Montgomery College 2020-2021 Catalog 
    
    Dec 26, 2024  
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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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