AGRONOMY 896 Turf and Landscape Weed Management	DATES: Spring 2008	Call Number: TBA
URL:  http://my.unl.edu

Credits:  One graduate credit.  The course is also offered for noncredit professional development or CEU credit.

Description:  This online mini-course provides a comprehensive, in-depth study of weed biology and control as applied to turfgrass and landscape management.  The course examines the specifics of weed management and related control strategies, including non-chemical methods.  Along with basic terminology and concepts, students learn why weeds appear, persist and dominate in turf and landscapes.  Students also acquire skills to assist in weed identification; develop cultural programs to limit weed invasion and persistence; and develop knowledge to maximize herbicide efficacy and minimze environmental impacts.

Instructor:   Dr. Roch Gaussoin

Delivery:  Internet/Blackboard, only.  This class does not have a resident section. 

Requirements:  Internet access and e-mail

Prerequisites:  Individuals taking the course for academic credit must be enrolled in UNL's Graduate School and have completed 12 hours in agronomy or closely related biological sciences courses. 

Text:  None.  All course materials will be made available via the Internet/Blackboard.  If a reference text is desired, recommended title is Integrated Turfgrass Management for the Northern Great Plains (EC-1557), available for purchase through the online UNL Extension Publications Catalogue.

Tuition:  For information on tuition and fees, please click on the Registration links above.

Who It's For:  Among those who would benefit from taking this course are:

• Graduate students, preparing for more intensive or specialized study later
• Golf course superintendents
• Professional turf managers 
• Horticultural professionals
• Master Gardeners
• Anyone interested in landscape weed management