AGH 211 - Advanced Turfgrass Management

1. Identify common weeds
   1. Recognize common broadleaf weeds in turf
   2. Recognize common grassy weeds in turf
2. Describe recognized broadleaf weed life cycles
3. Describe recognized grassy weed life cycles
4. Control weeds by selecting appropriate herbicides
5. Identify common turf insects/pests
   1. Recognize common above-ground turf insects/pests
   2. Recognize common below-ground turf insects/pests
6. Describe recognized above-ground insect/pest life cycles
7. Describe commonly recognized below-ground insect/pest life cycles
8. Control insects/pests by selecting appropriate insecticides
9. Identify common turf diseases
   1. Recognize common cold-weather turf diseases and their life cycles
   2. Recognize common cool/moderate weather turf diseases and their life cycle
   3. Recognize common hot weather turf diseases and their life cycles
10. Describe the life cycles of cold, cool/moderate, and hot weather turf disease life cycles
11. Select appropriate fungicide for control of cold, cool/moderate and hot weather turf diseases
12. Calibrate sprayers and spreaders for the proper operation required for chemical and fertilizer applications
13. Label sprayer and spreader components
14. Describe the impact of ground speed variations on application rates
15. Explain the impact of variations in pressure on application rates
16. Compute application rates using ground speed, pressure, and nozzle size (sprayer) or plate setting (spreader) per 1000 ft2 per acre
17. Demonstrate the correct use and operation of turf maintenance equipment
    1. Select the proper piece of equipment for the maintenance task to be performed
    2. Demonstrate the ability to operate each piece of turf maintenance equipment
18. Explain the proper timing (seasonal) for the use of each piece of turf equipment
19. Describe the impact (physical/physiological) each piece has on the turf
20. Cite the history of turf associated recreational activities
    1. Recall the approximate date of origin of various recognized recreational activities performed on turf
    2. State the size/area of playing surface needed for each recognized activity
21. Identify employment opportunities in recreational turf maintenance
    1. Recall census figures on various types of recreational turf facilities
    2. State approximate potential income ranges
22. Outline the construction steps of a golf course
    1. Describe the construction steps of putting greens, tees, and hazards
    2. Explain the construction steps of fairways
23. Demonstrate knowledge of good business management practices