Stephen C. Myers, Head of the Department, 316 Plant Sciences Building, 575-2603
DISTINGUISHED PROFESSOR EMERITUS MOORE; UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR EMERITUS ROM (R.); PROFESSORS EINERT, HUANG, KLINGAMAN, MORELOCK, MURPHY; PROFESSORS EMERITI BRADLEY, McFERRAN, MARTIN; ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS CLARK, PATTERSON, ROM (C.), WHEELER; ASSISTANT PROFESSORS ANDERSEN, COOPER, LAMB; ASSISTANT PROFESSOR EMERITUS McDANIEL
Horticulture (HORT)
Horticulture brings together many sciences in the solution of problems and development of industries concerned with fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental shrubs and trees. Each student will become familiar with all horticultural crops, but may choose to emphasize the food crops or the ornamental crops. Education in the basic and applied sciences gives the student an understanding of the growth of plants and the technology of their production and use. The choice of an area of specialization, production and management or science, allows students to select a curriculum that will best meet their own interests and objectives.
Positions are available in production, industries serving horticultural producers, marketing, inspection, research, teaching, extension, and communications. For some of these areas, advanced study is required.
Requirements for a B.S.A. Degree with a Major in Horticulture: A minimum of 15 semester hours in horticulture including HORT 3103 or 3113, 3303, 4103 or 4203, 4403, and 3203 or 4703 and 462V Students must select an area of specialization (production and management or science). For the production and management area, a minimum of 9 hours must be selected from: HORT 4203 or 4103 or 4503 or 3123 or 3203 or 4703; AGME 3103 or 4973 or 4983; AGRN 2003 or PLPA 2004 or ENTO 2013. For the science, area a minimum of 10 hours must be completed including: MATH 1213 (or higher level); AGST 4023 or STAT 2023 or STAT 2303; PHYS 2013/2011L or PHYS 2053/2051L. All entering freshmen or transfer students bringing in less than 24 hours are required to take HORT 100V, Special Topics (Horticulture Orientation) which is offered in the fall semester. An internship is required (HORT 463V). Prospective students must consult a departmental adviser for additional requirements. Students are encouraged to pursue a minor course of study (18-21 hours) in agricultural economics, agricultural education, agronomy, food science, entomology, plant protection/pest management, plant pathology, agricultural engineering, or turf science
Requirements for a Minor in Horticultural Production: 18 hours; Required courses: HORT 2003, AGRN 2203 Production Courses (minimum of two): HORT 3203, 3303, 4l03, 4203, 4503 or 4703. Plant Identification (choose one): HORT 3103 or HORT 3113. Propagation: HORT 4403.
Pre-Forestry (PFOR)
A program in pre-forestry is offered in the Department of Horticulture. This program is described on page 105. The forest products industry is a major employer in Arkansas and indications are that forestry will continue to grow as a provider of opportunities for employment.
Landscape Design and Urban Horticulture (LDUH)
The curriculum in landscape design and urban horticulture provides a strong science and horticulture background combined with training in landscape design. Horticulture in the urban setting is given emphasis in course work. This program provides instruction in selection, care, and use of plant materials together with the skills for design and maintenance of the residential, commercial, and public landscape. This program of study prepares graduates for careers with landscape nurseries, landscape architectural firms, landscape maintenance firms, urban agencies, and the extension service. An internship is required.
Requirements for a B.S.A. Degree with a Major in Landscape Design and Urban Horticulture: A minimum of 27 semester hours in horticulture including: HORT 3013 or 3113, 3303; 4103 or 4203; 4403; 3203 or 4703; 3123; 4503; 4603; 4613 and 462V. All entering freshmen or transfer students bringing in less than 24 hours are required to take HORT 100V, Special Topics, which is offered in the fall semester. Prospective students must consult a departmental adviser for additional requirements.
Requirements for a Minor In Landscape Design: 18 Hours. Required courses: HORT 2003. Ornamental Courses (4 courses): HORT 3103, 3113, 3123, 4033 or HORT 4603. Select one of the following: HORT 4003, 4403, 4503, 4613 or 4703.
