PLHRT 4931 - It’s Just Grass: Grassing the Urban Eden

(CU-SBY)

Spring (weeks 8-14). 2 credits. Letter grades only.

Prerequisite: PLHRT 4920/LA 4920 recommended but not required.

F. S. Rossi.

This course explores the elements of sustainable design, establishment and management of sports, golf and lawn turf. Focus on practical aspects through field tours, hand-on activities and real-world case studies.

Outcome 1: Critically evaluate design specifications for turfgrass installations.

Outcome 2: Develop skills for effective client communication regarding sustainable design and management of turf.

Outcome 3: Develop hands-on plant identification and other practical turfgrass management skills.