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NCSU TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS
We offer undergraduate and graduate degree programs that answer the need for highly
trained individuals at all levels of our occupation. For students wishing to gain
technical expertise, the turfgrass management curricula leading to an Associate's
degree is available in the Agricultural Institute. Students wanting a Bachelor of
Science degree also have curricula in turfgrass management from which to choose.
The demand in the turf industry and graduate school for baccalaureate TAT graduates
continues to be strong, and due to the growth of golf course and athletic facilities,
demand is expected to increase.
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Once again this winter NC State University, in cooperation with TCNC, will be offering our 13th Annual Turfgrass Short Course.
Date: Jan. 12-16, 2008
Location: McKimmon Center, Raleigh NC
Downloads: Brochure with Registration Form
ONLINE REGISTRATION
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The News & Observer talks to Dr. Grady Miller to learn about the impact of drought and what to do next. Read article
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In a recent review of turfgrass programs in the United States, TurfNET magazine recognized the undergraduateTurfgrass Management Programs at NC State University as #1 IN THE NATION.
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CS021 - Turfgrasses and Their Uses
An introduction to turfgrass species and their uses. Emphasis on: size and scope of the turfgrass industry, basic concepts of grass growth and development, characteristics of cool- and warm-season turfgrasses and their use for golf courses, lawns, athletic fields, and other applications. Techniques for successful establishment and maintenance of turfgrass areas.
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CS022 - Principles of Turfgrass Management
CS 022 PRINCIPLES OF TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT SPRING
CREDIT HOURS: 3 SYLLABUS
INSTRUCTOR: Cooper
PRE-REQUISITES: CS 021
RESTRICTIONS: None.
DESCRIPTION: An examination of cultural practices essential for management of high quality turfgrass areas. Topics include: function of plant nutrients, fertilizer characteristics and application techniques, irrigation programming, construction of high use turfgrass areas, calibration of spreaders and sprayers, aerification, pesticide fate and developing effective management systems.
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CS053 - Turfgrass and Ornamental Weed Control
General principles in development of turfgrass and ornamental weed prevention and management programs. Different weeds and their life cycles and management techniques and factors affecting herbicide performance. Laboratory includes weed identification and herbicide application methods.<
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CS055 - Advanced Turf Management
Turfgrass management covering mineral nutrition, water relations, environmental stress responses and management regimes for low maintenance turf, golf courses, athletic fields and other turf settings.
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CS200 - Introduction to Turfgrass Management
Credit will not be awarded for both CS 200 and CS 210 (Utilization of turfgrasses for lawns and recreational areas). Emphasis on: the cultural and environmental benefits of grassed areas, concepts of grass growth and development, selecting adapted grasses for proper use, techniques for successful establishment and management of cool-and-warm-season turfgrasses, fertilization, irrigation, aeration, and pest management. The history and benefit of natural and artificial sports fields will also be discussed.
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CS210 - Lawns and Recreational Turfgrass
Utilization of turfgrasses for lawns and recreational areas. Emphasis on: the cultural and environmental benefits of grassed areas, concepts of grass growth and development, selecting adapted grasses for proper use, techniques for successful establishment and management of cool-and-warm-season turfgrasses, fertilization, irrigation, aeration, and pest management. The history and benefit of natural and artificial sports fields will also be discussed.
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CS400 - Turf Cultural Systems
Topics include: golf course design considerations, fertilizer characteristics and application techniques, irrigation programming, construction of high use turfgrass areas, calibration of spreaders and sprayers, aerification, pesticide fate and development of effective management systems.
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CS465/565 - Turf Management Systems and Environmental Quality
Integration of turfgrass management systems and the use of BMPs and IPM to protect environmental quality. Examination of water quality issues relative to turf. Application of Best Management Practice and Integrated Pest Management strategies.
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CS470/590T - Advanced Turfgrass Pest Management
Characteristics and ecology of turfgrass weed, insect, and disease pests; identification and diagnosis of turfgrass pests, strategies for managing pests including cultural, mechanical, biological, and chemical methods; development of integrated pestmanagement programs, characteristics and modes of action for herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators; behavior and fate of pesticides in soil; and the development and management of pesticide resistant pest populations.
