UNIVERSITY COLLEGE Wed June 4 2008 415pm Agendas/… · Program revision fot in rmalton BBA...

KwantlenUNIVERSITY COLLEGE

1 Call to order 415

2 Confirmation of Agenda

3 Approval of Minutes of May 7 2008

4 Chairs Report

b1p For discus ion midsrr am program changes

IJ Adjournment

IS Next meeting Sept 10 2008 415 pm room G 2110

Distribution

Douglas BakerJackie Baron

Bruce BaileyPat Bennett

Roshan Cader

Dana Cserepes ChairRobert FlemingMeg GoodineJocelyn LymbumerShawn Erickson

Karen Metzger Recorder

NOTE Agenda only distributed to deans mailing list and to presenters

Degree and Program Assessment Committee DPACWed June 4 2008 415 pm

Room G 2110

AGENDA

Dana Cserepes

Joshua Mitchell

Maxine Mott

Wendy RoyalElaine Samwald

Takashi Sato Ex OfficioPanteli Tritchew

Tally WadeHeather Yuzik Student

FPP Ho icu ture Citations 430 Gary Jones

i veEddrt 7e1a ne CProgram Revision BB in Accoun mg 500 Gordon Fisher Pa 1ThT

Program revision fot in rmalton BBA AccountingBBA Entrepreneurial LeadershipBBA Human Resources Mana a lent 510 Panteli Tritchew

r dGa 2ta la 4 6cdip8 ArrogrrayProgram revision g A GDesign for Mar eting 520 Marge Damon R Cuff

9 Program revision AA In rio Design 535 ren neith Bh


Attendance Date

Degree Proposal Assessment Committee

NAME PRESENT ABSENT

IBaker Douglas

2 Baron Jackie R3 Bennett Pal

4 Cader Roshan

5 Cserepes Dana

6 Erickson Shawn

7 Fleming Rob or VP Academic rep

8 Lymburner Jocelyn

9 Mitchell Joshua ex officio Assoc Registrar

10 Bailey Bruce

I I Mott Maxine

12 Samwald Elaine

13 Royal Wendy

14 Sato Takashi ex officio EdCo Chair

15 Tritchew Panteli

16 Wade Tally k17 Yuzik Heather R

Guests

Meg Good i nee

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Metzger Karen Recorder 44


Attendance Date

Degree Proposal Assessment Committee

Kwantlen Degree and Program Assessment CommitteeDPAC

Wed May 7 2008 100 pmD 142

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

Present Bruce 13aileyPat Bennett

Jackie I3aron

Dana Cserepes ChairRobes FlemingJocelyn LymburnerKaren Metzger RecorderJosh Mitchell

MINUTES

Takashi Sato ex officioTally Wade

Regrets Douglas Baker Elaine Samwald

Shawn Erickson Wendy RoyalMaxine Mott

Panteli Tritchew

Heather Yuzik student

Guests Dana Goedbloed Tom McMath

Bob Hiltz Brian Carr

Geoff Dean Elaine Decker

Mark Hamilton Pa G

7Stephanie Howes 2

1 Call to order

Dana Cserepes called the meeting to order at 110 pm

She welcomed new members Pat Bennett and Roshan Cader who both attended for the first tine

2 Confirmation of Agenda

Moved by Josh Mitchell seconded by Pat Bennett to approve the agenda as presented

i110TION CARRIED

3 Approval of Minutes of April 2 2008

Moved by Jackie Baron seconded by Bruce Bailey to approve the minutes of the April 2 08 meetingas amended

MOTION CARRIED

4 ChairsReport

Deferred to the next meeting in the interest of time

5 Program revision Applied Science

Tom McMath explained that some prospective students planning to get an engineering degree choose not totake the Applied Science certificate at Kwantlen because the program name may be misleading andtherefore proposes to change the name to Certificate in Engineering

He also noted that it has become clear that APSC 1125 huroduction to Engineering a I5credit courseoffered over two semesters can effectively be replaced with APSC 1124 Introduction to Engineering a 1credit course delivered over one semester and that it will still meet UBC requirements UBC has expressedsuppon informally though the formal articulation must still be done

Degree and Proposal Assessment Committee DPACMinutes of Meeting May 7 2008Page 2

The department had discussed changing the course acronyms but found that the receiving universities use avariety of acronyms so the existing acronyms will be fine

Moved by Rob Fleming seconded by Jocelyn Lymburner to approve the program revision to theApplied Science certificate program as presented

AIOTION CARRIED

Implementation is planned for Sept 08

This will go forward to Education Council for approval

6 Revision BA CCJ

Elaine Decker presented the proposed revision to the BA Community Criminal Justice program whichconsists of lowering the CGPA from 3 to 2 For entry into third year of the program and which aligns it withthe BA Criminology Major requirements Die current requirement appears to be a technical barrier thatserves no valid purpose especially since bosh degree programs share some courses She noted that studentsin the BA Criminology Major program who entered 3 year with the CGPA of 2 generally raise theirCGPA in the 3 and 4 years

Bruce Bailey noted that statistics confirm that students who have found the right program generally performbetter than previously

The committee is interested in knowing how students with a CGPA of between 2 and 267 have fared in theBA Criminology Major program and recommends that the program track that information for severalyears

Moved by Joshilitchell seconded by Bruce Bailey to approve the program revision to the BA inCommunity Criminal Justice as presented

MOTION CARRIED


Implementation is planned for Sept 08

7 Program revision Applied Business Technology Certificate

Pam Galea explained that the current Applied Business Technology program legal assistant option iscurrently the only program offered for that reason and to make the program easier for students to identifythe department seeks to change the program name to Legal Administrative Studies certificate There is alsominor content change 487 125 Office Dt namics will be replaced by LGLA 1125 Legal Procedure andResearch

Moved by Jackie Baron seconded by Tally Wade to approve the revisions to the Applied BusinessTechnology program pending minor revisions program name changes to Legal AdministrativeStudies certificate

MOTION CARRIED

When Dana Cserepes has verified the revisions this will go fonvard to Education Council for review

Implementation is planned for September 2008

8 Program revision Graduate Nurse English Additional Language Certificate

Stephanie Howes presented a request to change the name of the Graduate Nurse English AdditionalLanguage certificate program to Graduate t arse internationally Educated certificate program The programwas revised for the January 2008 intake to exclude EASL courses as the College of Registered Nurses ofBC CRNBC had revised its guidelines foi referring students and now require prospective students tohave the English language upgrading completed to a specified level before taking the program Theproposed new program name better reflects the reality that some applicants are educated in English speakingcountries and only require nursing upgrading courses

Degree and Proposal Assessment Committee DPACMinutes of Meeting May 7 2008Page 3

Moved by Pat Bennett seconded by Roshan Cader to approve the program revision to the GradNurse English Additional Language certificate program as presented

MOTION CARRIED

For implementation September 2008

9 Program revision Bachelor of Applied Journalism

Mark Hamilton presented the proposed revision to the Bachelor ofApplied Journalism program Heexplained that it has become evident that a strong upper levels writing course is required To meet that needthe elective JRNL 4240 Social Issues Joumalism will become a required course content in several otherupperlevel courses will be rearranged to current industry standards and some content that no longer isrelevant will be dropped

Implementation is planned for Sept 2008 for students already in the program who have been consultedabout the proposed changes

Note for DPAC discuss in general terms how to deal with midstream program changes obligation to deliverprograrn students registered for

Moved by Pat Bennett seconded by Jocelyn Lymburner to approve the progratn revision to theBachelor of Applied Journalism as presented

MOTION CARRIED


10 Program revision CDMA

Deferred to next meeting as no one was available to answer questions in person Marge Damon wasavailable by phone but there was no phone in the meeting room

11 FPP Diploma in WeldingIechnology

Dana Goedbloed Bob Hiltz and Geoff Dean attended to present the full program proposal FPP for aDiploma in Welding Technology which was developed on the basis of the Trades Curriculum FrameworkFor Programs to Diplomalevel Credentias approved by Education Council in March 2005 TheFramework also complies with industry sector requirements

The proposed diploma meets provincial and national cenifrcation standards and includes Englishcommunication and business courses that will allow graduates to go on to higher credentials

The committee reviewed the proposal page by page and requested a few minor revisions It was alsosuggested that it would be helpful to provide advisory committee minutes from the time the program wasdeveloped The program was first offered in 2006 by special dispensation

There was discussion about whether the business courses could be replaced by other courses for studentswho may have other credentials and decide to pursue a welding education The proponents will take thatunder consideration

Moved by Tally Wade seconded by Rob Fleming to approve the full program proposal for a Diplomain Welding Technology program pending minor revisions

MOTION CARRIED

This will go forward to the Program Resource Review Committee re support courses from QualifyingStudies and the School of Business before going to Education Council

12 Next meeting June 4 08415 pm room G 2110

13 Adjournment Moved by Pat Bennett to adjourn the meeting at 225 pm


Proposal to Offer a Series of Horticulture Citations

Introduction

The School of Horticulture proposes to add 11 citations to the credentialscurrently offered These citations represent specialized subsets of courses thatare currently delivered as part of the Horticulture Technology Diplomaprogram In total this set of citations will meet the following goals

Provide a new entry point into the Diploma program so providing accessfor a new target audience c

Increase the efficiency of use of existing courses at no extra costOffer specialized credentials to practicing horticulturists andOffer programs of a length that can be reasonably completed by parttime students in one to two semesters

The selection of these citation programs has made on the basis ofExisting program strengthsRequests from potential studentsRequests from employers for credentialed professional development

The horticulture industry is currently facing a serious shortage of skilledpersonnel Some businesses have postponed expansion of their businessespartly because of this shortage Citation length programs allow new people togain a specialized skill set that can be used to gain appropriate employment inthe industry and as importantly permit students to readily ladder into adiploma or degree program in the future

Budget AssessmentThe School of Horticulture has experienced a softening of enrollment over thepast few years coincident with the significant upturn in the construction andnatural resource industries As a result we have unused capacity in manycourses and a high cost per student FTE By creating a new set of endpointsintermediate to a diploma we forsee the potential to recruit new students tothe program The number of new students attracted to the citation may berelatively modest at least for the duration of strong Provincial economicclimate and increased construction activity As a result this proposal requiresno additional course sections or any additional support staff costs Our currentoperating budget should also be sufficient to meet the increase in demand

created by the citations Longterm capital plans should also not be affected bythe anticipated increased enrollment

All current diploma programs are open registration programs so enrollmentand registration of students in the proposed citations should not add anyfurther costs to the admissions and registrar Adding new credentials willeventually add to the work of reviewing student transcripts for graduation

The most significant challenge potentially posed by this initiative would be ifhigh citation student demand started to impact diploma or degree studentsaccess to courses Were the citation programs that successful we would beasking for a priority registration system for full time diploma and degreestudents This priority status for full time students would allow us toeffectively recruit outside of commuting distance to Langley The School ofHorticulture already has a greater proportion of students from outside thetraditional Kwantlen catchment than other Kwantlen programs and thesestudents are important to us Students who enroll in full sets of classes aretypically full time attendees

Ongoing ViabilityThe ongoing viability of the citations is not a significant issue for thesecredentials nor are these credentials expected to diminish the viability or valueof the diploma programs Diploma programs are recognized as excellentcredentials by industry The diploma is the minimum requirement for amanagement career on golf courses or in the greenhouse sector Manymunicipalities have structured recent job vacancies to favor diplomagraduates The landscape diploma offers the full set of skills required to besuccessful as a small business owner Given the trend to increased regulatoryrequirements in the fields of horticulture we serve the diploma will carry morevalue over the next decade Given the low cost for implementation thecitations represent an effective way of immediately increasing our ability toattract students and our experience has shown that once a student has enjoyedsome success at Kwantlen they often opt to seek out the best credential fortheir goals ie go on to complete the diploma

Based on our previous experience with continuing education citations HRTAand with the horticulture technician certificate we believe that citation

offerings will be attracting new students to the program not diverting studentsfrom a diploma to a citation The students attracted to the earlier shortercredentials tend to be either too busy to commit to a diploma but areinterested in a credential or not confident enough in their own abilities tocommit to a full diploma program In both cases the conversion rate to adiploma from citation and certificate has been significant As studentsdiscovered they could be successful and as they achieved credentials theirinterest in completing diploma programs often grows

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SummaryThese citations are designed to support the horticulture industry meet thehorticultural interests of community members curious about horticulture andto help new immigrants with professional qualifications validate their foreigncredentials They are economically efficient in that we are using the citationsto help raise our FTE count without extra cost They also have the potential toidentify areas of high student interest which can then lead to a more efficientuse of section assignments and suggest areas for program development andfaculty upgrading

Gary JonesChair Production Horticulture and Program DeveloperThursday May 1 2008 L 3311 GaryJones@Kwantlenca

Name of Institution Kwantlen University College

Title of Program Horticulture Citations

Credential to be awarded to graduates Citation

Length of Program Minimum 2 semesters


Non Degree Program Proposal

Institutional Contact Gary JonesTitle Program Chair ProductionHorticulture

Phone 604 599 3311 Emall GaryJonesKwantlenca

Date 1 May 2008

A Executive Summary1 Al Summarize thepurpose oftheproposal

The School of Horticulture proposes to add 11 citations to the set of credentials currently offeredThese citations represent specialized subsets of courses that are currently part of our HorticultureTechnology program In total the set of citations will meet the following academic goals

Offering specialized credentials to practicing horticulturists andOffering programs of a length that can be reasonably completed by part time students In one totwo semesters

Furthermore the provision of a citation credential will likely help build capacity within existingdiploma courses and help secure the development of those advanced credentials

These citations are designed to support the horticulture industry meet the horticultural Interests ofcommunity members curious about horticulture and help new immigrants with professionalqualifications validate their foreign credentials They are economically efficient in that we are usingthe citations to help raise our FTE count without significant extra cost They also have the potential toidentify areas of high student Interest which can then lead to a more efficient use of sectionassignments and suggest areas for program development and faculty upgrading

Horticulturists provide society with the food we eat vegetables salads fruit and maintain the greenspaces that are essential to our recreational opportunities parks gardens school grounds golfcourses sports fields Performing these services to society in sustainable and healthy ways provideslongterm benefits to ourselves and future generations

In addition the courses offered in this program will provide significant opportunities for students to besuccessful in their personal lifelong learning within areas of sustainable horticulture

A2 Outline the key objectives and outcomes ofthe proposedprogram in one or two pages

