POTMA - Turfgrass Management
Course Description
The Turfgrass Management Certificate offers a practical, science-based approach to maintaining healthy and sustainable turfgrass systems. Developed in partnership with the LSU AgCenter, the program blends research-backed principles with real-world application, making it highly relevant for today’s workforce needs. Learners will gain immediately applicable skills that can be used across a variety of environments, including sports fields, golf courses, and commercial landscapes.
Skill Profile:
- Identify common turfgrass species and select appropriate types based on site conditions, climate, and intended use
- Interpret soil test results and develop turfgrass fertility plans using industry-standard recommendations and environmental best practices.
- Perform accurate calculations for fertilizer and pesticide applications and calibrate turfgrass equipment to ensure safe and effective product delivery.
- Develop turfgrass establishment plans using appropriate planting methods and site preparation techniques for various turfgrass systems.
- Diagnose turfgrass pests including weeds, diseases, and insects, and apply integrated pest management (IPM) strategies tailored to specific turf environments.
Requirements:
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This online course requires access to a computer with internet access, email, an Internet browser (Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox recommended), MS PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Format:
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Online self-paced with eight weeks to complete the course.
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Turfgrass Management Certificate : Turfgrass Management
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