Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Agricultural Technology Management & Education: Ornamental Landscape/Horticulture] From University of Arizona

This program provides course work in the basic sciences, technical agriculture, teaching principles and techniques, and communication skills. Students may choose an option in agricultural technology management or teaching. The Ornamental Landscape Option prepares students for careers related to the growing and management of ornamental landscapes. An internship experience is expected to be completed. Students completing this path also get hands-on experience which includes welding, plasma cutting, woodworking, electrical wiring, equipment operation, plumbing, irrigation, concrete, surveying, and small gas engines.

The knowledge of science, technical agriculture, management strategies, and economics, as well as the hands-on technical experience with welding, plasma cutting, woodworking, electrical wiring, equipment operation, plumbing, irrigation, concrete, surveying, and small gas engines gained from a degree in Agricultural Technology Management in the Ornamental Landscape concentration provides a strong foundation for careers in landscaping management, planning, and consulting. Graduates in Ornamental Landscape might work for landscaping plant and flower growers, botanical gardens, university and hospital campuses, or as small business owners.