13 courses with the subject HRT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
HRT 101Turfgrass Management
Turfgrass Management is an applied science course that provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of sustainable turfgrass management. Students will explore the culture and physiology of turfgrass, with a strong emphasis on organic practices for managing insects, diseases, and weed pressu Through hands-on activities, students will implement best management practices and apply the concepts learned throughout the course. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to create and maintain healthy, sustainable turfgrass environments.
An introduction to landscape design including site analysis and site organization skills necessary for students to create inspired and sustainable landscapes. Students will practice skill building during studio time which will focus on the selection of design elements such as plant material, hardscapes, site furnishings and h
An introductory study of the techniques commonly used in the installation and maintenance of landscapes, both residential and commercial. Techniques used in the installation of turf, trees, shrubs, rain gardens, along with pruning, transplanting, mulching and fertilizing will be covered
HRT 107Cannabis Law and the Regulatory Environment
This course will examine the legal and regulatory environment surrounding the cannabis industry, examining the scope and authority at both Federal and State levels concerning cannabis. Students will become familiar with the governing bodies that regulate the cannabis industry at the state level in MA.
A study of the important interactions between soils and growing plants. Basic plant structure, growth, and reproduction are considered along with plant response to environmental conditions. Soil factors affecting plant growth are covered in depth, including texture, structure, org
An introduction to modern arboricultural practices. Technical information regarding the care of ornamental trees and the trees of our urban forests will be presented. Students will expand on knowledge, skills and experience developed in the first year, including tree identification, tree risk management, arboricultura
This course introduces students to greenhouse growing. Construction styles, coverings, heating, ventilation and mechanization are examined. Current practices and theories on propagation, fertilization, healthy growing and integrated pest management (IPM) suitable for the New England grower will
Cultivation of legal cannabis, its origin, uses, and cultivation techniques are the focus of this course. Addressing the significant stages of plant growth and the various prop
HRT 209Cannabis Retail Product Development & Management
Understanding the relationship between cannabinoids and the endocannabinoid system is integral to product development. Students will learn the properties of various cannabis strains, potency, and how consumption methods interact with users. Extraction methods for cannabinoid compounds, including THC, CBD, CBN, and CBG, will
