LNTP 115 - Water Garden Management

(G only)

This course, a comprehensive survey directed toward planning, installing, and maintaining water gardens, examines construction materials and techniques. Topics also include the study of aquatic plants-their propagation, culture, and function in the aquatic ecosystem-and the selection and care of ornamental fish and scavengers. One hour lecture, two hours laboratory each week. Formerly LN 115.

2 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Enumerate and explain the building code laws pertaining to pool construction.
Describe the site analysis requirements for proper pool placement into the landscape.
State the proper pool installation procedures for construction materials.
Demonstrate appropriate procedures to manage problems in an aquatic ecosystem.
Describe the culture, maintenance, and propagation of aquatic plants, with emphasis on each plant group’s niche in the ecosystem.
State the requirements for incorporating fish and other aquatic animals into the pool environment.
Develop an understanding of plant limitations caused by pest and disease activity.

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