EVL264 - Greenhouse Operations

Subject Title
Greenhouse Operations

Subject Description
Greenhouse and Nurseries are a key sector of the Landscape industry as they grow, nurture and supply the plants required for garden centers, contractors, parks, and municipalities. Greenhouses also grow many of our local vegetables, houseplants and more recently Cannabis Crops.  In this subject, students will gain an understanding of various greenhouse operations, structures and the crops that are commonly grown and cultivated.  Students will explore the physiology and anatomy of plants, different propagation methods, plant nutrition requirements and pest and disease management.   Students will assess the important factors needed to successfully grow crops in a greenhouse environment.   The course will consider greenhouse trends such as edible crops and urban farming, vertical farming and interiorscaping (I.e. landscaping an interior space).

Credit Status
One

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

1.         Comprehend the basic principles and techniques of both sexual and asexual plant propagation as used in the horticulture industry.
2.         Discuss how plants in a closed environment respond to the environmental elements of light, temperature, carbon dioxide, water and humidity.
3.         Explore the application of nutrition, water and other tools for managing plant growth.
4.         Identify common greenhouse design features and the materials used to build them.
5.         Distinguish the types of environmental control systems used in closed environments—including heating, light, humidity, air circulation, venting, energy curtains, irrigation, fertilization, and carbon dioxide systems.
6.         Understand and apply the principles of hydroponics and aquaponics plant production.
7.         Identify greenhouse pests and diseases and nutrient disorders. 
8.         Apply the principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to make recommendations for pest and disease management in a greenhouse environment.
9.         Explore current Greenhouse Industry Trends and Innovations.
 

Essential Employability Skills

    •  Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken and visual form that fulfils the purpose and meets the needs of the audience.

    •  Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication.

    •  Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.

    •  Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.

    •  Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences.

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