Influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology to common horticulturepracticesRelate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practices
Identify and describe 180 common woody and nonwoody plantsPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesName the plant family for each plant IdentifiedPrepare a card file summarizing the information gathered for plants identifiedPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesPrepare a dichotomous key for plant identification purposes
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Recognize the diversity of plant materials in commercial horticulture
Diagnose fungal viral and bacterial diseases insect and arachnid pests nematode molluscmammals bird and other pestsDescribe the use of various control measures including Integrated pest management forthe control of pests that affect ornamental plants and turf grassesUtilize written and Internet resources and diagnostic CD ROMs to identify pests and diseasesChoose control measures for pests of ornamentals and turf grassesOutline weed biology and controlSummarize pesticide classification in relation to mode of action fate in soils horticulturalapplications and environmental managementCalibrate pesticide application equipment
Summarise plant form and structure as it relates to maintenance practicesMaintain ornamental native trees shrubs ground covers and vinesPerform appropriate pruning and training techniquesPlant ornamental native trees shrubs ground covers and vinesStake landscaped plantsTransplant ornamental trees shrubs ground covers and vinesSafely operate common arboriculture equipment and tools
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HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3
HORT 2426 Landscape Construction 3
HORT 1224 Landscape Drafting 3
HORT 2320 Landscape Design I 3HORT 2355 Plant Identification 111 3
HORT 1119 Landscape and the Environment I 3
Total 180 credits
oCitation name Foundation in Landscape Design
Citation courses
37
Citation goalsProvide students with exceptional plant identification skills and the ability to prepare
landscape designs drafted using modern computer aided design programs
Citation objectivesExplain the social context of constructed landscapesExplore the ecological context of constructed landscapesAnalyze the economic implications of conventional and sustainable landscapesDevelop a systems approach to landscape planning installation and maintenanceExamine adaptive landscape strategies in practical applications
Identify and describe 300 common woody and nonwoody plantsEmploy scientific naming arid plant identification terminologyPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesName the plant family for each plant identifiedPrepare a card file summarizing the information gathered for plants identifiedPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesPrepare a report summarizing the information from research materialPrepare a dichotomous key for plant Identification purposesRecognize the diversity of plant materials In commercial horticultureRecognize and describe bud bark foliage flower and fruit characteristics
Use basic drafting tools effectivelyUse a computer assisted design program effectivelyProduce landscape drawings with graphical accuracy
Differentiate between a landscape architect and a landscape designerDesign concept drawings for residential scale projectsCreate effective planting plans for residential scale projectsPrepare simple specifications for a planting planEstimate material costs for a planting planSolve the design problems of actual clients
HORT 1104 Soils Soil Amendments and Soilless media 3
HORT 1116 Introductory Equipment Maintenance 2
HORT 1134 Turf Maintenance Operations 2
HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3
HORT 1230 Turf Management I 3
HORT 1101 Pesticide ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05
HORT 2334 Irrigation and Drainage 3
Total 165 credits
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Citation name Residential and Commercial Lawn Care a
Citation courses
Citation goalsProvide students with the essential skills to install and maintain lawn facilities within the
context of residential and commercial settings
Citation objectivesSummarize principles of integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and abiotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animalsUtilize correct terminology in discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to Identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weedsOperate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively
Summarize principles of control for horticultural pests with an emphasis on integrated pestmanagementObtain a five year pesticide applicatordispenser certificateLocate and interpret pesticide information
Use the Canadian System of Soil Classification and describe the processes that result in soilformation
Identify the features of the soil profile that are important to horticulturalistsOutline and describe the composition and properties of the major Inorganic and organicconstituents of soils and soil less media
Interpret the behaviour of water in soils and soil less mediaExplain soil biological processesDiscuss the role of organic matter in soilDiscuss the composting processDiscuss the origin and management of acidity alkalinity and salinity in soils and soil lessmedia
Summarize the behaviour of plant nutrients in soil and soil less mediaIdentify common nutritional deficienciesDesign a soil sampling plan for a horticulture enterprise and sample soils and soil less media
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Interpret soil test and fertilizer informationDefine and apply soil quality principlesDiscuss the role and Importance of lawns In current societyIdentify common coolseason turf grass speciesExplain turf propagation Including site preparation turf grass selection planting proceduresand postplanting culturePerform primary turf grass cultural operations needed to sustain turf grass qualityPerform the renovation practices associated with improvement of existing areasDesign a cultural program to meet the specific requirements of a particular turfIdentify research sources about turf management problemsAssess turf quality
Apply the Workers Compensation Act in the workplaceUse appropriate safety apparelPrevent work shop firesUse basic hand tools In equipment maintenanceUse machinery maintenance recordsUse safety systemsOperate equipment safelyDescribe the function and working principles of equipment systems for horticultureequipmentPractice preventive maintenance on horticulture equipmentDescribe equipment storage proceduresEvaluate equipment specifications
Explain the principles of irrigation in terms of plant growth and developmentSummarize the principles of hydraulics and the basic components of irrigation systemsDesign residential Irrigation systemsEvaluate Irrigation systemsInstall irrigation systemsMaintain irrigation systemsApply the principles of drainageInstall drainageExplain the principles of drainage maintenanceSummarize the principles of low voltage landscape lighting designDesign low voltage landscape lightingInstall low voltage landscape lightingMaintain low voltage landscape lighting
Citation courses
40
Citation name Garden Centre Operations
Citation goals
Equip students with essential core skills of plant identification and pest management tosecure employment within a garden centre and be able to develop plant care and plantpropagation skills
Citation objectivesSummarize principles of Integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and abiotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animals
Utilize correct terminology In discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weedsOperate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively
Explore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modern agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems in CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality in urban areasDescribe the principles of genetic modification of organisms within the horticultural industryIdentify future rotes for bfoprocessing and bioproduction
Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminology
HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3
HORT 2355 Plant Identification III 3
HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3
HORT 1171
or 1271Production Practices Fall Spring 2
HORT 1261 Plant Propagation 3
HORT 1101 Pesticide ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05
and HORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3
or HORT 1119 Landscape and the Environment 1 3
Total 175 credits
Citation courses
40
Citation name Garden Centre Operations
Citation goals
Equip students with essential core skills of plant identification and pest management tosecure employment within a garden centre and be able to develop plant care and plantpropagation skills
Citation objectivesSummarize principles of Integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and abiotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animals
Utilize correct terminology In discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weedsOperate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively
Explore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modern agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems in CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality in urban areasDescribe the principles of genetic modification of organisms within the horticultural industryIdentify future rotes for bfoprocessing and bioproduction
Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminology
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Explain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement in plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators in commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology to horticulture practicesRelate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practices
Identify and describe 180 common woody and non woody plantsEmploy scientific naming and plant identification terminologyName the plant family for each plant identifiedPrepare a card file summarizing the information gathered for plants identifiedPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesPrepare a dichotomous key for plant identification purposesRecognize the diversity of plant materials in commercial horticulture
Summarize principles of control for horticultural pests with an emphasis on integrated pestmanagementObtain a five year pesticide applicator dispenser certificateLocate and interpret pesticide information
Maintain floral vegetable nursery and forestry crops during fall or spring productionschedule
Maintain greenhouses and nursery facilities for fall or spring crop operationsPerform selected greenhouse practices for fall or spring crop productionPractice greenhouse hygienePractice greenhouse operations with due respect to appropriate safety proceduresSummarize Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System WHMISRecognize the interrelationship between the various horticultural commodity groups withinthe greenhouse production industryRecognize essential and successful factors of horticultural businesses
Describe the principles and practices of plant breeding and seed productionDescribe germination and seedling establishmentPerform the practical skills required to germinate seedsDescribe micro propagation techniquesPerform micro propagationDescribe methods of asexual vegetative propagationPerform asexual propagation techniques commonly used in the industryDescribe commercial propagation facilities and the appropriate environments for eachmethod of propagation
Perform effective in store merchandising as 1t applies to garden centresDescribe effective store layoutDevelop appropriate slgnage for garden centresAnalyze and apply pricing strategiesApply the principles of color to horticultural salesConduct effective customer service and etiquetteExecute personal selling techniques
Citation name Commercial Horticulture In BC
Citation courses
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Citation goalsA program specifically designed for graduates of agronomy or field based horticulture orselected agriculture programs to provide upgrading or new skill development In protectedcrop production in BC
Citation objectivesRecognize greenhouse and nursery pests and the damage they causeIdentify common greenhouse and nursery pestsExplain integrated pest management IPM programs in greenhouse and nursery cropsDevise an IPM program for arthropods in a greenhouse or nursery cropAnalyze IPM programs for greenhouse and nursery cropsDiscuss biological control of greenhouse and nursery pestsRecognize greenhouse and nursery diseases and disordersDescribe the major groups of greenhouse and nursery pathogensUtilize Internet resources diagnostic CDROMs and pest management professionals toidentify pests and diseases
Maintain floral vegetable nursery and forestry crops during fall production scheduleMaintain greenhouses and nursery facilities for fall crop operationsPerform selected greenhouse practices for fall crop productionPractice greenhouse hygienePractice greenhouse operations with due respect to appropriate safety proceduresSummarize Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System WHMISRecognize the interrelationship between the various horticultural commodity groups withinthe greenhouse production industryRecognize essential and successful factors of horticultural businesses
Maintain floral vegetable nursery and forestry crops during spring production scheduleMaintain greenhouses and nursery facilities for spring crop operationsPerform selected greenhouse practices for spring crop production
Outline the origin and economic significance of greenhouse vegetable crops in BCRecognize the global nature of the greenhouse vegetable production industryDescribe the cultural requirements of greenhouse vegetable crops in BCOutline the normal cropping schedule and marketing system for greenhouse vegetables in BCAnalyze the factors that constitute a balanced plant
HORT 1171
or 1271Production Practices Fall or Spring 2
HORT 2372 Greenhouse Vegetable Production 3HORT 2463 Nursery Production 3
HORT 2477 Production Management 3
HORT 2378 Greenhouse and Nursery Pests 3
And either HORT 2371 Floriculture 1 3
or HORT 2479 Spring Floriculture 3
Total 17 credits
Citation name Commercial Horticulture In BC
Citation courses
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Citation goalsA program specifically designed for graduates of agronomy or field based horticulture orselected agriculture programs to provide upgrading or new skill development In protectedcrop production in BC
Citation objectivesRecognize greenhouse and nursery pests and the damage they causeIdentify common greenhouse and nursery pestsExplain integrated pest management IPM programs in greenhouse and nursery cropsDevise an IPM program for arthropods in a greenhouse or nursery cropAnalyze IPM programs for greenhouse and nursery cropsDiscuss biological control of greenhouse and nursery pestsRecognize greenhouse and nursery diseases and disordersDescribe the major groups of greenhouse and nursery pathogensUtilize Internet resources diagnostic CDROMs and pest management professionals toidentify pests and diseases
Maintain floral vegetable nursery and forestry crops during fall production scheduleMaintain greenhouses and nursery facilities for fall crop operationsPerform selected greenhouse practices for fall crop productionPractice greenhouse hygienePractice greenhouse operations with due respect to appropriate safety proceduresSummarize Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System WHMISRecognize the interrelationship between the various horticultural commodity groups withinthe greenhouse production industryRecognize essential and successful factors of horticultural businesses
Maintain floral vegetable nursery and forestry crops during spring production scheduleMaintain greenhouses and nursery facilities for spring crop operationsPerform selected greenhouse practices for spring crop production
Outline the origin and economic significance of greenhouse vegetable crops in BCRecognize the global nature of the greenhouse vegetable production industryDescribe the cultural requirements of greenhouse vegetable crops in BCOutline the normal cropping schedule and marketing system for greenhouse vegetables in BCAnalyze the factors that constitute a balanced plant
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Make recommendations for environmental and cultural changes to correct an unbalancedplantSummarize greenhouse vegetable crop integrated pest management requirementsPerform crop operations with clue respect to WorkSafe BC code of practice and withappropriate speed and efficiency