Specific courses within each of the proposed citations are listed in Appendix A

Using a combination of classroom activities the School of Horticulture field labs field visits tocommercial industry partners students would Integrate technical knowledge and practical applicationStudents would broaden their perspectives within a global Industry and enrich their education

Graduates of one of the Horticulture Citations would be able to

Demonstrate an understanding of their chosen specific area of studyApply their knowledge in practical situations relevant to their specializationDescribe horticultural operations within the context of a specific sector of the IndustryCritically think through Issues facing the industry within the scope of one of the citationprogram areas

identify potential areas of employment within a given industry specializationDevelop essential skills relevant to the Job market specific to one area of horticulture

In addition if so desired students completing a Citation will be able to advance to complete theHorticulture Diploma programs at the School of Horticulture and so have opportunity to seamlesslyadvance further Into degree programs

These citation programs are designed to ladder with existing Diploma programs In the School ofHorticulture They utilize many existing courses and will increase the enrolment in those coursesUsing existing courses will reduce the initial set up costs associated with program development It willprovide additional entry points to the Diploma programs and it Is expected to encourage students tocontinue their studies to complete their Diplomas and some of those students will continue furtherinto existing BBA degrees and other fields of study

Program Rationale

Kwantlen University CollegeNon Degree Program Proposal

Horticulture Citations

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A3 Provide rationalefor the credential

The Diploma program at the School of Horticulture has been the capstone credential since the Schoolwas founded It Is a robust program based on the needs to industry and was developed with industryinput Traditionally students have enrolled full time and progressed through the required credentialsas a cohort typically completing the entire diploma within the two year timeframe

However there had been an increasing number of students wishing to take only some selected courseswithin a diploma program specialisation and to do so outside of the regular fulltime model Thesestudents have also registered their desire to have a formal qualification of some sort but have notbeen in a position to commit to the full diploma requirements They have indicated their ability tocommit to a shorter program that is more flexible with their personal circumstances and a citationwould suit this need

A review of the program offerings from other public post secondary institutions offering horticulturalprograms is attached at Appendix B This review was undertaken by Peter Chevrier DirectorKwantlen Marketing and Communications There is only one Institution offering a program similar tothe proposed Citation Malaspina University College offer two Certificate programs SustainableGreenhouse Management Sustainable Landscape Management These programs are 3 month 165credits and 5 month 195 credits respectively costing4000 and 54200 Both have only one intakeper year The proposed Kwantlen citations are of similar credit value but are more financiallyaccessible to students and offer more flexible intake times In addition the citations offer a much

Kwantlen University CollegeHon Degree Program Proposal


Page 3more diverse range of program specialisation and ladder Into the Kwantlen diploma offerings FurtherMalaspina note on their website that their Technician offering 9 month ladders into the Kwantlendiploma so it would be attractive to students to undertake all of their education here at KwantlenMalaspina is located on Vancouver Island so is likely to attract students from a different geographicalarea than the target audience for the Kwantlen citations

Capilano College Camosun College and University College of the Fraser Valley offer Certificateprograms eg Horticulture Technician of 810 months duration These are full time 5 dayweekprograms The proposed Kwantlen citations will be less intensive with respect to time commitmentduring any one semester and therefore have potential to attract a different target audience to thoseprograms offered by these other institutions

One of the real strengths of the Kwantlen Horticulture offerings is the opportunity for students toladder through several qualifications Previously students have been able to undertake HRTAHorticulture Access C Continuing Education CE and HRTT one year Certificate program coursesand then transfer those credits into the diploma program Data provided by KwantlensDepartment ofInstitutional Analysis and Planning is included at Appendix C This shows that over the period 20022006 after which neither HRTA nor HRTT courses were offered 24 students used 61 HRTA andorHRTT courses making up a total of 111 credits to proceed to Diploma completion These HorticultureAccess HRTA and Certificate HRTT credits therefore represent 24 students seamlessly ladderingthrough an average of 61 credits each 61 being the minimum for Diploma completion ie 1464educational credits The HRTA and HRTT credits are currently not being offered and so there is apotentially significant unfulfilled demand that could be met by HORT citation offerings

As these citation proposals are built around already existing HORTHRTT courses this will help buildcapacity in those courses Indeed many of the courses are Included in multiple offerings of thesecitations for example

Core courses first year DiplomaHORT 1217 Intro to Pests is included in 7 citation proposalsHORT 1102 Botany is included in 7 citation proposalsHORT 1155 Intro to Plant Identification is included In 7 citation proposals

Other courses in Diploma programHORT 1110 Intro to Sustainable Horticulture is included in 4 of these new proposalsHORT 1230 Turf Management 1 is included in 4 of these new proposalsHORT 1271 Production Practices is included in 4 of these new proposalsHORT 1110 Pesticide Applicator Certificate is included in 4 of these new proposals

B Program DescriptionBl State the goals and objectives ofthe new program

The proposed citations are

Pest Management Production

Citation goalsEnable students to develop practical skills in identification of and sustainable control methods forgreenhouse and nursery pest and disease within the framework of the production horticultureindustry in BC

Pest Management Landscape

Citation goalsEnable students to develop practical skills in identification of and sustainable control methods forlandscape pest and disease within the framework of the landscape industry in BC



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Pest Management Turf

Citation goalsEnable students to develop practical skills in identification of and sustainable control methods forpest and disease organisms within the framework of the commercial turf management industry inBC

Production Facilities

Citation goalsProvide students with a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of buildingmaintaining repairing and using greenhouse facilities and equipment within the context of thecommercial production and nursery industry in BC

Horticultural Science

Citation goalsProvide students with a foundation in fundamental horticultural science disciplines as a basis forfurther study within all program specialities

Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture

Citation goalsStudents will be introduced to concepts of sustainable horticultural systems within the focus ofeither residential landscape setting or greenhouse crop production and apply the corehorticultural disciplines of plant identification soil science and botany

Arboriculture

Citation goalsStudents will apply core horticultural disciplines of botany plant identification and pestmanagement to the selection establishment and maintenance of trees

Foundation in Landscape Design

Citation goalsProvide students with exceptional plant identification skills and the ability to prepare landscapedesigns drafted using modem computer aided design programs

Residential and Commercial Lawn Care

Citation goalsProvide students with the essential skills to install and maintain lawn facilities within the context

of residential and commercial settings

Garden Centre operations

Citation goalsEquip students with essential core skills of plant Identification and pest management to secureemployment within a garden centre and be able to develop plant care and plant propagationskills

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Commercial Horticulture in BC

Citation goalsA program specifically designed for graduates of agronomy or field based horticulture or selectedagriculture programs to provide upgrading or new skill development In protected crop productionin BC

Since the objectives of each citation are different these are set out fully in Appendix D

B2 Identify the target student audiencesfor thisprogram

Our target students are of several demographics

Recent high school graduates They may have already started horticultural education throughhigh school programs

Those who are working In industry and wish to upgrade their qualifications for careeradvancement

Applicants with other horticulture credentials who seek specialised programs horticulturecertificate graduates or horticulture joumeypersons

Midcareer changers Students may enter the program having already been successful inanother career area eg the hospitality industry and who are exploring horticulture as apotential second career

Existing producersbusiness operators Such students may be seeking some qualification forpersonal satisfaction or because they wish to continue their personal lifelong teamingopportunities

This program is open to all students who meet the University entrance requirements Life and previouswork experience are seen as advantageous for students applying to this Held of work A variety ofstudents from recent high school graduates to those reentering the workforce or making a careerchange have been successful in the current Horticulture Diploma program

B3 State how the institution satisfied itselfthat there is not unnecessary duplicadon in thesystem

There is no similar credential being offered at other publicallyfunded postsecondary institutions in theProvince providing horticulture offerings These citations are unique and fit extremely well with theladdering opportunities provided by the School of Horticulture programs

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B4 Provide evidence oflabour market demand

One of the proposed citations Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture is used here as a model ofthe potential labour demand

National Occupational Analysis data was accessed May 2007 at http wwwworkfuturesbcca Allthe data Indicates continued job growth and the potential for career development

Information specific to size of the organic food production industry Is included at Appendix E ThisIndicates significant growth opportunities for employment

A survey was undertaken in Spring 2006 to gauge the demand for this kind of qualification Thosesurveyed included growers industry association representatives educators alumni potential studentsFeedback in this is presented in Appendix 1

In his report to HortEducation BC Zbeetnoff outlines those jobs that are in most immediate needwithin the nursery and production sector of the industry These include

Job Categories Where Labour Needs are Most AcuteThe BC landscape and nursery industry employs a wide range of skills in positions ranging frompermanent fulltime to seasonal parttime In the nursery sector positions include supervisordepartment manager propagator grower assistant grower sales staff sales manager In the

landscape sector the following positions are reported landscape supervisor Landscape labourermaintenance supervisor maintenance labourer irrigation technician arborist and carpenter Inthe retail nursery sector positions include store manager assistant store manager departmentmanager sales associate in addition to some of the positions indicated for the other sectorsabove

Further the report statesSurvey data collected by BC Landscape 13 Nursery Association BCLNA and reported at the CanadianNursery Landscape Association CNLA summer meeting indicated that for landscapers and gardencentres access to qualified labour was their number one issue For growers access to qualifiedskilled and unskilled labour was their number two issue

From the same report A labour needs survey carried out by Landscape Nursery Trades Albertaindicated that thirty eight percent 38 of respondents reported having unfilled fulltime yearround skllled positions and nearly all 92 of these positions had remained vacant for more thanone month Landscape contractors also had difficulties with seasonal worker vacancies 70 ofrespondents were unable to fill all of their skilled seasonal worker positions 63 of respondents wereunable to fill all of their unskilled seasonal worker positions In a competitive job market and hoteconomy here in BC the same situation is now reflected locally

For turf programs the Western Canada Turfgrass Association WCTA maintains a jobs board and hasput up approximately 15 new postings per week over the period Jan May 2008 This representsapproximately 300 vacancies per year for semi skilled and junior management positions Source DavidDavidson Associate Dean School of Horticulture personal communication

The greenhouse vegetable sector has increased in size dramatically in the recent past from 250 ha in2005 to over 285 ha In 2007 Stats Canada data This is a high intensity industry and the increase inproduction area requires a similar increase in skilled supervisor manager workforce

The citations proposed here are designed specifically to provide successful students with the necessaryskills and qualifications to fill many of these rewarding career opportunities

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Page 7With respect to the nursery industry and therefore many of the citation proposals included here areport prepared for HortEducatfon BC In 2007 statedThere Is a continuing shortage of skilled and unskilled workers in every sector of the economy inWestern Canada horticulture Included and the horticulture industry is competing for labour on anincreasingly uneven playing field In all sectors retail landscape and nursery

Furthermore page 7 of the same report statesLandscape flans state that their minimum qualification for various positions from foreperson throughto sales staff is some level of postsecondary horticulture education

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And on page 39 the authors report thatRecommendations from employers themselves include offering courses In smaller bitesizedmodules so that employees are not offsite for extended periods

A further example of the potential job market is the organic sector hence a specific citation forsustainable horticulture The number of certified organic farms In Canada has grown nearly 60 to3555 in 2006 And given that BC has only 13 of Canadaspopulation but represented 26 of allCanadian certified organic food sales there is clearly room for expansion At a recent conferencethe majority of the 200 delegates were below the age of 30 wanting to start or have just started theirown organic businesses and were looking for information training and networking opportunities

Clearly there is a labour demand with employers requiring some postsecondary horticulturalqualification The citations are designed specifically to provide that level of education

Zbeetnoff Agro Environmental consulting October 2006 Labour Recruitment and Retention Phase1 Baseline Study of Landscape Nursery labour issues gaps and research needs in BC page 4 section2 Accessed athttowwwhorteducationbccomlabourphaseipdfMay 2008

2NK Marketing and Communications October 2007 Labour Recruitment and Retention Phase 3Marketing communication Strategies page6 Accessed athtte wwwhorteducattonbccomlabour ohase3odf May 2008

Statistics Canada

Certified Organic Associations of BC Annual General Meeting Sidney BC March 1 2008 personalattendance

C Curriculum

CI Describe the skills knowledge or other attributes students will develop from theprogram

From each proposed citation students will

acquire technical knowledge appropriate to their chosen area of expertisecommunicate the major issues surrounding that specific area of the industrygive examples of technical innovations or challenges faring that industry sectorapply new technical knowledge to given scenarios in order to seek answers to challenges so

Posedinvestigate new concepts with respect to commercial application within a given horticultural

Held of studypredict likely outcomes of given situations through team projects and scenariosevaluate information based on technical feasibility and social desirabilitydevelop essential skills written and oral communication problem solving critical thinking

teamwork planning work ethic

C2 Describe the programcourse structure



PagetEach citation will consist of a number of HORT courses The courses will be of 05 30 credit value

each The courses will be offered during the two semesters of Fall or Spring and will generally beoffered during daytime andor evening time slots Some may be offered on Saturdays dependent onenrolment Students will be required to attend at least two semesters due to timetabling of thecourses This will help spread workload for students thereby assisting student chances of successfulcompletion of citation requirements

Courses will be of 15 week duration each and will be timetabled to allow several to be taken in thesame semester Courses that form pre requisites to others In any citation will be taken first Eachcourse will typically consist of both a lecture and a laboratory practical session Lectures are 2hours in length and will include some or all of the following delivery formats formal lecture groupwork brainstorming watching video presentations debates roleplay student presentationsinvestigative work and in class assignments Laboratory practical sessions can take place in atraditional lab setting horticultural field labs greenhouse turf area landscape area computersimulation settings or industry site visits and will be between 15 and 25 hours duration

Students enrolled in citation credentials will be in the same classes as Diploma students thereby savingresources and increasing percentage enrolment In those classes This will also Increase student learningopportunities by sharing experiences and knowledge with students from other backgrounds

C3 Identify theprovincial national andor international certifications and standards achievedin the new program ifapplicable

Not applicable

D Program Consultations and Evaluation

Dl List the otherprovincial post secondary institutions consulted about the proposedprogram

The proposal will be taken to the BC Horticulture Articulation Meeting June 2008

Provide a list and summary of the nature of all other consultations1 Library impact assessment An assessment for one of the proposed citations Sustainable

Horticulture Is Included at Appendix F This citation represents the likely most expensiveproposed program since the subject area is the most recent to be addressed Other citationsInclude little new material and utilise many existing courses so there will be little impact onlibrary resources

2 Marketing and Communications impact assessment An assessment with respect to marketing andcommunications Is attached at Appendix G

