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AGR1070 Landscaping 1

Introductory · 1 credit · NAT - Natural Resources

Description
Students learn about the techniques used to perform basic landscape services, focusing attention on plant identification, equipment and supplies, and basic maintenance tasks.
Prerequisite
None
Parameters
Access to a residential, recreational and/or roadside landscape and appropriate equipment and supplies. Facilities and equipment should permit students to perform practical tasks in basic landscape services; e.g., watering, corrective pruning, cultivation/mulching, weed control, installation/removal of plant material.
Supporting courses
AGR3000: Agriculture Safety HCS2020: First Aid/CPR with AED HCS3000: Workplace Safety Systems

Outcomes The student will:

  • 1 identify plants suitable for use in Alberta landscapes

    • 1.1 describe the general characteristics and functional uses of basic plant groups used in landscaping; e.g., trees, shrubs, ground covers and vines, flowers, turfgrasses

    • 1.2 explain the criteria used to identify individual plant species, including:

      • 1.2.1 common name

      • 1.2.2 general characteristics; e.g., plant height and shape, leaf structure and colour, flower or fruit characteristic

      • 1.2.3 growth/habits

      • 1.2.4 functional use of plant groups

    • 1.3 identify common tree, shrub, ground cover, flower and turfgrass species used for landscaping in Alberta by:

      • 1.3.1 identifying five deciduous trees

      • 1.3.2 identifying five coniferous woody plants

      • 1.3.3 identifying five annuals

      • 1.3.4 identifying five perennials

      • 1.3.5 identifying five turfgrass/ground cover species

    • 1.4 identify the cultural requirements of common trees, shrubs, ground covers, flowers and turfgrasses, including:

      • 1.4.1 water requirements

      • 1.4.2 light intensity and durations

      • 1.4.3 soil requirements

      • 1.4.4 temperature

      • 1.4.5 nutrient requirements

      • 1.4.6 maintenance; e.g., pruning and/or trimming

    • 1.5 distinguish between native and exotic trees, shrubs and ground covers

    • 1.6 create a record/logbook of a variety of specimens found in the Alberta landscape

  • 2 identify weeds and pests common in the Alberta landscape

    • 2.1 explain the criteria used to identify individual weed species, including:

      • 2.1.1 common name

      • 2.1.2 general characteristics

      • 2.1.3 growth/habits

    • 2.2 identify five weeds

    • 2.3 identify five pests

    • 2.4 discuss the advantages and disadvantages associated with the use of common pesticides/herbicides

    • 2.5 discuss practices for management of pests and weeds; e.g., biological, cultural, chemical, organic

  • 3 identify basic equipment, potential hazards and safety practices associated with landscaping

    • 3.1 describe the functions of basic hand tools and/or power equipment used for landscape preparation/maintenance, considering tools/equipment for:

      • 3.1.1 planting and transplanting

      • 3.1.2 cultivating, weeding and aerating

      • 3.1.3 thatch removing and raking

    • 3.2 describe the safe use of basic hand tools and/or power equipment used for landscape preparation/maintenance, considering:

      • 3.2.1 safe practices and potential hazards

      • 3.2.2 safety labels and instructions

      • 3.2.3 government legislation and regulation

      • 3.2.4 first aid

    • 3.3 identify and describe potential hazards related to chemicals used within the industry by:

      • 3.3.1 identifying chemical hazard symbols

      • 3.3.2 explaining the principal routes of entry of chemicals into the body

      • 3.3.3 listing symptoms of exposure to chemicals

      • 3.3.4 determining appropriate methods of storage for chemicals

    • 3.4 identify and describe the types of personal protective equipment (PPE) that can be used; e.g., earplugs, gloves, masks

    • 3.5 identify other methods of protection that can be used; e.g., lifting, loading, bending

  • 4 demonstrate practical skills in performing basic landscape services

    • 4.1 select an area in which to perform basic landscaping services

    • 4.2 identify the cultural requirements of the plants within this landscape or of the plants that are to be placed within this landscape

    • 4.3 demonstrate appropriate watering strategies for flower beds and woody plants; e.g., water conservation, run-off, drought tolerance

    • 4.4 perform basic landscape services; e.g., planting and transplanting, hardening off, cultivating, weeding, watering, aerating, removing thatch, raking, pruning

    • 4.5 demonstrate the safe use of chemicals, basic hand tools and/or power equipment in landscape preparation/maintenance

  • 5 demonstrate basic competencies

    • 5.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:

      • 5.1.1 communicate

      • 5.1.2 manage information

      • 5.1.3 use numbers

      • 5.1.4 think and solve problems

    • 5.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:

      • 5.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours

      • 5.2.2 be responsible

      • 5.2.3 be adaptable

      • 5.2.4 learn continuously

      • 5.2.5 work safely

    • 5.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:

      • 5.3.1 work with others

      • 5.3.2 participate in projects and tasks

  • 6 make personal connections to the cluster content and processes to inform possible pathway choices

    • 6.1 complete/update a personal inventory; e.g., interests, values, beliefs, resources, prior learning and experiences

    • 6.2 create a connection between a personal inventory and occupational choices

Program of Studies 2010. Source document, © Alberta Education.