Recognize the magnitude and diversity of the nursery industry In BC and its relationship tothe Canadian industryApply environmental guidelines quarantine restrictions and municipal bylaws that affectnursery production In BCDescribe landscape standards as they apply to nursery stockDesign field andor container nursery production operationsDescribe vartous scheduling procedures for container and field nursery stockDescribe properties of soilless media for container nursery and soil for field productionPrepare soilless media for container productionUse fertilizers in container and field nursery productionDescribe nursery Inventory management and shipping systemsPerform planting procedures for container and field productionPerform common maintenance techniques for container and field productionPractice workplace safetyDescribe modem production facilities and equipment
Describe the responsibilities of a production managerAnalyse production management situationsDevelop a business production plan
Describe the floriculture IndustryAnalyze selected crop management practicesAnalyze the commercial production requirements of selected floriculture cropsProduce selected crops to commercial Industry standardsAnalyze selected crop management practicesProduce commercial bedding plants
Appendix E Evidence For Labour Market Demand
Data on Organic Food Production in CanadaData below is taken from Canadian Organic Growers reports Certified Organic Production In
Canada 2004 and 2005
Reports produced by Anne Macey November 2005 and 2006
Quick FactsTotal number of certified organic farms In Canada 3618 year 2005Stats Canada report3555 in 2006 but likely use a different data collection methodThis is a 2year increase of 90on 2003 and represents 15 of the total farms inCanada
From 2004 to 2005 the highest rate of Increase occurred In British Columbia whichreported 484 farms a 95 increase from the previous year For the second year ina row British Columbia reported the highest number of farms with transitional status108 farmsThere are at least another 455 certified organic processors and food handlersTotal land area in Canada under organic production systems approx 1 million acresExports of organic food from Canada are worth approximately 63million per year
Value of organic produce in Canada surpassed the 1 billion mark for the first time in2007
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9293 94 959597 99 9900 01 0203 04
Crop Acres
Total vegetables 1970
Mixed 439
Greenhouses 65
Potatoes 370
Garlic 17
Herbs 72
Misc Tree fruit 163
Misc small fruit 46
Apples 684
Peaches 62
Cherries 55
Pears 59
Nectarines 33
Apricots 31
Plums 25
Blueberries 48
Hazelnuts 72
Pasture and lay 13167
Grains 1251
Organic Cropping in BC 2004
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British Colima
Organic Vegetable and Herb Production by Province 2004 acres
Total BC AB SK 9 ON QC
EP14S PEI NF
bid vegetables 23285 4304 470 355 8317 10152 775 21 35
Greenhouse 1453 655 786 10 02
Lanse scale meo 9360 0380
Asparagus 853 24 840 43 50
Beans 592 540 52
Beets 58 23 32
BmcS 1206 540 378 7110
Cale sops 515 40 310 105
Carrots 541 121 281 140
Sweetomn 185 00 105
Cwtwdshalloaslleeks 728 70 503 87
Rutabaga 23 20 03
Spy 114 107 03
Squash 214 03 104 28
Tomato 489 85 384 48
SatadgreensAeWce 569 334 185 40 10
Potates 23163 3702 348 15132 410 1123 1553 50 840
Peppersleggplard 40 38 03
Parc 723 170 414 ILO 08 35
Herbs 519 844 00 10
Medicinal herbs 1921 190 00 742 854 184
Echinaea 329 50 274 05
Borapa 8690 7090 700
Fenugreek 200 204
Sea bugumm 240 240
Mlktha8e 43 43
emery 14 10
FndthageArmb 16288 2081 748 13480
VegeIPozssseed 84 84
Totals 84900 22581 9666 15481 15010 12267 14488 875 1244 37
Organic Vegetable and Herb Production by Province 2004 acres
March 2004
Appendix F Library Impact Assessment
Template forKwantlen University College Library
Impact Assessment Process for
New ProgramsRevised Programs
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Kwantlen University College Library Impact Assessment Processfor New and Revised Programs
Assessment Policy
1 Library Impact assessments will be completed for new degree diploma certificate or citationprograms and major program revisions
2 Requests for a library Impact assessment are to be directed to the Degree and ProposalAssessment Committee DPAC liaison librarian
3 The development of library Impact assessments for programs is based on a consultativemodel The DPAC liaison librarian will review proposals and consult with both proposingfaculty and with appropriate librarians In the case of revised programs the DPAC liaisonlibrarian will make a decision on whether the revised content requires a library impactassessment
4 The Education Council Oifice will provide program developers with Information regardingtimelines for completion of library impact assessments for new or revised programs Timelinesare
New Programs Developers must allow a minimum of 3 weeks for thecompletion of a new program library Impact assessmentRevised Programs Developers must allow a minimum of 2 weeks for thecompletion of a revised program library Impact assessment
To allow adequate time for preparation of the assessment proposals in draft format are welcomedDraft proposals must include a detailed description of the new or revised program and whereapplicable course outlines for new courses Where sufficient time is not given to complete theassessment the DPAC liaison librarian will notify the program developer
5 Completed library impact assessments will be signed by the DPAC liaison librarian and theDean of Leamer Resources and sent to the program developer A copy of the assessmentsummary Part B only mustbeappended to the program concept and sent to the EducationCouncil office after the program developer has reviewed and signed the assessmentAssessments will be sent electronically to the Education Council office and will be followed bysigned paper copies
6 The library impact assessment will normally include projected and retrospective monographand periodical costs based on average costs for materials in the subject area collection needsof the program or course average price Increases In the subject area as well as the strengthor weakness of the existing collection Audiovisual purchase costs will be included whereappropriate Protected enrolments will be included in the cost calculations where multiplesections or multiple campus enrolments are Indicated or in cases where most resources willbe provided by interlibrary loan
7 Specialized or subject specific databases not already held by the library will be costed againstthe number of 300 and 400 level courses in the subject area Upper level field courses coops and practicums will be deducted from the total number of subject area 300 and 400 levelcourses
Periodical and database subscription costs will Include average annual price increases
8 Library Impact assessments will be presented in a narrative format with a covering page forsignatures The major components of the narrative will be
summary
previous collection developmentfuture collection needs
collection development obstaclessummary of startup and subsequent costs
March 2004
Audio Visual materials vldeorecordings and dvds
Number of titles held by KUC Library in this subject area 250
Number of titles published annually in this subject area 30
Average number of titles purchased annually 6
Average cost per volume of titles in this subject area 250
Is the collection current Yes X no
Datacomments on the currencycomprehensiveness of the audiovisual collection in thissubject areaThe audiovisual collection is adequate for the existing Horticulture programs However toensure the success of the proposed certificate program additional uptodate DVDs have to bepurchased in the areas of sustainable horticulture sustainable land use organic horticultureand the horticulture industry in Canada
Estimated cost for audiovisual collection for this program 2000
Key AudioVisual Equipment
Foundation for Sustainable Horticulture Citation
1
Is this a revision of an existing program yes noX
Held by KUC Library I yes no
If no estimated cost to provide
Comments Our current equipment should be adequate Overall usage of audlovlsualequipment may Increase but significant Impacts are not anticipated at this time
Sub total na
Name ofprogram Foundation for Sustainable Horticulture Citation
Is this a revision of an existing program yes noX
Namesof programdevelopers
Gary Jones Michelle Nakano David Davidson
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Library Resources Impact AssessmentNew Program Proposal Program Revision
PartA
Key Online Databases Periodical IndexesAbstracts
Comments
The library does not anticipate a need for any new databases for this proposed citation program Wecurrently have an excellent and relevant portfolio of horticultural and multi disciplinary databasesincluding Agricola Biological and Agricultural Index Plus Garden Landscape Horticulture IndexGeneral Science Index and Academic Search PremierSub Total na
