PLSC 321 - Hydroponic Food Production

Credit(s): 4

HYDROPONIC FOOD PRODUCTION
Component: Lecture
Hydroponic methods of growing food crops without soil. Students learn about how hydroponics compares to soil, hydroponic system designs, soilless plant propagation and production, and nutrient solution management. A greenhouse laboratory with hands-on activities allows students to build and manage hydroponic systems, grow a variety of hydroponic food crops (e.g., leafy greens, culinary herbs, and peppers), and conduct hydroponic experiments.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 4 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option

PREREQ: PLSC 101 or BISC 103 or BISC 104 or BISC 207.

Course Typically Offered: Fall

General Education Objectives:
GE1A: Read Critically GE1B: Analyze Arguments and Information GE1C: Engage in Constructive Ideation GE2A: Communicate Effectively in Writing GE2B: Communicate Orally GE2C: Communication Through Creative Expression GE3A: Work Collaboratively Across Cultures GE3B: Work Independently Across Cultures GE5A: Reason Quantitatively GE5C: Reason Scientifically