Landscape Technology a.k.a. Landscape Design is a course that is designed to qualify the student completing the courses for job entry into landscaping fields or to continue advanced training in post high school education. A combination of subject matter and activities is designed to teach technical knowledge and skills for entry-level positions in selling, selecting, and servicing.
Typical instructional activities include hands-on experiences with planning, designing, and growing representative flower crops; preparing and analyzing growing medium; tissue culture; alternative propagation methods; greenhouse management practices including environmental controls; participating in personal and community leadership development activities; planning and implementing a relevant school-to-work transition experience; and participating in FFA activities. The instructor will select units of instruction based on a local needs assessment.