Key Periodicals Core titles in the subject area
1 various Individual titles to be selected when more information Is available through courseoutlines bibliographies andor faculty requests
Sub Total 2000
Comments
Our existing serials collection will be a good starting point For example we already subscribe to theseprint Joumals
Acres USABiocycle Journal of composting and recycling Canadian organic grower Country lifein British Columbia Gardenwise Green places Growing edge Joumal of environmentalhorticulture Menziesia newsletter for the native plant society of British Columbia Organicgardening
Also we have the following periodicals available to us online via the Joumal Titles link on the Libraryhomepage
American Herb Association Quarterly Newsletter Compost science utilization EcologySociety a journal of integrative science for resilience and sustainability Electronic Green JoumalExperimental agriculture Organic Food Industry Profile Canada Renewable Agriculture and FoodSystems
Monographs
Number of titles held by KUC Library In this subject area 450
Number of titles published annually In this subject area 50
Average number of titles purchased annually 100
Average cost per volume of titles in this subject area 50
Is the collection current Yes noX
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Key Reference Titles
1 Sustainable agriculture and foodv14
Held by KUC Library
if no estimated cost
If no estimated cost
yes No X
2 Blocontrol potential and Its exploitation in sustainable agriculture v 1 2
Held by KUC Library yes No X
If no estimated cost
1120
3 Various Individual titles to be selected when more Information is available through courseoutlines bibliographies andor faculty requestsHeld by KUC Library yes No X
385
Comments
Plus other titles as appropriateSub Total 4000
Datacomments on the currencycomprehensiveness of the monograph collection Inthls subject areaWhile there are a number of books in the collection relevant to this subject area many of themare older We would need to purchase additional titles to update the collection and ensurethat each student will have access to enough material for study and assignments
Note Although we have indicated that there are approximately 50 relevant new titlespublished annually in this area we would also need to do some retroactive collection buildingof some of the previously published materials
Estimated cost for monograph collection for this program 5000
Additional comments
Subject headings consideredAgricultural pests biological control Agriculture and energy Agriculturalecology Agricultural innovations Agricultural pests biologicalcontrol Agroforestry Biological diversity Biological diversity conservation Businessenterprises environmental aspects Conservation of natural resources Corporationsenvironmental aspects Drought tolerant plants Economic development environmentalaspects Garden ecology Gardening environmental aspects Gardening to attractwildlife Green roofs Industrial management environmental aspects Insect pestsbtologlcal control Landscape construction Landscape protection Native plants forcultivation Native plant gardening Natural landscaping Organic farming Organicgardening Permaculture Pests Integrated control Pesticides environmentalaspects Social Responsibility of business Soil ecology Sustainableagriculture Sustainable forestry Sustainable horticulture Sustainable forestry Urbanecology Urbanization environmental aspects Woodland gardening Xeriscaping
INTERLIBRARY LOAN
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Estimated annual costs
STUDENT RESEARCH SKILLS CLASSES AND DOCUMENTATION
NA
List documentation to be createdrevised
Creation of new Research Skills Exercises and Guidepost to reflect new content
List web pagesInternet subject guides to be createdrevised
Creation of Subject Guide to reflect new subject area
Anticipated number and typebasicadvancedspecialized of library orientations per semester
One advancedspecialized orientation per section per semester
GENERAL COMMENTS
This impact assessment has been based on the most current Inforrnation available It is possible thatas course outlines and specific curriculum are developed further resources will need to be allocated Insupport of this programIt has also been based on the assumption that courses will take place at one campus location onlyObviously costs will Increase if some of the resources or services must be duplicated at multiplelocations
SUMMARY STATEMENT
The Foundation for Sustainable Horticulture proposal contains three new courses with subject areasranging from Agricultural pests biological control to Woodland gardening The proposal indicatesthat these courses will Incorporate practical demonstrations online Instruction and researchpresentations In order to support this new program the library will need to upgrade primarily ourmonograph collection This can be done at not too great a cost comparatively
PREVIOUS COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT
Currently our collection contains some material appropriate to the proposed content of this programHowever many additional specific titles would be required and new subject areas developed to supportsuch a unique programThe existing library materials in the subject areas of sustainable horticulture have been collectedprimarily to add breadth to related collection areas Although there are some materials in the collectionon these subjects generally they have been acquired In the broader context of existing Diplomaprograms In the School of Horticulture
FUTURE COLLECTION NEEDS
More current relevant and specific materials would need to be purchased to adequately address theneeds of students enrolled in this program Student and Instructor needs for this proposed programwould be significantly more extensive than the Library collection could currently support The collectionwill need to be enriched In order to more fully meet studentsneedsIn addition many faculty members will be actively working on their own studies and will require accessto recent research resources
COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT OBSTACLES
Funding it is recommended that funding for library resources be continued and Increased In order tobuild the type of library collection appropriate to an Institution offering citations certificates diplomasand academic baccalaureates
Time it Is obvious that building an appropriate library collection will take place over a period of time Itis important that the Library continue to be involved In the development of new degrees in order thatsufficient preparation time is available for the planning and building of new library collections
Total Estimated Startup Costs One Time I na
Total Estimated Annual Costs Ongoing I 13000
Assessment prepared b
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Degree and Proposal Assessment Committee RaisonLibrarian signature
July 5 2007
Assessment reviewed by
Dean of Leamer Resources signature
Date July 11 2007
Mardi 2004Ar
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DATE
July 5 2007
SUMMARY
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Please attach this section only to program concept
KWANTLEN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LIBRARY
IMPACT ASSESSMENTSUPPORT FOR PROGRAM PROPOSALIREVISION
NAME OF PROGRAMCitation and Certlflcate In Sustainable Horticulture
Part B
The Library supports in principle the development and implementation of the proposed Foundation forSustainable Horticulture Citation
The Foundation for Sustainable Horticulture proposal contains three new courses with subject areasranging from Agricultural pests biological control to Woodland gardening The proposal indicatesthat these courses will incorporate practical demonstrations online instruction and researchpresentations In order to support this new program the library will need to upgrade primarily ourmonograph collection This can be done at not too great a cost comparatively
Currently our collection contains some material appropriate to the proposed content of this programHowever many additional specific titles would be required and new subject areas developed to supportsuch a unique program
The existing library materials in the subject areas of sustainable horticulture have been collectedprimarily to add breadth to related collection areas Although there are some materials in the collectionon these subjects generally they have been acquired in the broader context of existing Diplomaprograms in the School of Horticulture
