2019 - 2020 College Catalog 
    
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2019 - 2020 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

GSTM 240 - Turfgrass Math


Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Laboratory Hours: 0

Prerequisite(s): MATH 128  

Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): None

This course will apply basic algebra, geometry and statistics to all aspects of horticultural sciences and turfgrass management. Students will learn calculations as the apply to estimating supplies and materials, calibration, tank mixing, area and volume, irrigation, drainage, budget and planning, equipment acquisitions, etc. This course will supplement other courses where this information may be introduced.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:
  1. Understand the calculations necessary for estimation of materials and supplies
  2. Calibrate all types of horticultural/turfgrass management application equipment
  3. Understand equipment replacement strategies
  4. Understand the mathematics of budget development and planning