3 Other Internal consultations are listed at Appendix H4 Other external consultations for a sustainable production citation are listed at Appendix I

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D2 State whether or not theprogram meets theprogram eligibility requirements as outlined aswwwbcsapbcca

Kwantlen University College is an eligible school under the StudentAldBC program However studentsare required to enrol in a minimum of 9 credits per semester to be eligible for student aid loans andtherefore these proposed citations will be unlikely to meet StudentAldBC requirements

D3 Indicate whatpoliciesprocedures areplannedfor ensuring adequate depth and breadth ofongoing review and evaluation once theprogram has been implemented

Review and evaluation of the citation program will follow standard Kwantlen procedure of review everythree years by intemal School of Horticulture Curriculum Committee and Faculty course and programdevelopers

Course evaluation is already undertaken by Faculty delivering individual courses as part of the Diplomaprogram This will continue and students undertaking the citation programs will be able to provideconstructive criticism via this route

External review and evaluation will be undertaken by the Departmental Advisory committee made upof Industry representatives

D4 Indicate whether safety and other risk managementfactors have been addressed whereappropriate

All courses are currently offered via the diploma program Student enrolment will be into these sameclasses and capped at existing class numbers for safety Issues There will be no further safetyrequirements above those already to place for Diploma students In these classes

E Admissions and Transfer

El Indicate how the institution plans to ensure students ability to access theprogramthrough transfer

All applicants are expected to meet the general Kwantlen admission requirements of English 12 with aC

Some Horticulture program courses within the confines of the Horticulture program haveprerequisites that may be completed In high school These prerequisites are

Mathematics 11 Principles or Applications with a C or HORT 1094 Required for many HORTcourses

El Describe how students will be able to transfer out ofthe proposedprogram into otherprograms within the same institution or at another institution

Students who are successful in completing the Citation will be able to continue directly into theDiploma program In Horticulture Technology and upon successful completion of the Diploma may bridgeto the BBA program

E3 Indicate how students will be able to transfer into related degreelevelprograms ifapplicable

Diploma graduates can bridge into the BBA program options by taking the required upgrading andacademic liberal arts courses

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Fl Include any additional information not addressed in the sections above that may behelpful in better understanding the major components oftheproposal

Citation Course Course name Credit value Delivery Prerequisites

Pest ManagementProduction

HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3 Spring None

HORT 1271 Production Practices Spring 2 Spring None

HORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3 Spring None

HORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3 Fall None

HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3 Fall None

HORT 2378 Greenhouse and Nursery Pests 3 Fall HORT 1217

HORT 1101 Pesticide ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05 Spring or Fall None

Total 175

Pest ManagementLandscape



HORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3 Spring None

HORT 2308 Landscape IPM 3 Fall HORT 1155 1201

HORT 1101 Pesticide ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05 Spring or Fall None

HORT 1240 Arboriculture I 3 Spring HORT1155


Total 185 credits

Appendix A Specific Courses Within Each Proposed Citation

Citations based on courses currently offered in Horticulture Technology programs

Citation Course Course name Credit value Delivery Pre requisites

Pest Management TurfHORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3 Fall None


HORT 1104 Soils Soil Amendments and Soil less media 3 SpringHORT 1230 Turf Management I 3 Fall HORT 1122 1134

Co RequisitesHORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3 Fall None

HORT 2333 Turfgrass Pest Management 3 Fall HORT 1230

HORT 1101 Pesticide Applicator Dispenser Certificate 05 Spring or Fall None

Total 185 credits


HORT 1171 Production Practices Fall 2 Fall None

HORT 1116 Introductory Equipment Maintenance 2 Fall None

HORT 2375 Greenhouse Facilities and Equipment 3 Fall HORT 1116

HORT 2473 Greenhouse Environments 3 Fall Math

HORT 2334 Irrigation Drainage and Lighting 3 Fall Math

HORT 1271 Production Practices Spring 2 Spring None

Total 15 credits



HORT 1104 Soils Soil Amendments and Soil less media 3 SpringHORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3 Fall None


Plus one of

HORT 1230 Turf Management I 3 Fall HORT 1122 1134

CoReqsor HORT 1240 Arboriculture I 3 Spring HORT 1155

or HORT 1261 Plant Propagation 3 Spring HORT 1102Total 15 credits

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Introduction to

Sustainable HorticultureHORT 1104 Soils Soil Amendments and Soilless media 3 Spring

HORT 1110 Intro to Sustainable Horticulture 3 Fall None

HORT boot Sustainable Horticultural Enterprises 3 TBA TBA New

and HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3 Fall None

or HORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3 Fall None

and HORT 1119 Landscape and the Environment 1 3 Spring None

or HORT 2490 Organic Greenhouse Vegetable Production 3 SpringTotal 15 credits

ArboricultureHORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3 Fall None


HORT 1217 Introduction To Pest Management 3 Spring None

HORT 1240 Arboriculture 1 3 Spring HORT 1155

HORT 2442 Arboriculture 11 3 Spring HORT 1240

HORT 2308 Landscape IPM 3 Fall HORT 1217

Total 18 credits

Foundation in

Landscape DesignHORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3 Fall None

HORT 2426 Landscape Construction 3 Spring HORT 1122

HORT 1224 Landscape Drafting 3 Spring None

HORT 2320 Landscape Design 1 3 Fall HORT 1224 1155

1255 as CorepsHORT 2355 Plant Identification 111 3 Fall HORT 1155

HORT 1119 Landscape and Environment 1 3 Spring None

Total 18 credits

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Residential and

Commercial Lawn Care

HORT 1104 Soils Soil Amendments and Soilless media 3 SpringHORT 1116 Introductory Equipment Maintenance 2 Fall None

HORT 1134 Turf Maintenance Operations 2 Fall NoneHORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3 Spring NoneHORT 1230 Turf Management I 3 Fall 1122 or 1134 Co

ReqsHORT 1101 Pesticide ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05 Spring or Fall None

HORT 2334 Irrigation and Drainage 3 Fall MathTotal 165 credits

Garden Centre

OperationsHORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3 Fall NoneHORT 2355 Plant Identification III 3 Fall HORT 1155 or 1145HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3 Spring HORT 1101HORT 1171

or 1271Production Practices Fall Spring 2 Fall or Spring None

HORT 1261 Plant Propagation 3 Spring HORT 1102

HORT 1101 Pesticide ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05 Fall or Spring None

and HORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3 Fall None

or HORT 1119 Landscape and Environment I 3 Spring None

Total 175 credits

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Citation Course Course name Credit value Delivery Prerequisites

CommercialHorticulture in BC

HORT 1171

or 1271Production Practices Fall or Spring 2 Fall or Spring None

HORT 2372 Greenhouse Vegetable Production 3 Spring if student has

HORT 2463 Nursery Production 3 Spring overseas MSc

HORT 2477 Production Management 3 Spring in horticulture

HORT 2378 Greenhouse and Nursery Pests 3 Fall access allowed

And either HORT 2371 Floriculture 1 3 Fall or related science

or HORT 2479 Spring Floriculture 3 SpringTotal 17 credits

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HORT 2xxx Sustainable Horticultural Enterprises is a new course that is under development and is expected to include the following contentSustainability as a strategic issueHow do you know if your organization is sustainableSustalnability in Offices and Service IndustrySustainable Product ManufacturingFacilities Saving Energy Water Improving Productivity and reducing wasteManagement How to bring about changeWhat to buy Environmental ConsiderationsMarketing Shstainability for your Enterprise

SchoolCredentials

Offered Programs Offered Key Features Other notable elements

Kwantlen

University College

DegreeIntegrated PestManagement

Focuses on underlying science and techniques used In IPM

2 work experience pracUcums

Prepares students for business careers by Incorporatingessential employability skills

Grads may apply to become ArticlingAgrologlstAAg professionaldesignation Professional Agrologlstachieved when requirements are met

Diploma Ianrlsrape Design andInstallation

Designed to lead to management positions

Can bridge into a BBA in Entrepreneurial Leadership orHuman Resource Management

Transferable to Olds College Alberta Bachelor of AppliedHorticulture

S dalLsed FacuPe ltY with significant Industry experience

Industry leading Field lab and Horticulture lab resources

Located In the heart of the Industry

Unique programs

Graduates of other Horticulture Certificates receive 1 year

credit to Diploma

Apprenticeship graduates receive 1 year credit to Diploma

Over 530000 annually in Industry awards bursaries and

scholarships

Students work with community dlentsand participate In a range of landscapeIndustry events

Strong demand due to continuedresidential development the desire forelegant gardens and Increasedenvironmental concems

DiplomaHorticulture TechnologyGreenhouse and NurseryProduction

Graduates working In Europe Australia

Integration of theoretical and practicalInstruction through the greenhouse andnursery facilities

Diploma Turf Management

Minimum credential for managementposition in golf Industry

Grads can maintain goH coursesathletic fields and other recreational

turf

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Landscape Horticulture

Full Fall entranceonly

Graduates find employment in municipal parks golfcourses residential and commercial landscaping nurseryand greenhouse operations movie and film Industry andarboriculture

Mbr of theory and practical applications

Six 1000 entrance scholarships

UCFV DiplomaAgriculture TechnologyHorticulture CropProduction and Protection

Emphasize management practices compatible withagricultural sustainability

Focuses on environmentally responsible agriculturalproduction techniques

Onsite agricultural greenhouses to work In

Careers Include golf courses grounds maintenancemarketingsales work on familyowned enterprises ofsmall businesses

Can transfer to

o Olds College Alberta to receivetransfer credit towards a Bachelor of

Science green In applied horticulturetechnology

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o University of Lethbridge Alberta

o University of Hawaii

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Certificate 9 monthintake in Jan

Horticultural Technician

Special emphasis placed on sustainable horticulturalpractices Including IPM environmentally responsiblegreenhouse nursery and landscape practices

50 handson training on and off campus

2 month summer practicum spend working In the industryProgram taught at the GR Paine Horticulture Centrecontains a greenhouse header house classroomlabfacility and a containerized nursery

Students practice their skills at theMilner Gardens and Woodland

garden estate environment

Links to Kwantlens2 year horticulturaldiploma program

Certificate 3 monthintake in March

Sustainable Greenhouse

Management

Study management of greenhouse operations with a focuson sustainable horticulture practices

Draws from existing courses offered In the HorticultureTechnician Certificate program but with focus on thegreenhouse management Industry

Certificate 5 monthintake in OctoberFull or Part time

Sustainable LandscapeManagement

This program Is of specific Interest to IndNlduals currentlyworking In the field but lacking a credential and thoselooking to advance their skills and position

Draws from existing courses offered in the HorticultureTechnician Certificate program but with focus on

landscaping Industry

Certificate 3yearin Ponly

Renewable EnergyTechnology

Goal of the programs Is to deliver training which leads tothe promotion adaptation and growth of renewableenergy technology deployment In Canada

Program is relevant to community membershomeowners professionals In energy and constructionIndustries trades workers contractors engineersarchitects and levels of govemment

Completely onlineBegins In Sept 2009

UBC

DegreeB Sc Agrology with

Designed to develop experienced knowledgeable plantscientists who will make contributions to society

Focused on IPM biotechnology and crop physiology

Pursue Masters of PhD In Plant Sciences

Offer a Career Fair for Life Sciences

Land and Food Systems

Coop Min 4 months

Mentoring networking opportunitieswhh Industryrelated professional

specialisation inHorticulture

CostingEducation

CertificateGarden Design

Receive practical and theoretical training in the history andtheory of garden design drafting landscape design andapply this knowledge to the design of a case study garden

Program is geared specifically to urban gardens focuses onPacific Northwest region and have dNerse faculty anddistinguished regional experts practicing In the field

Students will create a portfolio ofexamples of designs from projectscompleted ready to show employers

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Olds CollegeAlberta Degree

Applied Science GolfCourse Management

Blend of theoretical and practical teaming access toscientific research and collaboration through the Prairie

Turfgrass Research Centre and the Olds College Centre forInnovation

College contains a living lab of turf plots specialty gardensand pathways that provide the best handson learning andresearch opportunities

This program consists of 1 year of academic study and1year of Directed Field Study must first complete a twoyear diploma in Turfgrass Management

Offers 1000 entrance awards

DegreeApplied ScienceLandscape Management

Manage design construction and maintenance protectsLeam to effectively manage human financial and physicalresources

This program consists of 1 year of academic study and 1year of Directed Field Study must first complete a twoyear diploma In Landscape Management


DegrApplied ScienceProduction Horticulture

Prepares students how to manage greenhouses field andnursery operation or garden centres market a diverserange of horticultural products or launch a personalventure

Learn more advance understanding of both scientific andbusiness principles involved In managing all aspects of acrop

This program consists of 1 year of academic study and 1year of Directed Field Study must first complete a twoyear dipbma In Horticulture Production


DiplomaOrnamental Horticulture

I anAerape Management

Mix of theory and practical experience In design projectmanagement contract administration Installation andmaintenance

SpeUallzed training In CAD and landscape graphicsdesign

Unks to Applied Science Degree

DiplomaOrnamental HorticultureAxlfodCllltun

Develop skills In a growing Industry and focuses onmanaging trees In sustainable urban ecosystems

Follow International standards of tree care and consists of

a balance of theory and practical experience

Work experience component will help attain CertifiedArborlst status from the International Society ofArboriculture

Unks to Applied Science Degree

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Production Horticulture

Skills In growing marketing and management that isneeded in a production horticulture career

DiplomaGreenhouse Management Broad exposure to the diverse and Important greenhouse

and field production sectors with a focus on greenhousecrop production pest management and operation

Ability as a grower will enhance with basic supervisory andmarketing skills

DiplomaProduction Horticulture

NurseryField ProductionBroad exposure to the diverse and Important greenhouseand field production sectors with a focus on field

production of landscape plants fruits vegetables Bowersand other specialty crops

Curriculum is designed with direct and ongoing advice froma team of superintendents and assistants who know what

Bridges into Bachelor of AppliedScience In Goff Course Management

It takes to succeedDiploma Turfgrass Management

Gain ability to solve problems and communicate effectivelyand attaining skills from turf management to watermanagement