More current relevant and specific materials would need to be purchased to adequately address theneeds of students enrolled in this program Student and instructor needs for this proposed programwould be significantly more extensive than the Library collection could currently support The collectionwill need to be enriched in order to more fully meet studentsneeds
In addition many faculty members will be actively working on their own studies and will require accessto recent research resources
Funding it is recommended that funding for library resources be continued and increased in order tobuild the type of library collection appropriate to an institution offering citations certificates diplomasand academic baccalaureates
Time it is obvious that building an appropriate library collection will take place over a period of time ItIs important that the Library continue to be involved In the development of new degrees in order thatsufficient preparation time is available for the planning and building of new library collections
SUMMARY OF STARTUP ANNUAL COSTS
Online databases We
Audio visual materials2000Periodicals2000Reference titles 4000Monographs5000
Total annual costs 13000
Mardi 20041r
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Prepared by
Reviewed by
tDPAC liaison Librarian Signature
Dean of Leamer Resources Signature
I support this collection assessment
I do not support this collection assessment
Program developerSignature
Program developerSIgnature
Data
Please provide reasons for non support of assessment These will be attached to the assessmentdocument
Appendix G Marketing Impact Assessment
Byemail received 7 September 2007
Hi Gary
We often recommend 20000 for the first year of any new program to give the marketing andrecruitment the best Jumpstart we can Whether we Hort and Marketing depts get that amount ofmoney Is different story but its hard to market and generate awareness without spending money soI encourage you to lobby hard for money
This breakdown may change a little as In some cases some printing depending on project etc canbe done internally at our printshop thus reducing or removing those costs As well most of the labouris free but we found some shortterm help Is usually needed
Other marketing and communications activities would also occur but these would not generate hardcosts They include strategic planning marketing planning media relations press releases websitedevelopment graphic design high school liaison and supporting community event participation
The general marketing costs breakdown for that first year at 20000 Is thlsPrint Advertising campaigns 10000Radio Ad Campaign 3000Brochure Printing 1000Targeted Mailers postage 2000Auxiliary Employee Support 3000Promo Items 1000
If we could only get 1000 thls would be the general breakdownPrint Advertising campaigns 7000Brochure Printing 1000Targeted Mailers postage 1000Auxiliary Employee Support 1000
Hope this helps
Peter Chevrler Director Marketing and Communications
Appendix H Other Internal Consultations Sustainable Production citation
DEPARTMENT CONTACT LOCAL
Accounting Services Roy Dayldn 2455
planning and budgeting
Admissions Records Graduation Jody Gordon 2018
planningforprogram admission registration impact onscheduling etcJoshua Mitchell Director Enrolment Services L 2474 8 June 2007Thank you for the opportunity to review your Foundation for Sustainable Horticulture concept Please acceptmy response on behalf of Enrolment and Registrar Services Based on the Information presented 1 do notanticipate any challenges with respect to Education Advising or Student Awards and Financial Assistance Iwould ask that the planned implementation date be provided as leadtime for the Implementation of a newprogram can impact a programs successGiven the proposed format of delivery of the proposed citations It Is unlikely that students will be eligible forStudent aid Telephone conversation 5 May 2008
Julia Denker Registrar Offices L 2336 4 June 2007Regarding number of students expected to be enrolled In the programs 15 In each these numbers appearreasonable However if the programs are offered as selective entry will there be enough spaces In the coursesbeing shared with other Hort diploma programs Not selective entry space will be adequateInstitutional Resources
What kind of physical space 1s required for the additional courses NoneCosts
Operating costs are these programs being offered as selective entry programs NoIf they are offered asselective entry programs additional workload resources would be required In Admissions Your program areawould not Incur this cost this comment serves only to Illustrate the rising cost to managing the programareas If they are not offered as selective entry programs the change to workload In Admissions is minimal
Bookstore
planningfor textbook ordering etcSherry Martell L 2131 May 28 2007Bring It onl This will not Impact significantly on textbook ordering as the majority ofordered for existing courses so It will be good just to Increase enrolmentsLouise Peters L 3220 May28 2007This does not seem to bring any significant Increase In workload and in fact will helpthe courses already being offered In HORT designations I look forward to 1t
Marketing and Public Relationspromotions recruiting etc and costs ofsameNo reply received fromemail request for input
Peter Cbevrler
texts are already being
to streamline some of
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Counselling Susan Morris 2513
support services anticipatedfor program students etcSusan Monis 28 May 2007The new Citation as presented does not appear to require any additional Input from Counselling Shouldstudents require counselling services over the summer during their work placement there are Counsellorsavailable during that period either on campus or by phone so this does not provide any challenges
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Cooperative Education Sevin Heath Ansley 2013
coop work experience applicable to programNo reply received from amail request for input
Educational Advising Financial Awards Villa Pinto 2015
degree advising student loan eligibilityNo reply received fromemail request for Input
Facilities Karen Hearn 2442
planningfor space needs specialfacility needsKaren Hearn Director Facilities 2 June 2007
It is though anticipated that this Increase In offerings within Horticulture will help to Increase utilization Inexisting specialized spaces that Horticulture are currently using By providing offerings online during theevening and Saturdays there is a further opportunity to ensure that additional facilities are not required tosupport these offerings
If renovations or additions to the campus are required considerable advance planning and securing of funding IsrequiredIt is exciting to see this potential program offering which supports Increasing sustainability within theHorticultural industry and Is complimentary to the Institute and Kwantlensvalues of sustainabitityHuman Resources Liz McKinley retired 2066
planningforfaculty recruitment etcNo reply received
NB these citations are not expected to Increase the need for Facultystaff within the School of Horticulture
LET Paula Hennas 3399
planning re software needs system capacity and limitations
Paula Hennas 28 May 2007The things that would impact IET are in relation to technology for example are the new credentialsdependant on a new piece of software that would need to be purchased and installed in the labs would thatsoftware require a brand new type of printer or plotter or any other digital equipment that would have acapital cost and maintenance costs Would the new credentials require a new computer lab in which to run
Having stated that the program does not require any new computer tab or software Paula Hannas replied IETdoes not have any concems
Library Services Linda Rogers 2540
collections AV needs etc
Allison Richardson 28 May 2007Gaps do exist in the library collection on the topics of sustainable production landscaping and businessHowever the library is currently focusing on building up those areas The library will request additionalfunding for new resources but after a very quick assessment I think that we will be able to build a useablecollection within a reasonable time frame and budget
Purchasing Print Services Scott Gowen 2134
special equipment need printing manuals etc
Scott Gowan 28 May 2007Thankyou for providing an overview of your new program and it should not present any concems forMaterial Management Purchasing or the Print Production Centre Thanks Scott
