12/26/2024 8:32:02 AM	FLORS300.4 Course Outline as of Spring 2000	New Course (First Version)
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  FLORS300.4	Title:  FLORAL CARE & HANDLING
Full Title:  Identification & Handling of Flowers, Foliages & Plants
Last Reviewed:2/1/2010

Units		Course Hours per Week			Nbr of Weeks	Course Hours Total
Maximum	1.00	Lecture Scheduled	2.00		8 max.	Lecture Scheduled	16.00
Minimum	1.00	Lab Scheduled	0		8 min.	Lab Scheduled	0
		Contact DHR	0			Contact DHR	0
		Contact Total	2.00			Contact Total	16.00
		Non-contact DHR	0			Non-contact DHR Total	0

Total Out of Class Hours:  32.00

Total Student Learning Hours: 48.00

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Non-Applicable
Grading:  Grade or P/NP
Repeatability:  04 - Different Topics
Also Listed As: 
Formerly: 

Catalog Description:

In-depth study of topics for people interested in working and advancing in the floral industry.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:

Recommended Preparation:

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

Specific study and techniques in the identification and care of cut flowers & foliage & potted plants.

(Grade or P/NP)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:
Repeatability:04 - Different Topics

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:		Effective:		Inactive:
Area:
CSU GE:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
IGETC:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
CSU Transfer:		Effective:		Inactive:
UC Transfer:		Effective:		Inactive:
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Not Certificate/Major Applicable

COURSE CONTENT

Outcomes and Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1.  Properly identify cut flowers, foliages, green and blooming plants.

2.  Properly process and care for cut flowers so as to maximize their

   lasting capabilities.

3.  Gain knowledge in the care of green & blooming plants.

4.  Demonstrate the correct mechanics of constructing dish gardens &

   English basket gardens.

5.  Demonstrate decoration and enhancement of planted gardens and

   other plants.

Topics and Scope

1.  Equipment used in processing of cut flowers - basic instruction

   a.  Knives & snips

   b.  Underwater cutting systems & choppers

   c.  Refrigeration requirements

2.  Identification

   a.  Standard flowers

   b.  Tropical flowers

   c.  Green plants

   d.  Blooming plants

3.  Product Procurement

   a.  Purchasing - quality & pre-care

   b.  Sourcing and variety knowledge

4.  Cleaning and processing of flowers and foliages

   a.  Hydrating techniques

   b.  Preservatives

   c.  Conditioning

   d.  Maintenance & cleaning

5.  Storage & Care

   a.  Refrigeration

   b.  Ethylene concerns

   c.  Cleaning & maintenance of equipment

   d.  Floral foam

6.  Water quality and effect on flowers

Assignments:

1.  Demonstrate proper care and handling of flowers, foliages and plants.

2.  Notebook including floral identifications, definitions and terms,

   descriptions of proper care and handling processes.

3.  Quizzes and exams.

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.

Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.		Writing 10 - 30%
Notebook
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.		Problem Solving 0 - 0%
None
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.		Skill Demonstrations 20 - 40%
Lab Work
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 10 - 30%
Multiple choice, Short Answers
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 20 - 40%
Attendance & Participation

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

Instructor Syllabus

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