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The Crop Science Department sponsors two curricula in the Agricultural Institute (2 year degree program). The two curricula offered are Field Crops Technology (FCT) and Turfgrass Management (TGM). They both provide technical training within their subject areas and upon completion result in an Associate Degree. For more information select 'Areas of Study' and then select the program of interest.
General Course Requirements (23 credits)
| COURSE |
TITLE |
CREDITS |
| AGI 010 |
Introduction to the Agricultural Institute |
1 |
| AGI 011 |
Writing Skills I |
3 |
| AGI 012 |
Writing Skills II |
3 |
| AGI 014 |
Mathematical Skills I |
3 |
| AGI 015 |
Mathematical Skills II |
3 |
| ARE 011 |
Agricultural Records and Accounting |
3 |
| ARE 012 |
Introduction to Agricultural Economics |
3 |
| SOC 051 |
Community Leadership |
3 |
| PE 1** |
Fitness and Wellness Elective |
1 |
Major Course Requirements (41 credits)
| COURSE |
TITLE |
CREDITS |
| BAE 023 |
Light Equipment Technology |
3 |
| CS 021 |
Turfgrasses and Their Uses |
3 |
| CS 022 |
Principles of Turfgrass Management |
3 |
| CS 053 |
Turfgrass and Ornamental Weed Control |
3 |
| CS 055 |
Advance Turf Management |
3 |
| CS 090 |
Turf Seminar |
1 |
| ENT(TOX) 021 |
Pesticides and Their Utilization |
3 |
| ENT 063 |
Ornamental & Turf Insects |
3 |
| HS 011 |
Plant Identification |
3 |
| HS 062 |
Landscape Maintenance |
3 |
| PP 055 |
Diseases of Ornamentals and Turfgrasses |
3 |
| SSC 012 |
Principles of Soil Science |
4 |
| SSC 051 |
Fertilizers and Soil Fertility |
3 |
| *** *** |
Free Electives |
2 |
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CAREER TRAINING |
NO CREDIT |
Total Required Hours for Graduation 64
| FIRST YEAR |
| Fall Semester |
Credits |
Spring Semester |
Credits |
| AGI 010 |
Intro. To Agric. Inst |
1 |
AGI 012 |
Writing Skills II |
3 |
| AGI 011 |
Writing Skills I |
3 |
ARE 012 |
Intro. Ag. Econ |
3 |
| AGI 014 |
Agricultural Calculations I |
3 |
ARE 021 |
Agricultural Accounting |
3 |
| CS 021 |
Turfgrass and Their Uses |
3 |
AGI 015 |
Agricultural Calculations II |
3 |
| HS 011 |
Plant Indentification |
3 |
CS 022 |
Princ. of Turf Management |
3 |
| SSC 012 |
Principles of Soil Science |
4 |
CS 090 |
Turf Seminar |
1 |
| 17 |
16 |
| SECOND YEAR |
| Fall Semester |
Credits |
Spring Semester |
Credits |
| CS 053 |
Turf & Orn. Weed Control |
3 |
BAE 023 |
Light Equipment Technology |
3 |
| ENT 021 |
Pesticides and Their Use |
3 |
CS 055 |
Advanced Turfgrass Management |
3 |
| PP 055 |
Diseases of Ornam. & Turf |
3 |
ENT 063 |
Ornam. & Turf Insects |
3 |
| SSC 051 |
Fertilizers & Soil Fertility |
3 |
SOC 051 |
Community Leadership |
3 |
| HS 062 |
Landscape Maintenance |
13 |
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Electives (to achieve 64 total) |
* |
| 15 |
12+electives |
Total Hours Required for Graduation 64
KEYWORDS FOUND IN THIS ARTICLE:
Graduates of the Curriculum for Turfgrass Science Major ( TFG; updated Nov. 2006) are prepared to provide turf management expertise for sod production; athletic field preparations and maintenance, roadside vegetation management, and the lawn care industry. Graduates of the program are prepared to assume managerial positions in all these areas because a sound education in economics and business and personnel management is obtained in addition to the skills and knowledge required producing and maintaining a high-quality turf. The demand in the turf industry and graduate school for baccalaureate TFG graduates continues to be strong, and due to the growth of golf course and athletic facilities, demand is expected to increase. Turf Curriculum are updated by CALS (College of Agriculture and Life Sciences), please verify course selection with your NCSU academic advisor before registration.
KEYWORDS FOUND IN THIS ARTICLE:
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