Recreational Services
No reply received fromemail request for Input
Cori Andrichuk 2005
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Appendix I External Consultations Contacts Groups in Survey for SustainableProduction Citation
Producers
Growers of greenhouse edibles 3 businesses consulted March 2006Growers of greenhouse omamentals Several businesses consulted Spring 2006Field crops 10 businesses consulted FebruaryMarch 2006Landscape producers 13 businesses consulted March 2006
Education
Colleges Including but not limited toUCFV Dr Norma Senn Dean of Agricultural Dept retiredCaptleno College Rob Welsh Instructor Landscape HorticultureUniversity of North Carolina Dr Mary Peet Professor Dept of HorticulturalScience
Nova Scotia Agricultural College Dr Derek Lynch Canada Research ChairOrganic AgricultureBCIT Anita Green MLA Education Coordinator Centre for the Advancementof Green Roof Technology
Students
Kwantlen Horticulture Diploma Program students 22 students surveyedAlumni from the horticulture programHorticulture Education BC PJ Bums Executive Director secondment completed2007
ResearchExtension
Government Research and Extension Officers
BC Ministry of Agriculture and LandsDave Trotter BC Ministry of Forests Extension Service SurreyJennifer Curtis Greenhouse and Mushroom Industry Specialist BC Ministry
of Agriculture and LandsAgriculture Canada
Dr David Ehret Researcher Pacific Agriculture Research CentreAgriculture and AgrlFood Canada Agassiz BC
Dr Les Schipp Researcher Ontario Ministry of Agriculture HarrowResearch Centre ON
Kenna MacKenzie Research Scientist Agriculture and AgriFood CanadaKentvilie N5
Dr Mark Goettel Research Scientist Agriculture and AgriFood CanadaLethbridge AB
Other
Institute for Sustainable Horticulture KwantlenUnniveristy College DrDebbie Henderson Chair Dr JIM Matteoni Acting Chair 2006
Associations
BC Greenhouse Growers Assoc Mr Amandeep Bal MSc Research CoordinatorCertified Organic Associations of BC Klrsten Kane Executive Director until 2007
Industry Suppliers and other interested partiesGeneral Product suppliers
Bob Macadam BSc Biologicals Coordinator Westgro SalesJohn Whittaker Depot Manager Terralink Horticulture AbbotsfordStephen Ng Manager Canadian Organic Products Victoria
Private Consultants and Researchers
Kevin Talbot Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc Oregon USAShannon Buckshaw ES Cropconsult Vancouver BCCarolyn Teesdale ES Cropconsult Vancouver BCJanice Elmhirst Elmhirst Diagnostics and Research Abbotsford BCJasblr Mann DM Crop Consulting and Diagnostics Surrey
Sustainable Production Program Survey Results
Program Proposal
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Total
repliesStudent Commerdal Education Research
GovtInd AssocSuppliersConsults
Gh Ls Turf Gh Ls Turf
47 9 12 2 7 4 7 7
Do you see a need for a sustainable horticulture program
Yes 37 9 9 2 3 3 5 6
No 4 3 1
Are you aware of any existing training being offered
Yes 6 1 1 4
No I dontknow
5 1 3 1
No I believenone available
1 1
Would it be suitable to deliver such a program at Kwantlen Langley
Yes 31 8 11 2 1 3 2 4
No 4 2 2
Which of the following would be your preferred method of program delivery
Full time 12 5 5 1 1
Parttime 9 3 4 1 1
Daytime 5 3 2
Evenings 3 1 1 1
Weekends 3 2 1
Distance 4 1 1 2
Practical 1 1 3 2
Sustainable Production Program Survey Results
Program Proposal
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Sustainable agricultural practices tillage croprotations cover crops
Soil biology husbandry x 3
Sales marketing x 4 Pest and Disease recognition and control x 7Managing landscapes naturally Plant Identification
Diversity of landscape settings Organic turfgrass landscape managementOrganic vegetable production Organic flower production
Green roof skills Understanding of environmental protectionAbility to think holistically and globally Understanding of production costs and business
management skills x 5Practical farming experience on farm Transition production practices x 2
Importance of customer relations How to become certified organicLegislation x 3 Production practices x 2
Climate management Good agricultural practicesGeneric Food Safety Public Speaking skills
Composting techniques AgroeconomicsSocioeconomics or Social Environmental
ethics
Statistics for field work
Research skills for field work Plant nutrition Experience in Held agriculture
If the program was delivered as 5 courses each or 5 hrs per week over 15 wks would that suit you
Yes
Gh Greenhouse
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Ls Landscape Turf Turf Maintenance
What skills would you expect to obtain or expect an employee to obtain from such a programResponses recorded here are those directly as stated by people surveyed not selected by themfrom a list they were offered
How far would you be willing to travel to attend such a program These are individual responses
Total
repliesStudent Commercial Education Research
GovtInd AssocSuppliersConsults
1 hour 15 miles
Gh Ls Turf Gh Ls Turf
40 kms 1 hour 1 hour 45 mins
30 mins 2 hours 1 hour
If the program was delivered as 5 courses each or 5 hrs per week over 15 wks would that suit you
Yes 14 5 6 2 1
No 2 1 1
Gh Greenhouse
61
Ls Landscape Turf Turf Maintenance
What skills would you expect to obtain or expect an employee to obtain from such a programResponses recorded here are those directly as stated by people surveyed not selected by themfrom a list they were offered
How far would you be willing to travel to attend such a program These are individual responses
30 mins 15 mins 1 hour 1 hour 15 miles
40 km 3 km 30 mins 1 hour 15 mins
1 hour 40 kms 1 hour 1 hour 45 mins
30 mins 2 hours 1 hour
Gh Greenhouse
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Ls Landscape Turf Turf Maintenance
What skills would you expect to obtain or expect an employee to obtain from such a programResponses recorded here are those directly as stated by people surveyed not selected by themfrom a list they were offered
How far would you be willing to travel to attend such a program These are individual responses
What other comments would you like to make
Course Proposals Greenhouse Production option
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What specific courses would you expect to be Included In a Sustainable Horticulture program
Total
repliesStudent Commercial Education Research
GovtInd AssocSuppliersConsults
Important to involve industryThis is needed good luck Think globally
Dont get caught in the organic only trap Look at some pests in more detail than acourse normally allows
Keep it hands on I would be v interested to take a greenhouseveg course
Dont do a specific program but offer it as partof the current diploma
18
I want to keep up to date
13 1 2 1
Erosion control
Working with depleted soils
Do you see a need for a sustainable greenhouse vegetable production program in BC
Yes 17 11 1 2 3
No 1 1
What other comments would you like to make
Course Proposals Greenhouse Production option
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What specific courses would you expect to be Included In a Sustainable Horticulture program
Need workers who want to work This is greatly needed every successNeeds broadbased include both organic and
conventionalLangley is a good location make sure students
do a research project tooInclude a co op term with a grower Important to involve industry
This is needed good luck Think globallyDont get caught in the organic only trap Look at some pests in more detail than a
course normally allowsKeep it hands on I would be v interested to take a greenhouse
veg course
Dont do a specific program but offer it as partof the current diploma
Send me information
I want to keep up to date Yes there is definitely a demandExcellent ideal
Residential horticulture
What other comments would you like to make
Course Proposals Greenhouse Production option
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What specific courses would you expect to be Included In a Sustainable Horticulture program
Role of economics in sustainable agriculture Developing economic thresholdsOrganic standards and practices Legislation suggested twice
Basic computing skills databases Planning for ProfitThe global nature of horticulture Export markets
Soil management suggested three times Medicinal Culinary herb productionIntegrated Pest Management Field production raised bedsCombined turf landscape Business courses
Water Management Govemment issues responsibilitiesNatural practices In Landscapes Residential horticulture
Green Roofs for the future Erosion control
Working with depleted soils
