Golf Course Maintenance Certificate (CAS.GOLFCM)

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Certificate in Applied Science

23 Credit Hours

The Golf Course Maintenance certificate program provides short-term training for individuals employed in golf course maintenance and those wishing to enter the field. The program is structured so that novice students can develop basic skills, and those individuals currently employed at golf courses can upgrade their skills through formal coursework combined with on-the-job training. This on-the-job training consists of supervised work experience in which students are placed at a golf course for hands-on practice with chemical and fertilizer application equipment, as well as training in routine maintenance practices. Students must see the Horticulture faculty for more information.

Major Requirements

CWE 112 - Cooperative Work Experience Credit: 2
HRT 110 - Plant Form and Function Credit: 4
HRT 121 - Commercial Irrigation Credit: 3
HRT 125 - Soils Credit: 4
HRT 144 - Plant Pests Credit: 3
HRT 240 - Pesticides Credit: 4
HRT 241 - Turf Management Credit: 3

Total: 23

Admission Requirements

Students who are at least 18 years old and have acceptable scores from the SAT, ACT or placement test can be admitted into this program without a high school diploma or GED.