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18 courses · Santa Barbara City College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
EH 101 Plant Identification And Culture
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 90 (36 lecture, 54 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- AG - EH 108L
Examines over 200 landscape plants commonly used in southern California, including trees, shrubs, vines and herbaceous plants. Each plant is studied for distinguishing characteristics and care requirements.
EH 102 Soils And Plant Nutrients
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 90 (36 lecture, 54 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- AG - PS 128L
Covers soils as related to sustainable plant care. Emphasis on soil analysis, problem identification, soil remediation, soil enhancement and the soil food web.
EH 103 Irrigation And Garden Waterworks
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 90 (36 lecture, 54 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Introduces the materials and methods used in landscape irrigation system design, maintenance and repair. Simple plan reading, system scheduling, controller use and water conservation practices are emphasized.
EH 104 Landscape Maintenance
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 90 (36 lecture, 54 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Covers basic sustainable methods of soil care, water efficient irrigation systems, pruning, fertilization, turf management, insect control, and weed control. Personal health and safety emphasized.
EH 105 Landscape Construction
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 90 (36 lecture, 54 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Introduce basic landscape construction equipment, materials and methods, including plan reading, grading, drainage, concrete, masonry, carpentry, electrical and plumbing, C-27 license requirements, business practices and regulations.
EH 106 Greenhouse/Nursery Operations And Practices, Plant Propagation And Plant Recognition
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 90 (36 lecture, 54 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- AG-EH 116
Introduces greenhouse/nursery industry practices, including plant propagation methods, greenhouse design and maintenance, and the nursery market.
EH 109 Permaculture Design
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 90 (90 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Application of ecological and environmental principles to designing human systems that are locally sustainable and require reduced inputs. Upon successful completion of course, students will receive worldwide recognized Permaculture Design certification.
EH 109B Advanced Permaculture Design
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 90 (36 lecture, 54 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Provides hands-on opportunities to gain skills in permaculture design, while reviewing and adding depth of knowledge to basic permaculture design concepts.
EH 110 Introduction to Horticulture
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- AG - PS104
Introduction to central concepts of environmental horticulture. Covers horticultural practices and methods, with focus on long-term sustainability and local ecological issues.
EH 112 Ecological Restoration I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 90 (36 lecture, 54 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Principles and techniques of regional habitat restoration, with an emphasis on the identification, collection, propagation and care of native plants.
EH 113 Ecological Restoration II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 90 (36 lecture, 54 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Review of the concepts, processes, techniques and politics involved in habitat restoration, with a focus on regional habitats, issues and long-term monitoring.
EH 126 Landscape Drafting I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 72 (45 lecture, 27 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Principles of drafting and plan reading for landscape architecture and ornamental horticulture. Style research, drafting of plans, elevations and details.
EH 127 Landscape Drafting II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 72 (45 lecture, 27 lab)
- Prerequisite
- DRFT 126 or EH 126.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Advanced drafting and plan reading using manual and computer drafting tools, for landscape architecture and ornamental horticulture fields. Includes site plans, elevations and details.
EH 201 Arboriculture
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to the care of woody plants, including trees, shrubs, vines and palms. Covers function, structure, taxonomy, anatomy and physiology of woody plants; the effects of soil, water and fertilizer, pruning, safety, planting, early care, and diagnostics of pests and disease.
EH 202 Residential Landscape Design
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Foundational course for basic skills in design and implementation of residential landscaping. Theory and practical development of skills and artforms associated with hardscape and softscape elements and plans examined.
EH 207 Small Scale Food Production
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 90 (36 lecture, 54 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Explores the natural and sustainable techniques and skills used to produce healthy organic produce. Soil development, composting, mulching, suitable vegetables, fruit trees and herb cultivation covered.
EH 290 Work Experience In Environmental Horticulture
- Units
- 2-4
- Hours
- 216 (216 lab)
- Prerequisite
- Any 100 level EH class.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Exploration of elements essential to success in the fields of horticulture, including proper work ethic, job searching and job preparation. Outside of class, students work to earn credit. Time sheets are done monthly, supervisor evaluation is required, and a three-way semester contract is developed between the student, the student's supervisor and the instructor. Course restricted to 3 repetitions
EH 299 Independent Study In Environmental Horticulture
- Units
- 1-4
- Hours
- 192 (192 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU
For complete information, see "Independent Study" in the Catalog Index.