What other comments would you like to make
Course Proposals Greenhouse Production option
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What specific courses would you expect to be Included In a Sustainable Horticulture program
Would It be suitable to deliver such a program at Kwantlen Langley
Yes 8 6 1 1
No
Which of the following would be your preferred method of program delivery
Full time 4 2 1 1
Parttime 2 2
Daytime 1 1
Evenings 2 2
Weekends 3 3
Distance
Practical 1 1
If the program was delivered as 5 courses each or 5 hrs per week over 15 wks would that suit you
Yes 6 4 1 1
No 2 2
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One respondent was from Vancouver Island the other suggested a course delivered via videos andworkbooks
What skills would you expect to obtain or expect an employee to obtain from such a program
How far would you be willing to travel to attend such a program
20 miles 3040km 40km
Record keeping Report writingPractical skills Understanding of organics
Knowledge of soils and plants
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One respondent was from Vancouver Island the other suggested a course delivered via videos andworkbooks
What skills would you expect to obtain or expect an employee to obtain from such a program
How far would you be willing to travel to attend such a program
20 miles 3040km 40km
What specific courses would you expect to be included in a Sustainable Horticulture program
What other comments would you like to make
Course Proposals Landscape option
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Total
repliesStudent Commercial Education Research
GovtInd AssocSuppliersConsults
Record KeepingOrganic certification standards Fertility and nutrition
Soil biology Marketing and Sales twiceCompost management Post harvest handling
16 12 4
Do you see a need for a sustainable landscape management program in BC
Yes 15 11 4
No
Would it be suitable to deliver such a program at Kwantlen Langley
Yes
No
What specific courses would you expect to be included in a Sustainable Horticulture program
What other comments would you like to make
Course Proposals Landscape option
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Business Tax incentives 5 suggestions Evaluation of organic varietiesIntegrated Pest Management 7 suggestions Weed control
Greenhouse construction Record KeepingOrganic certification standards Fertility and nutrition
Soil biology Marketing and Sales twiceCompost management Post harvest handling
What specific courses would you expect to be included in a Sustainable Horticulture program
What other comments would you like to make
Course Proposals Landscape option
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Unclear what would make It unique Is there an Industry based advisory committeeGood Idea Delta grower Needs heavy focus on practical work Include
a work practicumGreat Idea grower from Vancouver Island Good to see Kwantlen Is persulng this
important and growing sector in BCagriculture
What specific courses would you expect to be included in a Sustainable Horticulture program
What other comments would you like to make
Course Proposals Landscape option
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Which of the following would be your preferred method of program delivery
Full time 7 6 1
Parttime 9 7 2
Daytime 7 5 2
Evenings 4 2 2
Weekends 1 1
Distance 1 1
Practical
If the program was delivered as 5 courses each or 5 hrs per week over 15 wits would that suit you
Yes 9 8 1
No 5 2 3
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What skills would you expect to obtain or expect an employee to obtain from such a program
How far would you be willing to travel to attend such a program
What specific courses would you expect to be Included in a Sustainable Horticulture program
Environmental Studies case studies Sustainable Urban DesignRain gardensPlant ID for Naturscaping
Soil management Pesticide alternatives for landscapesSustainable Construction Practices suggested
three timesSustainable Irrigation Practices
Organic Practices for Landscapers suggestedtwice
Public Relations
Green Roof Technology
40 miles 23 km 20 miles
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What skills would you expect to obtain or expect an employee to obtain from such a program
How far would you be willing to travel to attend such a program
What specific courses would you expect to be Included in a Sustainable Horticulture program
Business skills suggested twice Landscape maintenanceSupervisory skills What makes landscape sustainable
How does sustainable affect
garden landscape designCommunity stability
Preserving resources Sustainable residential landscapingDesigning around the environment Urban sustainability
40 miles 23 km
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What skills would you expect to obtain or expect an employee to obtain from such a program
How far would you be willing to travel to attend such a program
What specific courses would you expect to be Included in a Sustainable Horticulture program
1 hr 1 hr 1 hr Y hr N hr
1 1 hr 16 hr 40 miles 23 km 20 miles
50 km 40 miles 23 km Y hr
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What skills would you expect to obtain or expect an employee to obtain from such a program
How far would you be willing to travel to attend such a program
What specific courses would you expect to be Included in a Sustainable Horticulture program
What other comments would you like to make
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Looks Great Make it an evening classFocus on urban development Distance education is paramountDont know enough about itl Try 2 courses over three terms
Lots of overlap with Diploma perhaps it shouldbe a Diploma specialization
Have consistent instructors with a common
goal
What other comments would you like to make
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Appendix J Letters of Support from External Organisations
November 19 2007
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To whom it may concern
New Horticulture Citation Programs
Gary Jones in the School of Horticulture has informed me of the Schoolsdesire to makeseveral new Citation programs available l understand that these short series of coursestaken by a student over the course of one to three semesters might include
Production Pest Management
Sustainable Horticulture
Horticultural Science
Greenhouse Facilities
have been involved in the horticulture industry for many yearsand I believe this concept isa good way to go Flower growers and bedding plant producers are always looking forpeople with the right attitude and some background production experience I would like tooffer my support for this initiative and hope to see it be successful
Yours sincerely
Robert PringleChief Executive Officer
Thursday November 08 2007
To whom it may concern
Re New Program Citations
GaryJones in the School of Horticulture has informed me of Kwantlensintention to make several new programs available in the form of a Citationcredential I understand that a citation will take the form of a short series ofcourses taken by a student over the course of typically one to threesemesters
Garysuggests that one of these citations could be Commercial Horticulture inBC and he tells me that this is intended to give new immigrants with highacademic credentials a good background to the industry here This would be ofparticular interest to me and my business needs
As someone with a long history of involvement in the horticulture industry inparticular the fruit and berry industry I think this concept is one I wholeheartedly support There are numerous career opportunities in this wonderfulindustry for people with the right attitude and some background experience ofhorticulture 1 would like to offer my support for this initiative and hope to seesuccessful graduates available for the workforce in the near future
YoursLpincerely
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To whom it may concern
New Horticulture Citation Programs
Yours sincerely
6Anne Kadwell BA NPDPresident
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I have been told by Gary Jones in the School of Horticulture that the Schoolswould liketo make several new Citation programs available as soon as possible I understand thatthese short series of courses taken by a student over the course of one to three semestersmight include
Nursery and Landscape Pest ManagementSustainable LandscapingHorticultural Science
Retail Garden Centre
Global Perspectives for HorticultureIrrigation