Courses: Horticulture (HORT)
100V Special Topics (1-4) (Fa, Sp, Su) Topics not covered in other courses or a more intensive study of specific topics in Horticulture. May be taken for multiple credit.
1103 Plants in the Home Environment (Fa) A techniques course covering basic home fruit and vegetable production, including organic and sustainable methods, and the use and care of ornamental plants. Lecture 3 hours per week.
1203 Introduction to Plant Sciences (Fa, Sp) An introduction to basics of agricultural crop plant structure, growth and production. (Same as AGRN 1203)
2002 Floral Design (Fa) Basic principles of flower arranging through the creative use of plant materials and non-plant accessories to develop competence in expressive and decorative floral designs. Lecture 1 hour, laboratory 2 hours per week. Prerequisite: Horticulture, Landscape Design and Urban Horticulture, or Interior Design major.
2000L Principles of Horticulture Lab Corequisite: HORT 2003.
2003 Principles of Horticulture (Sp) Basic principles underlying the propagation, production, and handling of horticultural crops. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours, drill 1 hour per week. Prerequisite: BOTY 1013/1011L or HORT 1203. Corequisite: HORT 2000L.
3100L Woody Landscape Plants Lab Corequsite HORT 3103.
3103 Woody Landscape Plants (Sp) Identification, climatic adaption and landscape design values of woody ornamental trees, shrubs and vines. Lecture 2 hours per week. Corequisite: HORT 3100L.
3110L Herbaceous and Indoor Plant Materials Lab Corequisite: HORT 3113.
3113 Herbaceous and Indoor Plant Materials (Sp, Odd years) Identification, culture, and use of annuals and perennials in landscapes and foliage plants in interiors. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours per week. Corequisite: HORT 3110L.
3120L Installation and Maintenance of Landscape Plantings Lab Corequisite: HORT 3123.
3123 Installation and Maintenance of Landscape Plantings (Fa, Odd years) Principles and practical applications of planting methods for trees, shrubs, groundcovers, and turfgrasses; establishment of planting beds; cultural practices of pruning, fertilizing, irrigation, mulching, mowing, and pest control for landscape plantings. Prerequisite: HORT 3103 or consent. Corequisite: HORT 3120L.
3130L Advanced Woody Landscape Plants Lab Corequisite: HORT 3133.
3133 Advanced Woody Landscape Plants (Fa) Study of rare and unusual plant materials for specific landscape uses and examination of cultivars of commonly used landscape plants. Two hours of lecture, and one 2-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: HORT 3103. Corequisite: HORT 3130L.
3200L Floriculture Lab Corequisite: HORT 3203.
3203 Floriculture (Fa, Even years) Basic principles and practices involved in the production of flowers grown in the greenhouse and in the field. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours per week. Corequisite: HORT 3200L.
3300L Vegetable Crops Lab Corequisite: HORT 3303.
3303 Vegetable Crops (Sp, Even years) General course in vegetable crops with attention to the principles underlying methods of production and handling related to yields and quality of the products. Lecture 2 hours per week, laboratory 2 hours per week. Prerequisite: HORT 2003, AGRN 2203. Corequisite: HORT 3300L.
400V Special Problems (1-6) (Fa, Sp, Su) Original investigations on assigned problems in horticulture. Prerequisite: junior standing.
4030L Turfgrass and Landscape Management Lab Corequisite: HORT 4033.
4033 Turfgrass and Landscape Management (Sp, Odd years) Management of established residential, recreational, institutional, and commercial landscapes; development of cultural, pest management, irrigation, and landscape care equipment programs for turf, other plantings, and non-plant areas; preparation of management specifications, bids, and contracts. (Same as AGRN 4033.) Prerequisite: HORT 3123 or consent. Corequisite: HORT 4030L.
4100L Tree Fruit Science Lab Corequisite: HORT 4103.
4103 Tree Fruit Science (Fa, Even years) Physiology of water relations, mineral nutrition, flower formation, pollination, fruit growth, pruning, dwarfing, dormancy and winter injury, as applied to principles and practices of tree fruit production. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: HORT 2003, AGRN 2203/2201L. Corequisite: HORT 4100L.
4200L Small Fruit Production Lab Corequisite: HORT 4203.
