TRF 110 Introduction Turfgrass Cultivation & ID

Lecture: 3 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4

This course covers the principles of reproduction, growth development, species characteristics, establishment and maintenance of golf courses and sports fields, and lawns. Topics include principles of reproduction, growth development, species characteristics, establishment and maintenance of golf courses and sports fields, and lawn applications. Upon completion, students should be able to identify turfgrass species and develop an establishment and maintenance plan for high quality turf areas in accordance with sustainable practices.

Course is typically offered in Fall.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, the students should be able to do the following:

Identify turfgrass species at various stages of development based on morphological and growth characteristics.
Develop a maintenance plan for golf and sports turf using Superintendents’ Guidelines, best management practices, and sustainable practices.
Demonstrate turfgrass establishment in a lab setting by selecting appropriate turf equipment and materials for optimal establishment.