I know that many of the growers in the industry are always looking for people with theright attitude and some practical experience A series of short programs that couldprovide this experience and potentially supply a new wave of employees has to be worththinking about I would like to offer my support for this initiative and hope to see it besuEcessfiil
4102 5783 176A St Surrey BC V3S 6S6 Ph 6045753239 Fx 6045747773Info@horteducationbccom wwwhorteducationbccom
May 2 2008
Gary JonesInstructor and Chair Horticulture ProgramKwanllen University CollegeLangley BC
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Dear Gary
RE New Horticulture Citation Programs at Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Bruce McTavish in the School of Horticulture has informed me that the School wishesto make available several new Citation programs I understand that these short seriesof courses taken by a student over the course of one to three semesters mayinclude
Nursery and Landscape Pest ManagementSustainable LandscapingHorticultural ScienceRetail Garden Centre
Global Perspectives for HorticultureIrrigation
I have been involved in the nursery industry for many years and Tong tens learning isan excellentavenue for workers In the nursery industry to upgrade and expand theirknowledge base Nursery and forestry seedling producers are looking for people withthe right attitude and the right solid practical experience
I fully support this Initiative and wish the School every success with this new program
Bill dyDirector Education 8 Labour
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TO Degree and Program Assessment Committee
c Wayne Tebb John Western
FROM School of Business Curriculum Committee
DATE May 16 2008
suBJECr Amending BBAAccounting Degree
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MEMORANDUM
The School of Business Divisional Curriculum Committee has approved the proposed revisions to theBBAAccounting Degree Revisions have been made to the list of required courses in the degree andexpand the list of courses available for students to choose as an elective
1 Currently students are required to take an Economics course in their degree and may chooseeither ENTR 3150 Business Economics or ECON 2350 Intermediate Economics We wouldlike to add ECON 3150 Managerial Economics to this list so they have a choice from threedifferent economics courses to satisfy this requirement
2 BBA Accounting students have to take three elective courses to complete their degree Theseelectives may currently be chosen from third or fourth year Accounting or Entrepreneurialcourses We would like to expand the list of courses available to the students for theirelectives by also allowing them to choose ECON 3350 or FNSR 3350 as an elective
Accounting students have a great variety of backgrounds and are looking at many different careerpaths in their future This increase in the available economics courses to choose from allows the
student to select an appropriate higher level economics course that best suits their needs abilitiesand interests Many of our students have an interest in finance and investment Allowing FNSR 3350as an elective allows them to better pursue their interests
The proposed implementation date for these revisions is September 2008
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TO Degree and Program Assessment Committee
Cc Dianne Crisp Wayne Tebb
FROM Paul Leigh
DATE 23 May 2008
SUBJECT ENTR 3000 ENTR 3500 Course Number and Title Change
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MEMORANDUM
The School of Business Divisional Curriculum Committee has approved the renumbering of ENTR3500 to ENTR 3000 Rationale for this re numbering is for sequencing purposes Students wereconfused as to when to take this course within the BBA Entrepreneurial Leadership Program Thehigher number 3500 indicated to students that They would take this course as the last or nearly the lastcourse in the third year of the BBA program given for example that all other ENTR course numbers inthe third year ranged from 3110 3170
This renumbering will help provide clarity to the preferred order of when a student would take thiscourse within all BBA programs
All updates in calendar brochures will be made as well as revisions to courses that have 3500 as a prerequisite
This course is required in the third year of ALL three BBA degree programs Therefore this renumbering will have an impact on the required courses for the following credentials
BBA AccountingBBA Entrepreneurial LeadershipBBA Human Resources Management
Students will not be negatively impacted by this change as it is only a renumbering and title changenot a significant revision that effects the curriculum of the program in any way
The proposed effective date of this change is September 2008
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GDMA 1100 Fundamentals of Typographic Design I
GDMA 1110 Fundamentals of Image Development I
GDMA 1121 Print Production Software Applications 1
GDMA 1220 Print Production Software Applications 2
GDMA 2120 Print Technologies
GDMA 2220 Interactive Software Applications 1
GDMA 3120 Interactive Software Applications 2
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TO DPAC
C Rick Cuff Marge Damon
FROM Barbara Duggan
DATE April 28 2008
SUBJECT GDMA courses Adjustment of passing grades from 60 C to 68 B
MEMORANDUM
The following courses require a change in the passing grade from 60 C to 68 B
All of the other GDMA courses that require a passing grade of B were identified andpassed by DPAC several years ago and those identified above were meant to havebeen included in the previous submission
Rationale
The same rationale prevails as stated in a memo to Ed Council dated 23 Sept05 whenother GDMA courses were approved for the same changes
The program believes that maintaining appropriate standards of performance is criticalto the success of students and for building a solid reputation for the program GDMAfaculty members recommend this change based on their past experience as educators inthe GDMA program as instructors at other institutions and as former or currentprofessionals
A chart showing all of the prerequisite and corequisites affected by this change wassent under separate attachment dated April 25 08
DPACsapproval of the change of passing grade is requested for implementation in Fall2008
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TO DPAC
C Brenda Snaith
FROM Barbara Duggan
DATE 26May08
SUBJECT Replacing CMNS 1241 and 1242 with CMNS 1 140
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TWr kwantlenca
MEMORANDUM
At the May 2008 divisionsCurriculum Committee meeting IDSNs request to replace CMNS 1241and 1242 with CMNS 1 140 was approved This change will affect the Fall 2008 intake only
Rationale
A few years ago the IDSN program split a required 3credit course CMNS 1140 into two modules of15 credits each CMNS 1241 and 1242 in order to supply just intime delivery of its content to theIDSN students They have found that many students have either taken the full version of CMNS 1140preferred to take it in its entirety or preferred the option to take the course at a different time thantimetabled eg summer semester As a result it had become financially unrealistic to offer the coursein the split mode
A corresponding alignment will follow after DPACsapproval CMNS 1 140 will become aprerequisite course for IDSN 3500 and will be deleted as a corequisite for IDSN 2400 Note re IDSN2400 As a locked step program IDSN does not list their corequisites in the course outlines There is astanding arrangement that Admissions will verify that IDSN students are registered in all courses for asemester
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DPACsapproval is requested
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TO DPAC
C Brenda Snaith
FROM Barbara Duggan
DATE 26May08
SUBJECT IDSN program change renumbering IDSN 4761 to IDSN 4861
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MEMORANDUM
At the May 2008 divisionsCurriculum Committee meeting the request to change the number of IDSN4761 to IDSN 4861 was approved This is also a program change that requires DPACsapproval
The program numbers their courses by year and then by semester eg 4761 4 year 7111 semesterThere are a total of eight semesters in the degree program Currently IDSN 4761 takes place during theSpring semester the 8 semester but was timetabled as being in the 7 semester Changing the 2number of the course to 8 will correctly align the course with the rest and avoid future timetablingerrors
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