4203 Small Fruit Production (Fa, Odd years) Principles and practices involved in the production of grapes, strawberries, brambles, and bush fruits. Lecture-recitation 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours per week. Prerequisites: HORT 2003, AGRN 2203/2201L, and junior standing. Corequisite: HORT 4200L.
4400L Plant Propagation Lab Corequisite: HORT 4403.
4403 Plant Propagation (Sp, Even years) Principles of plant propagation using seeds, cuttings, grafting, budding, layering and tissue culture. The physiological basis of propagation is described. Knowledge of plant growth and physiology is needed. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours per week. Corequisite: HORT 4400L.
4410L Tissue Culture Laboratory Corequisite HORT 4413.
4413 Tissue Culture Principles and application of tissue culture techniques with emphasis on micropropagations and genetic manipulation for the improvement of horticultural and agronomic crops. Lecture topics cover aseptic techniques, medium preparation, regeneration through somatic embryogenesis and organogenesis, mutant selection, embryorescue, meristem culture, haploid, somatic hybridization, and genetic transformation. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. Corequisite: HORT 4410L.
4500L Nursery Management Lab Corequisite: HORT 4503.
4503 Nursery Management (Fa, Odd years) Principles and practices in the production and handling of woody ornamental stock; management of the retail nursery and garden center. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours per week. Prerequisite: HORT 2003 or consent. Corequisite: HORT 4500L.
4600L Basic Home Landscape Design Lab Corequisite: HORT 4603.
4603 Basic Home Landscape Design (Fa) Fund-amental principles of landscape design with practical exercises in planning and preparing master planting plans and cost estimates for the home grounds. Studio 6 hours per week. Prerequisite: HORT 3103 or consent. Corequisite: HORT 4600L.
4613 Advanced Home Landscape Design (Sp) Preparation of design installation detail drawing, specifications, cost estimates and competitive bid documents for planting and small scale construction in residential landscapes. Studio laboratory 6 hours per week. Prerequisites: HORT 3103, 4603.
462V Internship for Landscape Design and Urban Horticulture (1-6) (Fa, Sp, Su) A supervised practical work experience in a nursery or landscape design, maintenance, or contracting business to gain professional competence and insight into employment opportunities. A maximum of 6 hours credit is permitted. Prerequisites: junior standing and consent.
463V Internship for Horticulture (1-6) (Sp) A supervised practical work experience in a horticultural business or research program to gain professional experience in horticultural operations and insight into employment opportunities. A maximum of 6 hours credit is permitted for degree credit. Prerequisites: minimum of 60 hours completed coursework.
4703 Greenhouse Management (Fa, Odd years) Greenhouse management and operation with special emphasis on construction, heating and cooling systems, energy conservation, daylength and temperature control and production cost management. Lecture 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: HORT 2003 or consent.
5001 Seminar (Fa, Sp) Prerequisite: advanced standing and consent.
503V Special Problems Research (1-6) (Fa, Sp, Su) Original investigations on assigned problems in horticulture. Prerequisite: graduate standing and consent.
5043 Advanced Plant Breeding (Fa, Odd years) Application of genetic principles to the improvement of crop plants. Presentation of conventional plant breeding methods and special techniques such as polyploidy, interspecific hybridization and induced mutation. Lecture 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 3323/3321L or ANSC 3123, AGRN 4103, and consent.
5103 Current Concepts in Temperature Zone Pomology (Fa, Odd years) Current theory, research and production concepts in temperate zone pomology, specifically as related to Malus Prunus and Pyrus species. Attention is on the tree's physiology and response. Lecture-discussion 3 hours per week. Prerequisites: HORT 4103, BOTY 4304, or AGRN 5013.
5120D Crop Molecular and Physiological Genetics Drill Corequisite: HORT 5124.
5124 Crop Molecular and Physiological Genetics (Sp, Even years) Study of genome organization and expression in agronomic and horticultural plants, with emphasis on genes regulating physiological processes. Lecture 3 hours, discussion 1 hour per week. (Same as AGRN 5124.) Prerequisites: BOTY 4304 and BIOL 3323/3321L or ANSC 3123. AGRN 5013, CHEM 5813, and 5843 are recommended but not required. Corequisite: HORT 5120D.