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Credential

Achievement

Date

PROGRAM

ATTACHED TO

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COURSE

GRADE

COURSECREDITS

201816 HORF DI 30Apr04 HRTM CR 200215 HRTA009630 A 15

201816 HORF DI 30Apr04 HRTM CR 200215 HRTT120210 A 20



201816 HORF DI 30Apr04 HRTM CR 200225 HRTT 110030 F 20

1123205 HORG DI 3Jun03 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA12 A 10

1123205 HORG DI 3Jun03 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA12 A 10

1170335 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA009510 B 15

1170335 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA122520 A 25

3005629 HORG DI 24May02 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA 127010 B 10

3005629 HORG DI 24May02 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA1271 10 B 10

3013367 HORL DI 30Apr04 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA 124035 A 15



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Q

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15

3027210 HORL DI 29May06 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA009630 15

3062406 HORL DI 15Dec03 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA 009630 15

3082537 HORL DI 25Apr06 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA 009510 15


3089674 HORF DI 15Dec04 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA009510 B 15

3091932 HORL DI 3Jun03 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA 133235 A 10

3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200215 HRTT120210 B 20

3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200215 HRTT 120310 A 20

3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200215 HRTT120410 A 20

3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200215 HRTT 120610 B 20

3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200215 HRTT 131020 B 10

3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200225 HRT7130410 A 20

3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200225 HRTT130620 B 20

3098709 HORP DI 3Jun03 HRTV CR 200225 HRTT1311 20 A 10

3101343 HORL DI 20May05 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA 009510 F 15

3105295 HORF DI 3Jun03 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA009510 C 15

3105295 HORF DI 3Jun03 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA 009630 B 15

3123385 HORL DI 15Dec04 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA009510 B 15

3123385 HORL DI 15Dec04 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA 009630 A 15

3125282 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA 009510 A 15

3132158 HORP DI 30Aug05 HRTA CT 200225 HRTA 122320 B 20

3132158 HORP DI 30Auq05 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA 009630 A 15

3136691 HORL DI 15Dec06 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA009510 B 15

3137311 HORF DI 30Apr04 HRTA CT 200215 HRTA009510 A 15


Appendix C Conversion of HRTA and HRTT credits into HORT Diploma credentials

is table shows the use of lower level program credits by students moving into higher level Diploma programslumn 2 Is the studentsgraduating credential eg Horticulture Diploma in Turf HORF Column 6 shows useHorticulture Access HRTA courses credits and Certificate HRTT credits that students gained before

oving through to successful diploma completion Refer page three of Program Proposal

3141658 HORF DI 30Apr06 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA009510 F 15

3141658 HORF DI 30Apr06 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA009630 A 15

3143289 HORP DI 30Apr05 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA009510 A 15

3143289 HORP DI 30Apr05 HRTA CT 200235 HRTA009630 A 15

3144878 HORL D1 30Apr05 HRTM CR 200315 HRTT110230 A 20

3144878 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTM CR 200315 HRTT 110330 A 20

3144878 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTM CR 200315 HRTT112030 A 30




3144878 HORL DI 30Apr05 HRTM CR 200335 HRTT 1231 30 A 30


3158308 HORF DI 8Sep06 HRTM CR 200535 HRTT 120210 A 20



1 3160110 HORL DI 25Apr06 HRTM CR 200415 HRTT 112030 A 30


3160110 HORL DI 25Apr06 HRTM CR 200435 HRTT 120210 B 20


3160110 HORL DI 25Apr06 HRTM CR 200435 HRTT 1231 30 A 30


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Data provided by Office of Institutional Research and Statistics for years 20022006 the only years forwhich the information is available

HRTA Horticulture Access equivalent to Continuing Education courses used in Diploma credentialTurf Diploma 5

Landscape Diploma 11

Greenhouse diploma 4

Total 20 courses

HRTT Certificate courses used in Diploma credentialTurf Diploma 2

Landscape Diploma 2

Greenhouse diploma 1

Total 5 courses

nb one student used both HRTA and HRTT courses to ladder through to complete Diploma graduation

Total number of students using HRTA or HRTT courses to advance through diploma graduation 24 students

NB HRTA and HRTT courses are no longer being offered

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Course Course name Credit value

HORT 1217 Introduction to Pest Management 3

HORT 1271 Production Practices Spring 2

HORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3

HORT 1102 Botany for Horticulture 3

HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3

HORT 2378 Greenhouse and Nursery Pests 3

HORT 1101 Pesticide ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05

Total 175

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Appendix D Goals Objectives and Outcomes for Specific Citations

Citation name Pest Management Production

Citation courses

Citation goalsEnable students to develop practical skills in identification of and sustainable control

methods for greenhouse and nursery pest and disease within the framework of the productionhorticulture industry in BC

Citation objectivesSummarize principles of integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and abiotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animalsUtilize correct terminology In discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weedsOperate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively

Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement In plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the Influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators in commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology to common horticulturepracticesRelate botanical temiinology and processes to common horticultural practices

Identify and describe 180 common woody and non woody plants

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Prepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesName the plant family for each plant identifiedPrepare a card file summarizing the information gathered for plants identifiedPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesPrepare a dichotomous key for plant Identification purposesRecognize the diversity of plant materials in commercial horticulture

Recognize greenhouse and nursery pests and the damage they causeIdentify common greenhouse and nursery pestsExplain integrated pest management IPM programs In greenhouse and nursery cropsDevise an IPM program for arthropods in a greenhouse or nursery cropAnalyze IPM programs for greenhouse and nursery cropsDiscuss biological control of greenhouse and nursery pestsRecognize greenhouse and nursery diseases and disordersDescribe the major groups of greenhouse and nursery pathogensUtilize Internet resources diagnostic CDROMs and pest management professionals toidentify pests and diseasesSummarize principles of control for horticultural pests with an emphasis on integrated pestmanagement

Obtain a five year pesticide applicatordispenser certificate

Maintain floral vegetable nursery and forestry crops during spring production scheduleMaintain greenhouses and nursery facilities for spring crop operationsPerform selected greenhouse practices for spring crop productionPractice greenhouse hygienePractice greenhouse operations with due respect to appropriate safety proceduresSummarize Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System WHMISRecognize the interrelationship between the various horticultural commodity groups withinthe greenhouse production industryRecognize essential and successful factors of horticultural businesses

Explore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modern agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems in CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality In urban areasDescribe the principles of genetic modification GM of organisms within the horticulturalindustryIdentify future roles forNoprocessing and bloproductlon

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Citation name Pest Management Landscape

Citation courses

Citation goals

Enable students to develop practical skills in identification of and sustainable controlmethods for landscape pest and disease within the framework of the landscape industry in BC

Citation objectivesSummarize principles of integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and ablotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animalsUtilize correct terminology In discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weeds

Operate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively

Explore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modern agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems in CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality in urban areasDescribe the principles of genetic modification GM of organisms within the horticulturalIndustryIdentify future roles for bioprocessing andNoproduction

Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement In plants growing in various horticultural situations




HORT 2308 Landscape IPM 3


HORT 1240 Arboriculture I 3


Total 185 credits

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Citation name Pest Management Landscape

Citation courses

Citation goals

Enable students to develop practical skills in identification of and sustainable controlmethods for landscape pest and disease within the framework of the landscape industry in BC

Citation objectivesSummarize principles of integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and ablotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animalsUtilize correct terminology In discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weeds


Explore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modern agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems in CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality in urban areasDescribe the principles of genetic modification GM of organisms within the horticulturalIndustryIdentify future roles for bioprocessing andNoproduction

Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement In plants growing in various horticultural situations

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Explain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators In commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology to common horticulturepracticesRelate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practices

Identify and describe 180 common woody and nonwoody plantsEmploy scientific naming and plant identification terminologyName the plant family for each plant identifiedPrepare a card file summarizing the information gathered for plants IdentifiedPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesPrepare a dichotomous key for plant identification purposesRecognize the diversity of plant materials in commercial horticulture

Summarize principles of control for horticultural pests with an emphasis on integrated pestmanagementObtain a five year pesticide applicator dispenser certificateLocate and interpret pesticide informationDiagnose fungal viral and bacterial diseases insect and arachnid pests nematode molluscmammals bird and other pestsDescribe the use of various control measures including Integrated pest management forthe control of pests that affect omamental plants and turf grassesUtilize written and Internet resources and diagnostic CD ROMs to identify pests and diseasesChoose control measures for pests of ornamentals and turf grassesOutline weed biology and control

Summarize pesticide classification in relation to mode of action fate in soils horticulturalapplications and environmental managementCalibrate pesticide application equipment

Summarise plant form and structure as it relates to maintenance practicesMaintain ornamental native trees shrubs ground covers and vinesPerform appropriate pruning and training techniquesPlant ornamental native trees shrubs ground covers and vinesStake landscaped plantsTransplant ornamental trees shrubs ground covers and vinesSafely operate common arboricultural equipment and tools

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HORT 1104 Soils Soil Amendments and Soilless media 3

HORT 1230 Turf Management 1 3


HORT 2333 Turfgrass Pest Management 3

HORT 1101 Pestidde ApplicatorDispenser Certificate 05

Total 185 credits

Citation name Pest Management Turf

Citation courses

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Citation goalsEnable students to develop practical skills in identification of and sustainable control

methods for pest and disease organisms within the framework of the commercial turfmanagement industry in BC

Citation objecivesSummarize principles of integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and abiotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animalsUtilize correct terminology in discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to Identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weeds


Explore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modern agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems In CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality in urban areasDescribe the prindples of genetic modification GM of organisms within the horticulturalindustryIdentify future roles for bto processing and bto production

Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plants

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Explain water and sap movement in plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators In commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology to common horticulturepractices

Relate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practices

Summarize principles of control for horticultural pests with an emphasis on integrated pestmanagementObtain a five year pesticide applicatordispenser certificateLocate and interpret pesticide information

Use the Canadian System of Soil Classification and describe the processes that result in soilformation

Identify the features of the soil profile that are important to horticulturatlstsOutline and describe the composition and properties of the major inorganic and organicconstituents of soils and soilless media

Interpret the behaviour of water in soils and soil less mediaExplain soil biological processesDiscuss the role of organic matter in soilDiscuss the origin and management of acidity alkalinity and salinity In soils and soil lessmedia

Summarize the behaviour of plant nutrients in soil and soil less mediaIdentify common nutritional deficienciesDesign a soil sampling plan for a horticulture enterprise and sample soils and soil less mediaInterpret soil test and fertilizer informationDefine and apply soil quality principles

Discuss the role and Importance of lawns in current societyIdentify common cool season turf grass speciesExplain turf propagation including site preparation turf grass selection plantingprocedures and postplanting culturePerform primary turf grass cultural operations needed to sustain turf grass qualityPerform the renovation practices associated with improvement of existing areasDesign a cultural program to meet the specific requirements of a particular turfIdentify research sources about turf management problemsAssess turf quality

Describe weed biology and ecologyDiagnose signs and symptoms of fungal diseases viral diseases bacterial diseases arthropodpests nematode pests and mollusc pests and mammal bird and earthworm pestsUtilize resources to Identify pests and diseases including Internet diagnostic CDROMs andpest management personnelRecommend the use of various measures In an integrated fashion for the control of peststhat affect turf grasses and related ornamental plantsSummarize pesticide classification in relation to mode of action fate in soils andhorticultural applications and environmental managementCalibrate pesticide application equipmentOperate pesticide application equipment in a safe and effective manner

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HORT 1171 Production Practices Fall 2

HORT 1116 Introductory Equipment Maintenance 2

HORT 2375 Greenhouse Facilities and Equipment 3

HORT 2473 Greenhouse Environments 3

HORT 2334 Irrigation Drainage and Lighting 3

HORT 1271 Production Practices Spring 2

Total 15 credits

Citation name

Citation courses


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Citation goalsProvide students with a thorough understanding of the principles and practices of building

maintaining repairing and using greenhouse facilities and equipment within the context of thecommercial production and nursery industry in BC

Citation objectivesMaintain floral vegetable nursery and forestry crops during fall production scheduleMaintain greenhouses and nursery facilities for fall crop operationsPerform selected greenhouse practices for fall crop productionPractice greenhouse hygienePractice greenhouse operations with due respect to appropriate safety proceduresSummarize Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System WHMISRecognize the interrelationship between the various horticultural commodity groups withinthe greenhouse production IndustryRecognize essential and successful factors of horticultural businesses

Maintain floral vegetable nursery and forestry crops during spring production scheduleMaintain greenhouses and nursery facilities for spring crop operationsPerform selected greenhouse practices for spring crop production

Apply the Workers Compensation Act in the workplaceUse appropriate safety apparelPrevent work shop firesUse basic hand tools in equipment maintenanceUse machinery maintenance recordsUse safety systemsOperate equipment safelyDescribe the function and working principles of equipment systems for horticultureequipmentPractice preventive maintenance on horticulture equipmentDescribe equipment storage proceduresEvaluate equipment specifications

Describe greenhouse and nursery site selection and layout criteriaDescribe greenhouse and nursery structures and materialsDescribe greenhouse and nursery systems and utilitiesPerform basic greenhouse construction and maintenanceOperate selected greenhouse and nursery equipment

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Perform such operations with due respect to WorkSafe BC code of practice

Control greenhouse environmentsDescribe the design and control of heating and cooling systemsAnalyze greenhouse heat conservation techniquesDescribe air circulation systemsDescribe humidity controlsDescribe lighting systemsDescribe carbon dioxide systemsDescribe environment control systems

Explain the principles of Irrigation in terms of plant growth and developmentSummarize the principles of hydraulics and the basic components of irrigation systemsDesign residential irrigation systemsEvaluate irrigation systemsInstall irrigation systemsMaintain Irrigation systemsApply the principles of drainageInstall drainageExplain the principles of drainage maintenanceSummarize the principles of low voltage landscape lighting designDesign low voltage landscape lightingInstall low voltage landscape lightingMaintain low voltage landscape lighting

Citation name Horticultural Science

Citation courses

31

Citation goalsProvide students with a foundation in fundamental horticultural science disciplines as a

basis for further study within all program specialties

Citation objectivesExplain plant classification and homenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement in plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators in commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology t common horticulturepracticesRelate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practices


Identify the features of the soil profile that are important to horticulturalistsOutline and describe the composition and properties of the major inorganic and organicconstituents of soils and soil less media

Interpret the behaviour of water in soils and soil less mediaExplain soil biological processesDiscuss the role of organic matter In soilDiscuss the composting processDiscuss the origin and management of acidity alkalinity and salinity in soils and soil lessmedia


