BIOL 4370 - Urban Gardening-Organoponics

Institution:

The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

Subject:

Biology

Description:

A true teaching and experiential-learning course providing students the opportunity to understand and employ basic techniques of plant production, maintenance, harvesting and processing. Students will become familiar with concepts of soil quality, preparation techniques, and soil improvement strategies, using different treatment and management approaches. Students will learn to use and manipulate basic implements utilized in gardening activities, and to evaluate alternative methods / approaches to the use of agrochemicals to guarantee the production of true natural organic products. Students will also be involved in planning and organizing activities for the establishment of urban gardens. 2 contact hours / week, including field and classroom sessions. Prerequisite: BIOL 1120 or ESC 1510 or department head approval. Laboratory/studio course fee will be assessed.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utc.edu

Phone Number:

(423) 425-4111

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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