Undergraduate Programs
The
golf and turf management degree provides students
with skills and experiences to build and maintain beautiful and functional
turfgrass environments. Extensive coursework in plant science, horticulture,
and turf systems helps students develop technical skills. Complementary
courses in recreation management and human relations skills provide background
for managing employees and customers.
 Student
learning blends hands-on with high-tech in a practical, career-oriented
environment. Internships may be completed at golf courses, business
complexes and office parks, public recreation areas, or with industry
suppliers.
Graduates will hold positions such as golf course manager or superintendent,
landscape or grounds manager or supervisor, sales or marketing representative,
scientist, and turf specialist.
Program Outcomes
Graduates of the golf facilities and turf systems management program
will
- demonstrate competencies
in turfgrass systems management;
- understand the
use of integrated pest management and resource preservation;
- demonstrate an
awareness of the need for continuing professional development;
- demonstrate problem-solving
skills in relation to turfgrass diseases, insects, weeds, and fertility issues;
- demonstrate skills in human relations and human resource management.
Course Requirements
Degree Requirements:
A total of 120 credits is required for graduation. Of this total,
47 credits are required in general education, 61 credits in the
major, and 12 credits in electives; 45 credits are required in upper
division courses.
Fore more information,
view the full course requirements. (Adobe
pdf Document)
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