Identify and describe 180 common woody and nonwoody plants





Plus one of

HORT 1230 Turf Management 1 3

or HORT 1240 Arboriculture 1 3

or HORT 1261 Plant Propagation 3

Total 15 credits

Citation name Horticultural Science

Citation courses

31

Citation goalsProvide students with a foundation in fundamental horticultural science disciplines as a

basis for further study within all program specialties

Citation objectivesExplain plant classification and homenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement in plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators in commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology t common horticulturepracticesRelate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practices



Interpret the behaviour of water in soils and soil less mediaExplain soil biological processesDiscuss the role of organic matter In soilDiscuss the composting processDiscuss the origin and management of acidity alkalinity and salinity in soils and soil lessmedia


Identify and describe 180 common woody and nonwoody plants

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Prepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesName the plant family for each plant identifiedPrepare a card file summarizing the information gathered for plants identifiedPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesPrepare a dichotomous key for plant identification purposesRecognize the diversity of plant materials in commercial horticulture

Summarize principles of integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and abiotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animalsUtilize correct terminology in discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weedsOperate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively

Discuss the role and importance of lawns in current societyIdentify common cool season turf grass speciesExplain turf propagation including site preparation turf grass selection plantingprocedures and post planting culturePerform primary turf grass cultural operations needed to sustain turf grass qualityPerform the renovation practices associated with improvement of existing areasDesign a cultural program to meet the specific requirements of a particular turfIdentify research sources about turf management problemsAssess turf quality

Summarise plant form and structure as it relates to maintenance practicesMaintain ornamental native trees shrubs ground covers and vinesPerform appropriate pruning and training techniquesPlant ornamental native trees shrubs ground covers and vinesStake landscaped plantsTransplant ornamental trees shrubs ground covers and vinesSafely operate common arboricultural equipment and tools

Describe the principles and practices of plant breeding and seed productionDescribe germination and seedling establishmentPerform the practical skills required to germinate seedsDescribe micropropagation techniquesPerform micropropagationDescribe methods of asexual vegetative propagationPerform asexual propagation techniques commonly used in the industryDescribe commercial propagation facilities and the appropriate environments for eachmethod of propagation

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Citation name Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture

Citation courses

33

Citation goalsStudents will be Introduced to concepts of sustainable horticultural systems within the focus

of either residential landscape setting or greenhouse crop production and apply the corehorticultural disciplines of plant identification soil science and botany

Citation objectivesExplore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modem agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems in CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to Issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality In urban areasDescribe the principles of genetic modification GM of organisms within the horticulturalindustryIdentify future roles for bio processing and btoproduction

Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement in plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators in commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology to common horticulturepracticesRelate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practicesIdentify and describe 180 common woody and nonwoody plantsPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesName the plant family for each plant identified

HORT 1104 Soils Soil Amendments and Soil less media 3


HORT Looc Sustainable Horticultural Enterprises 3

and HORT 1155 Introduction to Plant Identification 3

or HORT 1102 Botany For Horticulture 3

and HORT 1119 Landscape and the Environment I 3

or HORT 2490 Organic Greenhouse Vegetable Production 3

Total 15 credits

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Citation name Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture

Citation courses

33

Citation goalsStudents will be Introduced to concepts of sustainable horticultural systems within the focus

of either residential landscape setting or greenhouse crop production and apply the corehorticultural disciplines of plant identification soil science and botany

Citation objectivesExplore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modem agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems in CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to Issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality In urban areasDescribe the principles of genetic modification GM of organisms within the horticulturalindustryIdentify future roles for bio processing and btoproduction

Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement in plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators in commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology to common horticulturepracticesRelate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practicesIdentify and describe 180 common woody and nonwoody plantsPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesName the plant family for each plant identified

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Prepare a card file summarizing the information gathered for plants IdentifiedPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesPrepare a dichotomous key for plant identification purposesRecognize the diversity of plant materials in commercial horticulture



interpret the behaviour of water In soils and soil less mediaExplain soil biological processesDiscuss the role of organic matter in soilDiscuss the origin and management of acidity alkalinity and salinity in soils and soil lessmedia

Summarize the behaviour of plant nutrients in soil and soil less mediaIdentify common nutritional deficienciesDesign a soil sampling plan for a horticulture enterprise and sample soils and soil less mediaInterpret soil test and fertilizer InformationDefine and apply soil quality principles

Explain the social context of constructed landscapesExplore the ecological context of constructed landscapesAnalyze the economic implications of conventional and sustainable landscapesDevelop a systems approach to landscape planning installation and maintenanceExamine adaptive landscape strategies in practical applications

Describe sustainable organic and conventional systems of greenhouse crop productionIn Canada

Compare different organic accreditation standardsSelect appropriate organic standards to suit different situationsExamine principles of conventional and organic methods of plant breeding for greenhousecrops

Schedule crop rotationsExplain principles for good quality growing media for greenhouse cropsIdentify common nutritional disorders of major greenhouse cropsDevelop a basic integrated pest management IPM Plan for a selected crop and pestsituation

Develop a marketing and sales plan for organic produceEmploy foodsafe handling practices and quality management systems

HORT boot Sustainable Horticultural Enterprises is a new course under development that isexpected to include the following content

Sustainability as a strategic issueHow do you know if your organisation Is sustainableSustainability in Offices and Service IndustrySustainable Product ManufacturingFacilities Saving Energy Water Improving Productivity and reducing wasteManagement How to bring about changeWhat to buy Environmental ConsiderationsMarketing Sustainability for your Enterprise

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HORT 1240 Arboriculture 1 3

HORT 2442 Arboriculture II 3

HORT 2308 Landscape IPM 3

Total 18 credits

Citation name Arboriculture

Citation courses

35

Citation goalsStudents will apply core horticultural disciplines of botany plant identification and pest

management to the selection establishment and maintenance of trees

Citation objectivesSummarize principles of integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and abiotic factors causing poor growth In plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animalsUtilize correct terminology in discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to Identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weedsOperate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively

Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminologyExplain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement in plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators in commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the Influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology to common horticulturepracticesRelate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practices

Identify and describe 180 common woody and nonwoody plantsPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesName the plant family for each plant IdentifiedPrepare a card file summarizing the information gathered for plants identifiedPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesPrepare a dichotomous key for plant identification purposes

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Recognize the diversity of plant materials in commercial horticulture

Diagnose fungal viral and bacterial diseases insect and arachnid pests nematode molluscmammals bird and other pestsDescribe the use of various control measures including Integrated pest management forthe control of pests that affect ornamental plants and turf grassesUtilize written and Internet resources and diagnostic CD ROMs to identify pests and diseasesChoose control measures for pests of ornamentals and turf grassesOutline weed biology and controlSummarize pesticide classification in relation to mode of action fate in soils horticulturalapplications and environmental managementCalibrate pesticide application equipment

Summarise plant form and structure as it relates to maintenance practicesMaintain ornamental native trees shrubs ground covers and vinesPerform appropriate pruning and training techniquesPlant ornamental native trees shrubs ground covers and vinesStake landscaped plantsTransplant ornamental trees shrubs ground covers and vinesSafely operate common arboriculture equipment and tools

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HORT 2426 Landscape Construction 3

HORT 1224 Landscape Drafting 3

HORT 2320 Landscape Design I 3HORT 2355 Plant Identification 111 3

HORT 1119 Landscape and the Environment I 3

Total 180 credits

oCitation name Foundation in Landscape Design

Citation courses

37

Citation goalsProvide students with exceptional plant identification skills and the ability to prepare

landscape designs drafted using modern computer aided design programs

Citation objectivesExplain the social context of constructed landscapesExplore the ecological context of constructed landscapesAnalyze the economic implications of conventional and sustainable landscapesDevelop a systems approach to landscape planning installation and maintenanceExamine adaptive landscape strategies in practical applications

Identify and describe 300 common woody and nonwoody plantsEmploy scientific naming arid plant identification terminologyPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesName the plant family for each plant identifiedPrepare a card file summarizing the information gathered for plants identifiedPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesPrepare a report summarizing the information from research materialPrepare a dichotomous key for plant Identification purposesRecognize the diversity of plant materials In commercial horticultureRecognize and describe bud bark foliage flower and fruit characteristics

Use basic drafting tools effectivelyUse a computer assisted design program effectivelyProduce landscape drawings with graphical accuracy

Differentiate between a landscape architect and a landscape designerDesign concept drawings for residential scale projectsCreate effective planting plans for residential scale projectsPrepare simple specifications for a planting planEstimate material costs for a planting planSolve the design problems of actual clients


HORT 1116 Introductory Equipment Maintenance 2

HORT 1134 Turf Maintenance Operations 2


HORT 1230 Turf Management I 3


HORT 2334 Irrigation and Drainage 3

Total 165 credits

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Citation name Residential and Commercial Lawn Care a

Citation courses

Citation goalsProvide students with the essential skills to install and maintain lawn facilities within the

context of residential and commercial settings

Citation objectivesSummarize principles of integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and abiotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animalsUtilize correct terminology in discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to Identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weedsOperate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively

Summarize principles of control for horticultural pests with an emphasis on integrated pestmanagementObtain a five year pesticide applicatordispenser certificateLocate and interpret pesticide information


Identify the features of the soil profile that are important to horticulturalistsOutline and describe the composition and properties of the major Inorganic and organicconstituents of soils and soil less media

Interpret the behaviour of water in soils and soil less mediaExplain soil biological processesDiscuss the role of organic matter in soilDiscuss the composting processDiscuss the origin and management of acidity alkalinity and salinity in soils and soil lessmedia

Summarize the behaviour of plant nutrients in soil and soil less mediaIdentify common nutritional deficienciesDesign a soil sampling plan for a horticulture enterprise and sample soils and soil less media

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Interpret soil test and fertilizer informationDefine and apply soil quality principlesDiscuss the role and Importance of lawns In current societyIdentify common coolseason turf grass speciesExplain turf propagation Including site preparation turf grass selection planting proceduresand postplanting culturePerform primary turf grass cultural operations needed to sustain turf grass qualityPerform the renovation practices associated with improvement of existing areasDesign a cultural program to meet the specific requirements of a particular turfIdentify research sources about turf management problemsAssess turf quality

Apply the Workers Compensation Act in the workplaceUse appropriate safety apparelPrevent work shop firesUse basic hand tools In equipment maintenanceUse machinery maintenance recordsUse safety systemsOperate equipment safelyDescribe the function and working principles of equipment systems for horticultureequipmentPractice preventive maintenance on horticulture equipmentDescribe equipment storage proceduresEvaluate equipment specifications

Explain the principles of irrigation in terms of plant growth and developmentSummarize the principles of hydraulics and the basic components of irrigation systemsDesign residential Irrigation systemsEvaluate Irrigation systemsInstall irrigation systemsMaintain irrigation systemsApply the principles of drainageInstall drainageExplain the principles of drainage maintenanceSummarize the principles of low voltage landscape lighting designDesign low voltage landscape lightingInstall low voltage landscape lightingMaintain low voltage landscape lighting

Citation courses

40

Citation name Garden Centre Operations

Citation goals

Equip students with essential core skills of plant identification and pest management tosecure employment within a garden centre and be able to develop plant care and plantpropagation skills

Citation objectivesSummarize principles of Integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and abiotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animals

Utilize correct terminology In discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weedsOperate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively

Explore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modern agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems in CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality in urban areasDescribe the principles of genetic modification of organisms within the horticultural industryIdentify future rotes for bfoprocessing and bioproduction

Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminology


HORT 2355 Plant Identification III 3


HORT 1171

or 1271Production Practices Fall Spring 2

HORT 1261 Plant Propagation 3


and HORT 1110 Introduction to Sustainable Horticulture 3

or HORT 1119 Landscape and the Environment 1 3

Total 175 credits

Citation courses

40

Citation name Garden Centre Operations

Citation goals

Equip students with essential core skills of plant identification and pest management tosecure employment within a garden centre and be able to develop plant care and plantpropagation skills

Citation objectivesSummarize principles of Integrated pest management IPMExplain biotic and abiotic factors causing poor growth in plantsExplain the taxonomic relationship among the pests of horticultural plants arthropodsdiseases weeds and animals

Utilize correct terminology In discussing arthropod pests plant diseases and weedsIdentify weeds and lower plantsOutline the life cycle of lower plants and specified plant diseasesUse hand lenses and microscopes to identify arthropods to the taxonomic level of Class for5 Classes and Order for 12 OrdersManipulate pest specimens without damageRecognize common diseases of horticultural plantsChoose appropriate control measures for pests diseases and weedsOperate backpack and or canister sprayers safely and effectively

Explore horticulturesrelatedness to environment society and economyDiscuss horticulture within the context of sustainabilityReview basic principles of ecology as related to food and amenity horticultureSummarise the history of modern agriculture and horticultureDifferentiate between sustainable organic and other horticultural systems in CanadaEvaluate key threats to sustainable systemsEvaluate principles of sustainable practices for water as a resourceIdentify methods for sustainable soil management practicesExplore pressures on energy consumptionDebate solutions to issues of pollution and deteriorating air quality in urban areasDescribe the principles of genetic modification of organisms within the horticultural industryIdentify future rotes for bfoprocessing and bioproduction

Explain plant classification and nomenclature giving examples of the major taxaDescribe plant anatomy and morphology of the higher plants using botanical terminology

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Explain typical life cycles of gymnosperm and angiosperm plantsExplain water and sap movement in plants growing in various horticultural situationsExplain the influence of plant hormones on plant growth and functionList the use of plant hormones and growth regulators in commercial horticultureSummarize the processes of photosynthesis and respirationExplain the influence and applications of temperature light intensity day length relativehumidity and water availability on photosynthesis and respiration and subsequent plantgrowthDiscuss the relationship of ecology and general plant physiology to horticulture practicesRelate botanical terminology and processes to common horticultural practices

Identify and describe 180 common woody and non woody plantsEmploy scientific naming and plant identification terminologyName the plant family for each plant identifiedPrepare a card file summarizing the information gathered for plants identifiedPrepare herbarium specimens for plant identification purposesPrepare a dichotomous key for plant identification purposesRecognize the diversity of plant materials in commercial horticulture

Summarize principles of control for horticultural pests with an emphasis on integrated pestmanagementObtain a five year pesticide applicator dispenser certificateLocate and interpret pesticide information

Maintain floral vegetable nursery and forestry crops during fall or spring productionschedule

