# Turfgrass Management Technician (Certificate of Achievement)

College of the Desert · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Agriculture

Source: https://catalog.collegeofthedesert.edu/programs/agriculture/turfgrass-management-technician-certificate-of-achievement/

This program provides entry level instruction in the proper identification, cultural practices, disease identification, planting, and management of turfgrass. Career opportunities include landscape and irrigation management of turfgrass, pest management and pesticide application on turfgrass, equipment operation on turfgrass, and turfgrass management safety skills.

### Learning Outcomes

#### Learning Outcomes

Upon satisfactory completion of this program students will be able to:

1.  The ability to demonstrate exceptional managerial and leadership skills opens the door to enhanced opportunities and success within the turfgrass management industry.
2.  Acquire academic excellence and show specialized skill in Turfgrass Management disciplines, necessary for a successful career.
3.  Prepare for a successful career in the field of turfgrass management.

### Program Requirements

#### Program Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | | Units |
| AGEH 001 | Horticulture | 3 |
| AGEH 004 | Turfgrass Management | 2 |
| AGEH 008 | Landscape Management | 3 |
| AGEH 024 | Advanced Turfgrass Management | 3 |
| AGEH 027 | Turfgrass & Landscape Pest Management | 3 |
| AGEH 030 | Landscape Equipment | 2 |
| AGPS 032 | Pesticide Laws & Regulations | 2 |
| **CERTIFICATE TOTAL** | | 18 |