600V Master's Thesis (1-6) (Fa, Sp, Su) Prerequisite: graduate standing and consent.
602V Special Topics in Horticulture (1-3) (Irregular) Discussion and advanced studies on selected topics in genetics, plant breeding, physiology and culture of horticultural crops. May be taken for multiple credit. Prerequisite: graduate standing and consent.
6033 Genetic Techniques in Plant Breeding (Fa, Even years) In-depth study of genetic improvement and techniques. Covers both current and classical literature. Topics to be discussed: haploidy, genetic control of pairing, somatic instability, tissue culture and protoplast fusion, and male sterility. Lecture and discussion 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: BIOL 3323/3321 or ANSC 3123, AGRN 4103 or equivalent.
6040L Tissue Culture and Biochemical Methods in Plant Breeding Lab Corequisite: HORT 6044.
6044 Tissue Culture and Biochemical Methods in Plant Breeding (Fa, Even years) Lecture, discussion, and laboratory course, covering the latest biological, molecular genetics, biochemical genetics, and other techniques used in applied genetics and breeding of crop plants. Tissue culture, isoenzyme and protein analyses, and genetic engineering techniques are lab topics. Lecture and discussion stresses application of these methods to present and future crop improvement programs in agricultural and forest plants. Lecture-discussion 2 hours, laboratory 4 hours per week. Prerequisites: AGRN 4103, BOTY 4304 and consent. Corequisite: HORT 6040L.
Courses: Forestry (FORS)
2000L Fundamentals of Forestry Lab Corequisite: FORS 2003.
2003 Fundamentals of Forestry (Fa) Study of the general principles of forestry. Covers the production, protection, and use of forests and forest products. Tree identification, timber estimating and silvicultural practices are stressed in laboratory. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. Corequisite: FORS 2000L.
2100L Dendrology Lab Corequisite: FORS 2104.
2104 Dendrology (Irregular) Identification, taxonomy, distribution, silvical characteristics, and economic importance of major woody plant genera of North America. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours per week. Corequisite: FORS 2100L.
2200L Elementary Forest Mensuration Lab Corequisite: FORS 2203.
2203 Elementary Forest Mensuration (Irregular) Use of mensurational instruments and techniques in forestry, estimation by sampling, elementary statistical analysis of measurements of the tree and forest. Lecture 2 hours, labora tory 2 hours per week. Prerequisite: MATH 1203. Corequisite: FORS 2200L.
502V Special Topics in Forest Biology (1-4) (Irregular) Advanced studies in selected aspects of forest ecology, modeling, forest genetics, and tree physiology not available in other courses. May be taken for multiple credit. Prerequisite: graduate standing and consent.
5103 Advanced Silviculture (Irregular) Analysis of contemporary silvicultural practices and their ecological, economic, and sociological implications, especially as related to the forests of the Mid-South. Lecture 3 hours per week. Prerequisites: courses in forest ecology, silviculture, and/or consent. (Monticello)
5203 Forest Industry Management (Irregular) Principles and case studies in analytical, managerial, and interpersonal skills for forest industry; financial analysis, balancing forest outputs, leadership theory, issue management, and conflict resolution. Lecture three hours per week. Prerequisite: graduate standing or consent. (Monticello)
5301L Forest Tree Improvement Laboratory (Irregular) Computation and interpretation of genetic parameters. Techniques for clonal, open- and control-pollinated progeny tests are covered. Emphasis on interpretation and its application to tree improvement. Laboratory, 3 hours per week. Prerequisites: FORS 5303 or consent of instructor. (Monticello) Corequisite: FORS 5303.
5303 Forest Tree Improvement (Irregular) Genetic basis of variation in forest species and principles of utilizing this variation in tree improvement programs. Techniques of selection, breeding, progeny, testing, and provenance are covered. Lecture 3 hours per week. Prerequisites: courses in genetics, silviculture, statistics and/or consent of the instructor. (Monticello) Corequisite: FORS 5301L.
5403 Environmental Issues (Irregular) Survey of history, policies and problems associated with the use of natural resources. Lecture, 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: courses in ecology and/or consent of instructor. (Monticello)
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