Maintain greenhouses and nursery facilities for fall or spring crop operationsPerform selected greenhouse practices for fall or spring crop productionPractice greenhouse hygienePractice greenhouse operations with due respect to appropriate safety proceduresSummarize Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System WHMISRecognize the interrelationship between the various horticultural commodity groups withinthe greenhouse production industryRecognize essential and successful factors of horticultural businesses

Describe the principles and practices of plant breeding and seed productionDescribe germination and seedling establishmentPerform the practical skills required to germinate seedsDescribe micro propagation techniquesPerform micro propagationDescribe methods of asexual vegetative propagationPerform asexual propagation techniques commonly used in the industryDescribe commercial propagation facilities and the appropriate environments for eachmethod of propagation

Perform effective in store merchandising as 1t applies to garden centresDescribe effective store layoutDevelop appropriate slgnage for garden centresAnalyze and apply pricing strategiesApply the principles of color to horticultural salesConduct effective customer service and etiquetteExecute personal selling techniques

Citation name Commercial Horticulture In BC

Citation courses

42

Citation goalsA program specifically designed for graduates of agronomy or field based horticulture orselected agriculture programs to provide upgrading or new skill development In protectedcrop production in BC

Citation objectivesRecognize greenhouse and nursery pests and the damage they causeIdentify common greenhouse and nursery pestsExplain integrated pest management IPM programs in greenhouse and nursery cropsDevise an IPM program for arthropods in a greenhouse or nursery cropAnalyze IPM programs for greenhouse and nursery cropsDiscuss biological control of greenhouse and nursery pestsRecognize greenhouse and nursery diseases and disordersDescribe the major groups of greenhouse and nursery pathogensUtilize Internet resources diagnostic CDROMs and pest management professionals toidentify pests and diseases

Maintain floral vegetable nursery and forestry crops during fall production scheduleMaintain greenhouses and nursery facilities for fall crop operationsPerform selected greenhouse practices for fall crop productionPractice greenhouse hygienePractice greenhouse operations with due respect to appropriate safety proceduresSummarize Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System WHMISRecognize the interrelationship between the various horticultural commodity groups withinthe greenhouse production industryRecognize essential and successful factors of horticultural businesses


Outline the origin and economic significance of greenhouse vegetable crops in BCRecognize the global nature of the greenhouse vegetable production industryDescribe the cultural requirements of greenhouse vegetable crops in BCOutline the normal cropping schedule and marketing system for greenhouse vegetables in BCAnalyze the factors that constitute a balanced plant

HORT 1171

or 1271Production Practices Fall or Spring 2

HORT 2372 Greenhouse Vegetable Production 3HORT 2463 Nursery Production 3

HORT 2477 Production Management 3

HORT 2378 Greenhouse and Nursery Pests 3

And either HORT 2371 Floriculture 1 3

or HORT 2479 Spring Floriculture 3

Total 17 credits

Citation name Commercial Horticulture In BC

Citation courses

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Citation goalsA program specifically designed for graduates of agronomy or field based horticulture orselected agriculture programs to provide upgrading or new skill development In protectedcrop production in BC

Citation objectivesRecognize greenhouse and nursery pests and the damage they causeIdentify common greenhouse and nursery pestsExplain integrated pest management IPM programs in greenhouse and nursery cropsDevise an IPM program for arthropods in a greenhouse or nursery cropAnalyze IPM programs for greenhouse and nursery cropsDiscuss biological control of greenhouse and nursery pestsRecognize greenhouse and nursery diseases and disordersDescribe the major groups of greenhouse and nursery pathogensUtilize Internet resources diagnostic CDROMs and pest management professionals toidentify pests and diseases

Maintain floral vegetable nursery and forestry crops during fall production scheduleMaintain greenhouses and nursery facilities for fall crop operationsPerform selected greenhouse practices for fall crop productionPractice greenhouse hygienePractice greenhouse operations with due respect to appropriate safety proceduresSummarize Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System WHMISRecognize the interrelationship between the various horticultural commodity groups withinthe greenhouse production industryRecognize essential and successful factors of horticultural businesses


Outline the origin and economic significance of greenhouse vegetable crops in BCRecognize the global nature of the greenhouse vegetable production industryDescribe the cultural requirements of greenhouse vegetable crops in BCOutline the normal cropping schedule and marketing system for greenhouse vegetables in BCAnalyze the factors that constitute a balanced plant

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Make recommendations for environmental and cultural changes to correct an unbalancedplantSummarize greenhouse vegetable crop integrated pest management requirementsPerform crop operations with clue respect to WorkSafe BC code of practice and withappropriate speed and efficiency

Recognize the magnitude and diversity of the nursery industry In BC and its relationship tothe Canadian industryApply environmental guidelines quarantine restrictions and municipal bylaws that affectnursery production In BCDescribe landscape standards as they apply to nursery stockDesign field andor container nursery production operationsDescribe vartous scheduling procedures for container and field nursery stockDescribe properties of soilless media for container nursery and soil for field productionPrepare soilless media for container productionUse fertilizers in container and field nursery productionDescribe nursery Inventory management and shipping systemsPerform planting procedures for container and field productionPerform common maintenance techniques for container and field productionPractice workplace safetyDescribe modem production facilities and equipment

Describe the responsibilities of a production managerAnalyse production management situationsDevelop a business production plan

Describe the floriculture IndustryAnalyze selected crop management practicesAnalyze the commercial production requirements of selected floriculture cropsProduce selected crops to commercial Industry standardsAnalyze selected crop management practicesProduce commercial bedding plants

Appendix E Evidence For Labour Market Demand

Data on Organic Food Production in CanadaData below is taken from Canadian Organic Growers reports Certified Organic Production In

Canada 2004 and 2005

Reports produced by Anne Macey November 2005 and 2006

Quick FactsTotal number of certified organic farms In Canada 3618 year 2005Stats Canada report3555 in 2006 but likely use a different data collection methodThis is a 2year increase of 90on 2003 and represents 15 of the total farms inCanada

From 2004 to 2005 the highest rate of Increase occurred In British Columbia whichreported 484 farms a 95 increase from the previous year For the second year ina row British Columbia reported the highest number of farms with transitional status108 farmsThere are at least another 455 certified organic processors and food handlersTotal land area in Canada under organic production systems approx 1 million acresExports of organic food from Canada are worth approximately 63million per year

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Mixed 439

Greenhouses 65

Potatoes 370

Garlic 17

Herbs 72

Misc Tree fruit 163

Misc small fruit 46

Apples 684

Peaches 62

Cherries 55

Pears 59

Nectarines 33

Apricots 31

Plums 25

Blueberries 48

Hazelnuts 72

Pasture and lay 13167

Grains 1251

Organic Cropping in BC 2004

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British Colima

Organic Vegetable and Herb Production by Province 2004 acres

Total BC AB SK 9 ON QC

EP14S PEI NF

bid vegetables 23285 4304 470 355 8317 10152 775 21 35

Greenhouse 1453 655 786 10 02

Lanse scale meo 9360 0380

Asparagus 853 24 840 43 50

Beans 592 540 52

Beets 58 23 32

BmcS 1206 540 378 7110

Cale sops 515 40 310 105

Carrots 541 121 281 140

Sweetomn 185 00 105

Cwtwdshalloaslleeks 728 70 503 87

Rutabaga 23 20 03

Spy 114 107 03

Squash 214 03 104 28

Tomato 489 85 384 48

SatadgreensAeWce 569 334 185 40 10

Potates 23163 3702 348 15132 410 1123 1553 50 840

Peppersleggplard 40 38 03

Parc 723 170 414 ILO 08 35

Herbs 519 844 00 10

Medicinal herbs 1921 190 00 742 854 184

Echinaea 329 50 274 05

Borapa 8690 7090 700

Fenugreek 200 204

Sea bugumm 240 240

Mlktha8e 43 43

emery 14 10

FndthageArmb 16288 2081 748 13480

VegeIPozssseed 84 84

Totals 84900 22581 9666 15481 15010 12267 14488 875 1244 37

Organic Vegetable and Herb Production by Province 2004 acres

March 2004

Appendix F Library Impact Assessment

Template forKwantlen University College Library

Impact Assessment Process for

New ProgramsRevised Programs

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Kwantlen University College Library Impact Assessment Processfor New and Revised Programs

Assessment Policy

1 Library Impact assessments will be completed for new degree diploma certificate or citationprograms and major program revisions

2 Requests for a library Impact assessment are to be directed to the Degree and ProposalAssessment Committee DPAC liaison librarian

3 The development of library Impact assessments for programs is based on a consultativemodel The DPAC liaison librarian will review proposals and consult with both proposingfaculty and with appropriate librarians In the case of revised programs the DPAC liaisonlibrarian will make a decision on whether the revised content requires a library impactassessment

4 The Education Council Oifice will provide program developers with Information regardingtimelines for completion of library impact assessments for new or revised programs Timelinesare

New Programs Developers must allow a minimum of 3 weeks for thecompletion of a new program library Impact assessmentRevised Programs Developers must allow a minimum of 2 weeks for thecompletion of a revised program library Impact assessment

To allow adequate time for preparation of the assessment proposals in draft format are welcomedDraft proposals must include a detailed description of the new or revised program and whereapplicable course outlines for new courses Where sufficient time is not given to complete theassessment the DPAC liaison librarian will notify the program developer

5 Completed library impact assessments will be signed by the DPAC liaison librarian and theDean of Leamer Resources and sent to the program developer A copy of the assessmentsummary Part B only mustbeappended to the program concept and sent to the EducationCouncil office after the program developer has reviewed and signed the assessmentAssessments will be sent electronically to the Education Council office and will be followed bysigned paper copies

6 The library impact assessment will normally include projected and retrospective monographand periodical costs based on average costs for materials in the subject area collection needsof the program or course average price Increases In the subject area as well as the strengthor weakness of the existing collection Audiovisual purchase costs will be included whereappropriate Protected enrolments will be included in the cost calculations where multiplesections or multiple campus enrolments are Indicated or in cases where most resources willbe provided by interlibrary loan

7 Specialized or subject specific databases not already held by the library will be costed againstthe number of 300 and 400 level courses in the subject area Upper level field courses coops and practicums will be deducted from the total number of subject area 300 and 400 levelcourses

Periodical and database subscription costs will Include average annual price increases

8 Library Impact assessments will be presented in a narrative format with a covering page forsignatures The major components of the narrative will be

summary

previous collection developmentfuture collection needs

collection development obstaclessummary of startup and subsequent costs

March 2004

Audio Visual materials vldeorecordings and dvds

Number of titles held by KUC Library in this subject area 250

Number of titles published annually in this subject area 30

Average number of titles purchased annually 6

Average cost per volume of titles in this subject area 250

Is the collection current Yes X no

Datacomments on the currencycomprehensiveness of the audiovisual collection in thissubject areaThe audiovisual collection is adequate for the existing Horticulture programs However toensure the success of the proposed certificate program additional uptodate DVDs have to bepurchased in the areas of sustainable horticulture sustainable land use organic horticultureand the horticulture industry in Canada

Estimated cost for audiovisual collection for this program 2000

Key AudioVisual Equipment

Foundation for Sustainable Horticulture Citation

1

Is this a revision of an existing program yes noX

Held by KUC Library I yes no

If no estimated cost to provide

Comments Our current equipment should be adequate Overall usage of audlovlsualequipment may Increase but significant Impacts are not anticipated at this time

Sub total na

Name ofprogram Foundation for Sustainable Horticulture Citation

Is this a revision of an existing program yes noX

Namesof programdevelopers

Gary Jones Michelle Nakano David Davidson

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Library Resources Impact AssessmentNew Program Proposal Program Revision

PartA

Key Online Databases Periodical IndexesAbstracts

Comments

The library does not anticipate a need for any new databases for this proposed citation program Wecurrently have an excellent and relevant portfolio of horticultural and multi disciplinary databasesincluding Agricola Biological and Agricultural Index Plus Garden Landscape Horticulture IndexGeneral Science Index and Academic Search PremierSub Total na

Key Periodicals Core titles in the subject area

1 various Individual titles to be selected when more information Is available through courseoutlines bibliographies andor faculty requests

Sub Total 2000

Comments

Our existing serials collection will be a good starting point For example we already subscribe to theseprint Joumals

Acres USABiocycle Journal of composting and recycling Canadian organic grower Country lifein British Columbia Gardenwise Green places Growing edge Joumal of environmentalhorticulture Menziesia newsletter for the native plant society of British Columbia Organicgardening

Also we have the following periodicals available to us online via the Joumal Titles link on the Libraryhomepage

American Herb Association Quarterly Newsletter Compost science utilization EcologySociety a journal of integrative science for resilience and sustainability Electronic Green JoumalExperimental agriculture Organic Food Industry Profile Canada Renewable Agriculture and FoodSystems

Monographs

Number of titles held by KUC Library In this subject area 450

Number of titles published annually In this subject area 50

Average number of titles purchased annually 100

Average cost per volume of titles in this subject area 50

Is the collection current Yes noX

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Key Reference Titles

1 Sustainable agriculture and foodv14

Held by KUC Library

if no estimated cost

If no estimated cost

yes No X

2 Blocontrol potential and Its exploitation in sustainable agriculture v 1 2

Held by KUC Library yes No X

If no estimated cost

1120

3 Various Individual titles to be selected when more Information is available through courseoutlines bibliographies andor faculty requestsHeld by KUC Library yes No X

385

Comments

Plus other titles as appropriateSub Total 4000

Datacomments on the currencycomprehensiveness of the monograph collection Inthls subject areaWhile there are a number of books in the collection relevant to this subject area many of themare older We would need to purchase additional titles to update the collection and ensurethat each student will have access to enough material for study and assignments

Note Although we have indicated that there are approximately 50 relevant new titlespublished annually in this area we would also need to do some retroactive collection buildingof some of the previously published materials

Estimated cost for monograph collection for this program 5000

Additional comments

Subject headings consideredAgricultural pests biological control Agriculture and energy Agriculturalecology Agricultural innovations Agricultural pests biologicalcontrol Agroforestry Biological diversity Biological diversity conservation Businessenterprises environmental aspects Conservation of natural resources Corporationsenvironmental aspects Drought tolerant plants Economic development environmentalaspects Garden ecology Gardening environmental aspects Gardening to attractwildlife Green roofs Industrial management environmental aspects Insect pestsbtologlcal control Landscape construction Landscape protection Native plants forcultivation Native plant gardening Natural landscaping Organic farming Organicgardening Permaculture Pests Integrated control Pesticides environmentalaspects Social Responsibility of business Soil ecology Sustainableagriculture Sustainable forestry Sustainable horticulture Sustainable forestry Urbanecology Urbanization environmental aspects Woodland gardening Xeriscaping

INTERLIBRARY LOAN

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Estimated annual costs

STUDENT RESEARCH SKILLS CLASSES AND DOCUMENTATION

NA

List documentation to be createdrevised

Creation of new Research Skills Exercises and Guidepost to reflect new content

List web pagesInternet subject guides to be createdrevised

Creation of Subject Guide to reflect new subject area

Anticipated number and typebasicadvancedspecialized of library orientations per semester

One advancedspecialized orientation per section per semester

GENERAL COMMENTS

This impact assessment has been based on the most current Inforrnation available It is possible thatas course outlines and specific curriculum are developed further resources will need to be allocated Insupport of this programIt has also been based on the assumption that courses will take place at one campus location onlyObviously costs will Increase if some of the resources or services must be duplicated at multiplelocations

SUMMARY STATEMENT

The Foundation for Sustainable Horticulture proposal contains three new courses with subject areasranging from Agricultural pests biological control to Woodland gardening The proposal indicatesthat these courses will Incorporate practical demonstrations online Instruction and researchpresentations In order to support this new program the library will need to upgrade primarily ourmonograph collection This can be done at not too great a cost comparatively

PREVIOUS COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT

Currently our collection contains some material appropriate to the proposed content of this programHowever many additional specific titles would be required and new subject areas developed to supportsuch a unique programThe existing library materials in the subject areas of sustainable horticulture have been collectedprimarily to add breadth to related collection areas Although there are some materials in the collectionon these subjects generally they have been acquired In the broader context of existing Diplomaprograms In the School of Horticulture

FUTURE COLLECTION NEEDS

More current relevant and specific materials would need to be purchased to adequately address theneeds of students enrolled in this program Student and Instructor needs for this proposed programwould be significantly more extensive than the Library collection could currently support The collectionwill need to be enriched In order to more fully meet studentsneedsIn addition many faculty members will be actively working on their own studies and will require accessto recent research resources

COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT OBSTACLES

Funding it is recommended that funding for library resources be continued and Increased In order tobuild the type of library collection appropriate to an Institution offering citations certificates diplomasand academic baccalaureates

Time it Is obvious that building an appropriate library collection will take place over a period of time Itis important that the Library continue to be involved In the development of new degrees in order thatsufficient preparation time is available for the planning and building of new library collections

Total Estimated Startup Costs One Time I na

Total Estimated Annual Costs Ongoing I 13000

Assessment prepared b

tf

Degree and Proposal Assessment Committee RaisonLibrarian signature

July 5 2007

Assessment reviewed by

Dean of Leamer Resources signature

Date July 11 2007

Mardi 2004Ar

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DATE

July 5 2007

SUMMARY

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Please attach this section only to program concept

KWANTLEN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LIBRARY

IMPACT ASSESSMENTSUPPORT FOR PROGRAM PROPOSALIREVISION

NAME OF PROGRAMCitation and Certlflcate In Sustainable Horticulture

Part B

The Library supports in principle the development and implementation of the proposed Foundation forSustainable Horticulture Citation

The Foundation for Sustainable Horticulture proposal contains three new courses with subject areasranging from Agricultural pests biological control to Woodland gardening The proposal indicatesthat these courses will incorporate practical demonstrations online instruction and researchpresentations In order to support this new program the library will need to upgrade primarily ourmonograph collection This can be done at not too great a cost comparatively

Currently our collection contains some material appropriate to the proposed content of this programHowever many additional specific titles would be required and new subject areas developed to supportsuch a unique program

The existing library materials in the subject areas of sustainable horticulture have been collectedprimarily to add breadth to related collection areas Although there are some materials in the collectionon these subjects generally they have been acquired in the broader context of existing Diplomaprograms in the School of Horticulture

More current relevant and specific materials would need to be purchased to adequately address theneeds of students enrolled in this program Student and instructor needs for this proposed programwould be significantly more extensive than the Library collection could currently support The collectionwill need to be enriched in order to more fully meet studentsneeds

In addition many faculty members will be actively working on their own studies and will require accessto recent research resources

Funding it is recommended that funding for library resources be continued and increased in order tobuild the type of library collection appropriate to an institution offering citations certificates diplomasand academic baccalaureates

Time it is obvious that building an appropriate library collection will take place over a period of time ItIs important that the Library continue to be involved In the development of new degrees in order thatsufficient preparation time is available for the planning and building of new library collections

SUMMARY OF STARTUP ANNUAL COSTS

Online databases We

Audio visual materials2000Periodicals2000Reference titles 4000Monographs5000

Total annual costs 13000

Mardi 20041r

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Prepared by

Reviewed by

tDPAC liaison Librarian Signature

Dean of Leamer Resources Signature

I support this collection assessment

I do not support this collection assessment

Program developerSignature

Program developerSIgnature

Data

Please provide reasons for non support of assessment These will be attached to the assessmentdocument

Appendix G Marketing Impact Assessment

Byemail received 7 September 2007

Hi Gary

We often recommend 20000 for the first year of any new program to give the marketing andrecruitment the best Jumpstart we can Whether we Hort and Marketing depts get that amount ofmoney Is different story but its hard to market and generate awareness without spending money soI encourage you to lobby hard for money

This breakdown may change a little as In some cases some printing depending on project etc canbe done internally at our printshop thus reducing or removing those costs As well most of the labouris free but we found some shortterm help Is usually needed

Other marketing and communications activities would also occur but these would not generate hardcosts They include strategic planning marketing planning media relations press releases websitedevelopment graphic design high school liaison and supporting community event participation

The general marketing costs breakdown for that first year at 20000 Is thlsPrint Advertising campaigns 10000Radio Ad Campaign 3000Brochure Printing 1000Targeted Mailers postage 2000Auxiliary Employee Support 3000Promo Items 1000

If we could only get 1000 thls would be the general breakdownPrint Advertising campaigns 7000Brochure Printing 1000Targeted Mailers postage 1000Auxiliary Employee Support 1000

Hope this helps

Peter Chevrler Director Marketing and Communications

Appendix H Other Internal Consultations Sustainable Production citation

DEPARTMENT CONTACT LOCAL

Accounting Services Roy Dayldn 2455

planning and budgeting

Admissions Records Graduation Jody Gordon 2018

planningforprogram admission registration impact onscheduling etcJoshua Mitchell Director Enrolment Services L 2474 8 June 2007Thank you for the opportunity to review your Foundation for Sustainable Horticulture concept Please acceptmy response on behalf of Enrolment and Registrar Services Based on the Information presented 1 do notanticipate any challenges with respect to Education Advising or Student Awards and Financial Assistance Iwould ask that the planned implementation date be provided as leadtime for the Implementation of a newprogram can impact a programs successGiven the proposed format of delivery of the proposed citations It Is unlikely that students will be eligible forStudent aid Telephone conversation 5 May 2008

Julia Denker Registrar Offices L 2336 4 June 2007Regarding number of students expected to be enrolled In the programs 15 In each these numbers appearreasonable However if the programs are offered as selective entry will there be enough spaces In the coursesbeing shared with other Hort diploma programs Not selective entry space will be adequateInstitutional Resources

What kind of physical space 1s required for the additional courses NoneCosts

Operating costs are these programs being offered as selective entry programs NoIf they are offered asselective entry programs additional workload resources would be required In Admissions Your program areawould not Incur this cost this comment serves only to Illustrate the rising cost to managing the programareas If they are not offered as selective entry programs the change to workload In Admissions is minimal

Bookstore

planningfor textbook ordering etcSherry Martell L 2131 May 28 2007Bring It onl This will not Impact significantly on textbook ordering as the majority ofordered for existing courses so It will be good just to Increase enrolmentsLouise Peters L 3220 May28 2007This does not seem to bring any significant Increase In workload and in fact will helpthe courses already being offered In HORT designations I look forward to 1t

Marketing and Public Relationspromotions recruiting etc and costs ofsameNo reply received fromemail request for input

Peter Cbevrler

texts are already being

to streamline some of

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Counselling Susan Morris 2513

support services anticipatedfor program students etcSusan Monis 28 May 2007The new Citation as presented does not appear to require any additional Input from Counselling Shouldstudents require counselling services over the summer during their work placement there are Counsellorsavailable during that period either on campus or by phone so this does not provide any challenges

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Cooperative Education Sevin Heath Ansley 2013

coop work experience applicable to programNo reply received from amail request for input

Educational Advising Financial Awards Villa Pinto 2015

degree advising student loan eligibilityNo reply received fromemail request for Input

Facilities Karen Hearn 2442

planningfor space needs specialfacility needsKaren Hearn Director Facilities 2 June 2007

It is though anticipated that this Increase In offerings within Horticulture will help to Increase utilization Inexisting specialized spaces that Horticulture are currently using By providing offerings online during theevening and Saturdays there is a further opportunity to ensure that additional facilities are not required tosupport these offerings

If renovations or additions to the campus are required considerable advance planning and securing of funding IsrequiredIt is exciting to see this potential program offering which supports Increasing sustainability within theHorticultural industry and Is complimentary to the Institute and Kwantlensvalues of sustainabitityHuman Resources Liz McKinley retired 2066

planningforfaculty recruitment etcNo reply received

NB these citations are not expected to Increase the need for Facultystaff within the School of Horticulture

LET Paula Hennas 3399

planning re software needs system capacity and limitations

Paula Hennas 28 May 2007The things that would impact IET are in relation to technology for example are the new credentialsdependant on a new piece of software that would need to be purchased and installed in the labs would thatsoftware require a brand new type of printer or plotter or any other digital equipment that would have acapital cost and maintenance costs Would the new credentials require a new computer lab in which to run

Having stated that the program does not require any new computer tab or software Paula Hannas replied IETdoes not have any concems

Library Services Linda Rogers 2540

collections AV needs etc

Allison Richardson 28 May 2007Gaps do exist in the library collection on the topics of sustainable production landscaping and businessHowever the library is currently focusing on building up those areas The library will request additionalfunding for new resources but after a very quick assessment I think that we will be able to build a useablecollection within a reasonable time frame and budget

Purchasing Print Services Scott Gowen 2134

special equipment need printing manuals etc

Scott Gowan 28 May 2007Thankyou for providing an overview of your new program and it should not present any concems forMaterial Management Purchasing or the Print Production Centre Thanks Scott

Recreational Services

No reply received fromemail request for Input

Cori Andrichuk 2005

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Appendix I External Consultations Contacts Groups in Survey for SustainableProduction Citation

Producers

Growers of greenhouse edibles 3 businesses consulted March 2006Growers of greenhouse omamentals Several businesses consulted Spring 2006Field crops 10 businesses consulted FebruaryMarch 2006Landscape producers 13 businesses consulted March 2006

Education

Colleges Including but not limited toUCFV Dr Norma Senn Dean of Agricultural Dept retiredCaptleno College Rob Welsh Instructor Landscape HorticultureUniversity of North Carolina Dr Mary Peet Professor Dept of HorticulturalScience

Nova Scotia Agricultural College Dr Derek Lynch Canada Research ChairOrganic AgricultureBCIT Anita Green MLA Education Coordinator Centre for the Advancementof Green Roof Technology

Students

Kwantlen Horticulture Diploma Program students 22 students surveyedAlumni from the horticulture programHorticulture Education BC PJ Bums Executive Director secondment completed2007

ResearchExtension

Government Research and Extension Officers

BC Ministry of Agriculture and LandsDave Trotter BC Ministry of Forests Extension Service SurreyJennifer Curtis Greenhouse and Mushroom Industry Specialist BC Ministry

of Agriculture and LandsAgriculture Canada

Dr David Ehret Researcher Pacific Agriculture Research CentreAgriculture and AgrlFood Canada Agassiz BC

Dr Les Schipp Researcher Ontario Ministry of Agriculture HarrowResearch Centre ON

Kenna MacKenzie Research Scientist Agriculture and AgriFood CanadaKentvilie N5

Dr Mark Goettel Research Scientist Agriculture and AgriFood CanadaLethbridge AB

Other

Institute for Sustainable Horticulture KwantlenUnniveristy College DrDebbie Henderson Chair Dr JIM Matteoni Acting Chair 2006

Associations

BC Greenhouse Growers Assoc Mr Amandeep Bal MSc Research CoordinatorCertified Organic Associations of BC Klrsten Kane Executive Director until 2007

Industry Suppliers and other interested partiesGeneral Product suppliers

Bob Macadam BSc Biologicals Coordinator Westgro SalesJohn Whittaker Depot Manager Terralink Horticulture AbbotsfordStephen Ng Manager Canadian Organic Products Victoria

Private Consultants and Researchers

Kevin Talbot Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc Oregon USAShannon Buckshaw ES Cropconsult Vancouver BCCarolyn Teesdale ES Cropconsult Vancouver BCJanice Elmhirst Elmhirst Diagnostics and Research Abbotsford BCJasblr Mann DM Crop Consulting and Diagnostics Surrey

Sustainable Production Program Survey Results

Program Proposal

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Total

repliesStudent Commerdal Education Research

GovtInd AssocSuppliersConsults

Gh Ls Turf Gh Ls Turf

47 9 12 2 7 4 7 7

Do you see a need for a sustainable horticulture program

Yes 37 9 9 2 3 3 5 6

No 4 3 1

Are you aware of any existing training being offered

Yes 6 1 1 4

No I dontknow

5 1 3 1

No I believenone available

1 1

Would it be suitable to deliver such a program at Kwantlen Langley

Yes 31 8 11 2 1 3 2 4

No 4 2 2

Which of the following would be your preferred method of program delivery

Full time 12 5 5 1 1

Parttime 9 3 4 1 1

Daytime 5 3 2

Evenings 3 1 1 1

Weekends 3 2 1

Distance 4 1 1 2

Practical 1 1 3 2

Sustainable Production Program Survey Results

Program Proposal

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Sustainable agricultural practices tillage croprotations cover crops

Soil biology husbandry x 3

Sales marketing x 4 Pest and Disease recognition and control x 7Managing landscapes naturally Plant Identification

Diversity of landscape settings Organic turfgrass landscape managementOrganic vegetable production Organic flower production

Green roof skills Understanding of environmental protectionAbility to think holistically and globally Understanding of production costs and business

management skills x 5Practical farming experience on farm Transition production practices x 2

Importance of customer relations How to become certified organicLegislation x 3 Production practices x 2

Climate management Good agricultural practicesGeneric Food Safety Public Speaking skills

Composting techniques AgroeconomicsSocioeconomics or Social Environmental

ethics

Statistics for field work

Research skills for field work Plant nutrition Experience in Held agriculture

If the program was delivered as 5 courses each or 5 hrs per week over 15 wks would that suit you

Yes

Gh Greenhouse

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Ls Landscape Turf Turf Maintenance

What skills would you expect to obtain or expect an employee to obtain from such a programResponses recorded here are those directly as stated by people surveyed not selected by themfrom a list they were offered

How far would you be willing to travel to attend such a program These are individual responses

Total

repliesStudent Commercial Education Research


1 hour 15 miles

Gh Ls Turf Gh Ls Turf

40 kms 1 hour 1 hour 45 mins

30 mins 2 hours 1 hour


Yes 14 5 6 2 1

No 2 1 1

Gh Greenhouse

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30 mins 15 mins 1 hour 1 hour 15 miles

40 km 3 km 30 mins 1 hour 15 mins

1 hour 40 kms 1 hour 1 hour 45 mins

30 mins 2 hours 1 hour

Gh Greenhouse

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What other comments would you like to make

Course Proposals Greenhouse Production option

62

What specific courses would you expect to be Included In a Sustainable Horticulture program

Total



Important to involve industryThis is needed good luck Think globally

Dont get caught in the organic only trap Look at some pests in more detail than acourse normally allows

Keep it hands on I would be v interested to take a greenhouseveg course

Dont do a specific program but offer it as partof the current diploma

18

I want to keep up to date

13 1 2 1

Erosion control

Working with depleted soils

Do you see a need for a sustainable greenhouse vegetable production program in BC

Yes 17 11 1 2 3

No 1 1



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Need workers who want to work This is greatly needed every successNeeds broadbased include both organic and

conventionalLangley is a good location make sure students

do a research project tooInclude a co op term with a grower Important to involve industry

This is needed good luck Think globallyDont get caught in the organic only trap Look at some pests in more detail than a

course normally allowsKeep it hands on I would be v interested to take a greenhouse

veg course

Dont do a specific program but offer it as partof the current diploma

Send me information

I want to keep up to date Yes there is definitely a demandExcellent ideal

Residential horticulture



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Role of economics in sustainable agriculture Developing economic thresholdsOrganic standards and practices Legislation suggested twice

Basic computing skills databases Planning for ProfitThe global nature of horticulture Export markets

Soil management suggested three times Medicinal Culinary herb productionIntegrated Pest Management Field production raised bedsCombined turf landscape Business courses

Water Management Govemment issues responsibilitiesNatural practices In Landscapes Residential horticulture

Green Roofs for the future Erosion control

Working with depleted soils



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Would It be suitable to deliver such a program at Kwantlen Langley

Yes 8 6 1 1

No


Full time 4 2 1 1

Parttime 2 2

Daytime 1 1

Evenings 2 2

Weekends 3 3

Distance

Practical 1 1


Yes 6 4 1 1

No 2 2

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One respondent was from Vancouver Island the other suggested a course delivered via videos andworkbooks

What skills would you expect to obtain or expect an employee to obtain from such a program

How far would you be willing to travel to attend such a program

20 miles 3040km 40km

Record keeping Report writingPractical skills Understanding of organics

Knowledge of soils and plants

63

One respondent was from Vancouver Island the other suggested a course delivered via videos andworkbooks



20 miles 3040km 40km

What specific courses would you expect to be included in a Sustainable Horticulture program


Course Proposals Landscape option

64

Total



Record KeepingOrganic certification standards Fertility and nutrition

Soil biology Marketing and Sales twiceCompost management Post harvest handling

16 12 4

Do you see a need for a sustainable landscape management program in BC

Yes 15 11 4

No

Would it be suitable to deliver such a program at Kwantlen Langley

Yes

No




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Business Tax incentives 5 suggestions Evaluation of organic varietiesIntegrated Pest Management 7 suggestions Weed control

Greenhouse construction Record KeepingOrganic certification standards Fertility and nutrition

Soil biology Marketing and Sales twiceCompost management Post harvest handling




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Unclear what would make It unique Is there an Industry based advisory committeeGood Idea Delta grower Needs heavy focus on practical work Include

a work practicumGreat Idea grower from Vancouver Island Good to see Kwantlen Is persulng this

important and growing sector in BCagriculture




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Full time 7 6 1

Parttime 9 7 2

Daytime 7 5 2

Evenings 4 2 2

Weekends 1 1

Distance 1 1

Practical

If the program was delivered as 5 courses each or 5 hrs per week over 15 wits would that suit you

Yes 9 8 1

No 5 2 3

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What specific courses would you expect to be Included in a Sustainable Horticulture program

Environmental Studies case studies Sustainable Urban DesignRain gardensPlant ID for Naturscaping

Soil management Pesticide alternatives for landscapesSustainable Construction Practices suggested

three timesSustainable Irrigation Practices

Organic Practices for Landscapers suggestedtwice

Public Relations

Green Roof Technology

40 miles 23 km 20 miles

65




Business skills suggested twice Landscape maintenanceSupervisory skills What makes landscape sustainable

How does sustainable affect

garden landscape designCommunity stability

Preserving resources Sustainable residential landscapingDesigning around the environment Urban sustainability

40 miles 23 km

65




1 hr 1 hr 1 hr Y hr N hr

1 1 hr 16 hr 40 miles 23 km 20 miles

50 km 40 miles 23 km Y hr

65





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Looks Great Make it an evening classFocus on urban development Distance education is paramountDont know enough about itl Try 2 courses over three terms

Lots of overlap with Diploma perhaps it shouldbe a Diploma specialization

Have consistent instructors with a common

goal


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Appendix J Letters of Support from External Organisations

November 19 2007

UNITEDFLOWERGROWERS

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COOP ASSOCIATION

4085 MARINE WAY BURNABY BC CANADA V5J 5E2 TELEPHONE6044302211 FAX 80443031358

TOLLFREE 1877 4902211 WEBwwwufgcacan EMAIL InfoOufgcacom

To whom it may concern

New Horticulture Citation Programs

Gary Jones in the School of Horticulture has informed me of the Schoolsdesire to makeseveral new Citation programs available l understand that these short series of coursestaken by a student over the course of one to three semesters might include

Production Pest Management

Sustainable Horticulture


Greenhouse Facilities

have been involved in the horticulture industry for many yearsand I believe this concept isa good way to go Flower growers and bedding plant producers are always looking forpeople with the right attitude and some background production experience I would like tooffer my support for this initiative and hope to see it be successful

Yours sincerely

Robert PringleChief Executive Officer

Thursday November 08 2007


Re New Program Citations

GaryJones in the School of Horticulture has informed me of Kwantlensintention to make several new programs available in the form of a Citationcredential I understand that a citation will take the form of a short series ofcourses taken by a student over the course of typically one to threesemesters

Garysuggests that one of these citations could be Commercial Horticulture inBC and he tells me that this is intended to give new immigrants with highacademic credentials a good background to the industry here This would be ofparticular interest to me and my business needs

As someone with a long history of involvement in the horticulture industry inparticular the fruit and berry industry I think this concept is one I wholeheartedly support There are numerous career opportunities in this wonderfulindustry for people with the right attitude and some background experience ofhorticulture 1 would like to offer my support for this initiative and hope to seesuccessful graduates available for the workforce in the near future

YoursLpincerely

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Wednesday November 07 2007


New Horticulture Citation Programs

Yours sincerely

6Anne Kadwell BA NPDPresident

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I have been told by Gary Jones in the School of Horticulture that the Schoolswould liketo make several new Citation programs available as soon as possible I understand thatthese short series of courses taken by a student over the course of one to three semestersmight include

Nursery and Landscape Pest ManagementSustainable LandscapingHorticultural Science

Retail Garden Centre

Global Perspectives for HorticultureIrrigation

I know that many of the growers in the industry are always looking for people with theright attitude and some practical experience A series of short programs that couldprovide this experience and potentially supply a new wave of employees has to be worththinking about I would like to offer my support for this initiative and hope to see it besuEcessfiil

4102 5783 176A St Surrey BC V3S 6S6 Ph 6045753239 Fx 6045747773Info@horteducationbccom wwwhorteducationbccom

May 2 2008

Gary JonesInstructor and Chair Horticulture ProgramKwanllen University CollegeLangley BC

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Dear Gary

RE New Horticulture Citation Programs at Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Bruce McTavish in the School of Horticulture has informed me that the School wishesto make available several new Citation programs I understand that these short seriesof courses taken by a student over the course of one to three semesters mayinclude

Nursery and Landscape Pest ManagementSustainable LandscapingHorticultural ScienceRetail Garden Centre

Global Perspectives for HorticultureIrrigation

I have been involved in the nursery industry for many years and Tong tens learning isan excellentavenue for workers In the nursery industry to upgrade and expand theirknowledge base Nursery and forestry seedling producers are looking for people withthe right attitude and the right solid practical experience

I fully support this Initiative and wish the School every success with this new program

Bill dyDirector Education 8 Labour

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TO Degree and Program Assessment Committee

c Wayne Tebb John Western

FROM School of Business Curriculum Committee

DATE May 16 2008

suBJECr Amending BBAAccounting Degree

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MEMORANDUM

The School of Business Divisional Curriculum Committee has approved the proposed revisions to theBBAAccounting Degree Revisions have been made to the list of required courses in the degree andexpand the list of courses available for students to choose as an elective

1 Currently students are required to take an Economics course in their degree and may chooseeither ENTR 3150 Business Economics or ECON 2350 Intermediate Economics We wouldlike to add ECON 3150 Managerial Economics to this list so they have a choice from threedifferent economics courses to satisfy this requirement

2 BBA Accounting students have to take three elective courses to complete their degree Theseelectives may currently be chosen from third or fourth year Accounting or Entrepreneurialcourses We would like to expand the list of courses available to the students for theirelectives by also allowing them to choose ECON 3350 or FNSR 3350 as an elective

Accounting students have a great variety of backgrounds and are looking at many different careerpaths in their future This increase in the available economics courses to choose from allows the

student to select an appropriate higher level economics course that best suits their needs abilitiesand interests Many of our students have an interest in finance and investment Allowing FNSR 3350as an elective allows them to better pursue their interests

The proposed implementation date for these revisions is September 2008

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TO Degree and Program Assessment Committee

Cc Dianne Crisp Wayne Tebb

FROM Paul Leigh

DATE 23 May 2008

SUBJECT ENTR 3000 ENTR 3500 Course Number and Title Change

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MEMORANDUM

The School of Business Divisional Curriculum Committee has approved the renumbering of ENTR3500 to ENTR 3000 Rationale for this re numbering is for sequencing purposes Students wereconfused as to when to take this course within the BBA Entrepreneurial Leadership Program Thehigher number 3500 indicated to students that They would take this course as the last or nearly the lastcourse in the third year of the BBA program given for example that all other ENTR course numbers inthe third year ranged from 3110 3170

This renumbering will help provide clarity to the preferred order of when a student would take thiscourse within all BBA programs

All updates in calendar brochures will be made as well as revisions to courses that have 3500 as a prerequisite

This course is required in the third year of ALL three BBA degree programs Therefore this renumbering will have an impact on the required courses for the following credentials

BBA AccountingBBA Entrepreneurial LeadershipBBA Human Resources Management

Students will not be negatively impacted by this change as it is only a renumbering and title changenot a significant revision that effects the curriculum of the program in any way

The proposed effective date of this change is September 2008



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GDMA 1121 Print Production Software Applications 1

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GDMA 3120 Interactive Software Applications 2

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TO DPAC

C Rick Cuff Marge Damon

FROM Barbara Duggan

DATE April 28 2008

SUBJECT GDMA courses Adjustment of passing grades from 60 C to 68 B

MEMORANDUM

The following courses require a change in the passing grade from 60 C to 68 B

All of the other GDMA courses that require a passing grade of B were identified andpassed by DPAC several years ago and those identified above were meant to havebeen included in the previous submission

Rationale

The same rationale prevails as stated in a memo to Ed Council dated 23 Sept05 whenother GDMA courses were approved for the same changes

The program believes that maintaining appropriate standards of performance is criticalto the success of students and for building a solid reputation for the program GDMAfaculty members recommend this change based on their past experience as educators inthe GDMA program as instructors at other institutions and as former or currentprofessionals

A chart showing all of the prerequisite and corequisites affected by this change wassent under separate attachment dated April 25 08

DPACsapproval of the change of passing grade is requested for implementation in Fall2008


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DPACsapproval is requested

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TO DPAC

C Brenda Snaith

FROM Barbara Duggan

DATE 26May08

SUBJECT Replacing CMNS 1241 and 1242 with CMNS 1 140

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MEMORANDUM

At the May 2008 divisionsCurriculum Committee meeting IDSNs request to replace CMNS 1241and 1242 with CMNS 1 140 was approved This change will affect the Fall 2008 intake only

Rationale

A few years ago the IDSN program split a required 3credit course CMNS 1140 into two modules of15 credits each CMNS 1241 and 1242 in order to supply just intime delivery of its content to theIDSN students They have found that many students have either taken the full version of CMNS 1140preferred to take it in its entirety or preferred the option to take the course at a different time thantimetabled eg summer semester As a result it had become financially unrealistic to offer the coursein the split mode

A corresponding alignment will follow after DPACsapproval CMNS 1 140 will become aprerequisite course for IDSN 3500 and will be deleted as a corequisite for IDSN 2400 Note re IDSN2400 As a locked step program IDSN does not list their corequisites in the course outlines There is astanding arrangement that Admissions will verify that IDSN students are registered in all courses for asemester


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DPACsapproval is requested

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TO DPAC

C Brenda Snaith

FROM Barbara Duggan

DATE 26May08

SUBJECT IDSN program change renumbering IDSN 4761 to IDSN 4861

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MEMORANDUM

At the May 2008 divisionsCurriculum Committee meeting the request to change the number of IDSN4761 to IDSN 4861 was approved This is also a program change that requires DPACsapproval

The program numbers their courses by year and then by semester eg 4761 4 year 7111 semesterThere are a total of eight semesters in the degree program Currently IDSN 4761 takes place during theSpring semester the 8 semester but was timetabled as being in the 7 semester Changing the 2number of the course to 8 will correctly align the course with the rest and avoid future timetablingerrors


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