TEXTBOOK(S)

No text will be used, handouts will be provided.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Students will be able to integrate basic ideas on sustainability into their turfgrass management approach; use BMPs and IPM as integral components in their turfgrass management programs; set up and interpret environmental monitoring programs for turfgrass sites.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

To integrate issues concerning turf management impact on water quality and ecosystem function into sound environmental management for turf situations.

GRADING

A total of 700 points is possible as follows:

Mid-Term Exam (100 points)

Final Exam (100 points)

Writing Assignments (200 points)

Term Project (300 points)

No curve will be used. The grade is determined on the total number of points.

ASSIGNMENTS

Are due at the beginning of the lecture or laboratory period. Late papers will not be accepted. All written assignments must be typed.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Class attendance is expected and role will be taken. Ten points will be deducted from your final total for each unexcused absence in excess of two. Students can access university definitions of excused absences from Attendance Regulation (REG02.20.3).

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

Scholarly activity is marked by honesty, fairness and rigor. A scholar does not take credit for the work of others, does not take unfair advantage of others and does not perform acts which frustrate the scholarly efforts of others. A scholar does not tolerate dishonesty in others. The violation of any of these principles is academic dishonesty. Academic dishonesty includes the giving, taking or presenting of information or material by a student with the intent of unethically or fraudulently aiding oneself or another person on any work which is to be considered in the determination of a grade or the completion of academic requirements. More specific definitions are set in the NCSU Code of Student Conduct (POL11.35.1). The students and faculty of NCSU believe that the willingness of students to affirm and adhere to the essential values of honesty and integrity in all their academic endeavors is exemplified in the Honor Pledge: I have neither given nor received unauthorized aid on this test or assignment. You should be familiar with the University’s policy on academic integrity found in the Code of Student Conduct and Honor Pledge described in the brochure on Academic Integrity at NCSU. This information can be obtained from the Department of Student Development located in Harris Hall. The content included in these documents applies to this course. Your signature on a test or assignment means that you have neither given nor received unauthorized aid and represents your commitment to honorable and trustworthy behavior that is in the spirit of the Honor Pledge. It is permissible for you to share class notes and study in groups. A grade of zero will be assigned to an examination, quiz, or assignment for which there is evidence of cheating.

DISABILITY SERVICES FOR STUDENTS (DSS)

Reasonable accommodations will be made for students with verifiable disabilities. In order to take advantage of available accommodations, students must register with (Disability Services for Students at 1900 Student Health Center, Campus Box 7509, 515-7653. For more information on NC State's policy on working with students with disabilities, please see the Academic Accommodations for Students with Disabilities Regulation (REG02.20.1).

STATEMENT ON LABORATORY SAFETY

All students are expected to exercise proper safety precautions in the laboratory. Safety guidelines will be reviewed during the first lab period, and as required during the semester.

STATEMENT ON PASS THROUGH CHARGES

Students are responsible for field trip fees.

STUDENT CONDUCT

The NCSU Code of Student Conduct describes the kind of student behavior that disrupts and inhibits the normal functioning of the University and the actions that the University will take to protect the community from such disruption. It is your duty as a member of the University community to read, understand, and adhere to the Code of Student Conduct. It is contained in the NCSU Handbook for Teaching and Advising as Appendix L.

The Crop Science Department at North Carolina State University is committed to providing all students with an educational experience and background that will serve as a platform for success in future professional and personal endeavors. A learning environment that fosters professionalism is central to accomplishing these objectives. For this reason, activities such asdrinking, eating, sleeping, tobacco chewing, smoking, or reading of non-class materials or any other activities that are disruptive to the classroom or laboratory learning environment will not be tolerated. You can be asked to leave class if these rules are violated. In addition, it is important to recognize that the equipment and classroom facilities used in our teaching endeavors are the property of the tax payers of North Carolina and as such, and will be treated with respect.

Revised August, 2008

CS 465/565 - TURF MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND

ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Fall, 2008

INSTRUCTOR:         Dr. Charles H. Peacock, 1215 Williams Hall                 515.7615 (office)

                                    E-mail: Charles_Peacock@ncsu.edu                            676.0891 (home)

LECTURES:              Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1403 Williams Hall, 10:15 to 11:05 am

OFFICE HOURS:      Dr. Peacock, Tuesday, 8:30 to 10:00 am or by appointment.

Student Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to integrate basic ideas on sustainability into their turfgrass management approach; use BMPs and IPM as integral components in their turfgrass management programs; set up and interpret environmental monitoring programs for turfgrass sites.

Grade Determination Policy:

Grades will be assigned as follows:

A = 652 - 700 points

B = 596 - 651 points

C = 540 - 595 points

D = 491 - 539 points

F < 490 points

No curve will be used. The grade is determined on the total number of points.

Assignments: Are due at the beginning of the lecture or laboratory period. Late papers will not be accepted. All written assignments must be typed.

Lecture syllabus included is subject to change with or without notice.

Academic Integrity Policy:

The students and faculty of NCSU believe that the willingness of students to affirm and adhere to the essential values of honesty and integrity in all their academic endeavors is exemplified in the Honor Pledge:

I have neither given nor received unauthorized aid on this test or assignment.

It is University policy that all students sign the Honor Pledge on tests and assignments for each course as specified by the instructor. Faculty are authorized and encouraged to require all students to sign the Honor Pledge on all academic work.

For more information consult:

http://www.ncsu.edu/policies/student_services/student_conduct/POL445.00.1.htm

Crop Science Departmental Student Policy:

You are expected to act as a professional. There will be no eating, no drinking, no use of tobacco products, and no wearing of hats in the classroom.

Class Attendance Policy:

Class attendance is expected. Since there is no required text, all assignments will be from lecture notes, class handouts and internet web sites.

For more information consult:

http://www.ncsu.edu/policies/academic_affairs/pols_regs/REG205.00.4.php

http://www.ncsu.edu/policies/campus_environ/health_safety_welfare/POL04.20.1.php

Students with Learning Disabilities:

I am very interested in assuring that all students gain as much from this class as possible. If you have a learning disability and are being counseled through the LD Coordinator, Disability Services for Students, please let me know. It will be kept confidential.

For more information consult:

http://www.ncsu.edu/policies/academic_affairs/pols_regs/REG205.00.28.php

Course Evaluation:

Online class evaluations will be available for students to complete during the last two weeks of class (November 21-December 8).  Students will receive an email message directing them to a website where they can login using their Unity ID and complete evaluations.  All evaluations are confidential; instructors will never know how any one student responded to any question, and students will never know the ratings for any particular instructors.

Evaluation website:  https://classeval.ncsu.edu

Student help desk:  classeval@ncsu.edu

More information about ClassEval:  http://www2.acs.ncsu.edu/UPA/classeval/

Calendar of Important Dates: