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Arboriculture Certificate

Program Codes: ALM
Certificate

The Arboriculture and Landscape Management (ALM) Certificate is offered to corporate partners.

Students start in a Spring semester, return to their employers for the summer, and complete the certificate during the Fall semester.

Contact the Department Chairperson

Degree Requirements

The ALM Certificate requires 27 credits to complete.

Spring Semester

Dendrology
Course Code:
FOR 110
Course Group(s):
Analytical Reasoning & Scientific Inquiry - Foundation, BIOG: Organism Cluster, Degree Applicable, ENST: Environment & Science Cluster, FWSW - Wildlife Concentration: Botany Elective, Integrative Studies: ECOR Program Options, Integrative Studies: FOR Program Options, Integrative Studies: FW Program Options, Integrative Studies: NRCM Program Options, Lab Courses, Liberal Arts and Science Elective, NRCM: Organisms/Habitats Cluster, RECR: Natural World Cluster
Course Description:
The identification, taxonomy, ecology, geographic ranges and uses of trees of North America with emphasis on the commercially-important species. Field trips survey native Adirondack trees, shrubs, and some introduced ornamentals. (2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab). Completes General Education Requirements:AR-F, LAS
Credit:
3
Corequisites:
Coreq: FOR 110 Lecture, FOR 110 Lab
x
FOR 110
Dendrology
3
Landscape Fundamentals and Interpretation
Course Code:
FOR 130
Course Group(s):
Degree Applicable, FORT: Forest Technology Cluster, Integrative Studies: AALM Program Options, Integrative Studies: FOR Program Options
Course Description:

This course is intended to give the students an understanding and appreciation of landscape design fundamentals. Students will learn how to evaluate a site and construct a design to meet the needs of the site and property users. The foundations of proper landscape installation will also be reviewed. (2 hours lecture)

Credit:
2
x
FOR 130
Landscape Fundamentals and Interpretation
2
Arboriculture I
Course Code:
FOR 140
Course Group(s):
Analytical Reasoning & Scientific Inquiry - Reinforcing, Degree Applicable, ENST: Practitioner Skills Cluster, FORT: Forest Technology Cluster, Integrative Studies: AALM Program Options, Integrative Studies: FOR Program Options, Integrative Studies: NRCM Program Options, Lab Courses, NRCM: Practitioner Skills Cluster
Course Description:
The first of a two-course sequence concerning the discussion and practical training laboratory application of the skills needed to practice arboriculture. Material covered will include tree physiology, tree surgery, tree removal methods, fertilization, and general maintenance practices of shade and ornamental trees. (2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab). Prerequisite: FOR 120 Insects and Diseases of Trees or permission of the instructor. Completes General Education Requirements for: AR-R
Credit:
4
Prerequisites:
Prereq: Lecture: FOR 120 Lecture Min Grade: D Min Credits: 3.00
Corequisites:
Coreq: FOR 140 Lecture, FOR 140 Lab
x
FOR 140
Arboriculture I
4
Greenhouse-Turf Practice
Course Code:
FOR 225
Course Group(s):
BOT: Botany Minor Electives, Degree Applicable, Integrative Studies: AALM Program Options, Integrative Studies: SCWL Program Options, Lab Courses, SCM: Practitioner Electives, SCWL: Sustainable Practitioner Cluster, SUST: Sustainable Practitioner Cluster
Course Description:
The course covers various phases of greenhouse management including the construction and function of a greenhouse. Students will learn how to propagate annuals and woody plants from seeds and cuttings. The turf study portion of the course is intended to provide the students with a working knowledge of how to install and maintain various types of turf grass. (2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab). Prerequisite: Enrollment in Aboriculture and Land Management Program or permission of the instructor.
Credit:
3
Corequisites:
Coreq: FOR 225 Lecture, FOR 225 Lab
x
FOR 225
Greenhouse-Turf Practice
3
First Year Seminar
Course Code:
FYS 101
Course Group(s):
Degree Applicable, Liberal Arts and Science Elective, Responsibility & Expression - Foundation
Course Description:
First Year Seminar is an interdisciplinary discussion based course designed to explore questions of meaning, value, and responsibility encountered by individuals and communities. Through reflective activities, readings, projects, presentations and discussions students will develop: active listening skills, oral communication skills, respect for diverse opinions, and action plans that will guide independent, confident, decision making. Completes General Education Requirements:RE-F, LAS
Credit:
3
x
FYS 101
First Year Seminar
3

Fall Semester

Insects And Diseases Of Trees
Course Code:
FOR 120
Course Group(s):
Analytical Reasoning & Scientific Inquiry - Reinforcing, Degree Applicable, Integrative Studies: AALM Program Options, Integrative Studies: FOR Program Options, Lab Courses, Liberal Arts and Science Elective
Course Description:
This course presents the basic terminology and principles pertaining to the study of entomology and tree pathology. The taxonomy and morphology of insects will be covered, along with the categories and characteristics of diseases that affect trees. The students will learn to identify common insects and diseases of trees. Various control strategies will be presented with an emphasis on environmentally-sound methods. (2 hours lecture, 2? hours lab). Completes General Education Requirements for: AR-R, LAS
Credit:
3
Corequisites:
Coreq: FOR 120 Lecture, FOR 120 Lab
x
FOR 120
Insects And Diseases Of Trees
3
Arboriculture II
Course Code:
FOR 250
Course Group(s):
Analytical Reasoning & Scientific Inquiry - Reinforcing, Degree Applicable, ENST: Practitioner Skills Cluster, Integrative Studies: AALM Program Options, Integrative Studies: FOR Program Options, Integrative Studies: NRCM Program Options, Lab Courses, NRCM: Practitioner Skills Cluster
Course Description:
This is the second course of a two-course sequence concerned with the care and maintenance of trees. Topics covered will include tree physiology, plant selection, planting site modification, planting guidelines, construction damage to trees, and pest management. The lab sessions will provide the opportunity to apply tree maintenance practices and explore specialized areas of arboriculture, such as hazard tree management and lightning protection of trees. (2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab). Prerequisite: FOR 140 Arboriculture I or permission of the instructor. Completes General Education Requirement:AR-R.
Credit:
3
Prerequisites:
Prereq: Lecture: FOR 140 Lecture Min Grade: D Min Credits: 4.00
Corequisites:
Coreq: FOR 250 Lecture, FOR 250 Lab
x
FOR 250
Arboriculture II
3
Ornamental Dendrology
Course Code:
FOR 276
Course Group(s):
BOT: Botany Minor Electives, Degree Applicable, Integrative Studies: AALM Program Options, Integrative Studies: FOR Program Options, Lab Courses, PACM: Natural World Cluster
Course Description:
This course provides the opportunity to study woody plants that are used for ornamental purposes. Students will be required to identify and name the plants on the study list. Information pertaining to the uses of the plants, site requirements, and pest problems will also be covered. (1 hour lecture 4 hour lab)
Credit:
3
Corequisites:
Coreq: FOR 276 Lecture, FOR 276 Lab
x
FOR 276
Ornamental Dendrology
3
Introduction To GIS
Course Code:
GIS 201
Course Group(s):
Degree Applicable, ENST: Practitioner Skills Cluster, FORT: Forest Technology Cluster, Integrative Studies: ENVS Program Options, Integrative Studies: FOR Program Options, Integrative Studies: FW Program Options, Integrative Studies: NRCM Program Options, Lab Courses, Liberal Arts and Science Elective, NRCM: Practitioner Skills Cluster
Course Description:
This course will introduce students to the most widely used Geographic Information System software called ArcView. Students will learn what GIS is and how it works. High-quality maps will be created through projects that require students to analyze and organize information tailored to various situations. Students will also learn how professionals in a wide range of fields are using GIS and how it can be a useful tool in their future careers. (2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab). Completes General Education Requirement:LAS.
Credit:
3
Corequisites:
Coreq: GIS 201 Lecture, GIS 201 Lab
x
GIS 201
Introduction To GIS
3

OR

BUSI-ELEC
Business Elective
3

Choose a course with a prefix of ACC, ECN, MGT, or MKT.

Total Credits 27

Contact Information

Forestry

Dr. Brett McLeod

Pickett Hall 107

518-327-6990

bmcleod@paulsmiths.edu

 


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