This course is designed for the undergraduate students majoring or minoring in urban forestry, forestry, horticulture, or landscape architecture or anyone who desires more technical information on the selection, siting, and care of individual trees in the landscape. Topics include: tree biology, soil and water management, tree species selection, tree planting practices, pruning, plant health care management, tree risk management, tree climbing and working in arboriculture and allied industries. Assigned readings from journals, articles and professional publications. Classes include lecture, hands-on activities, discussion, and demonstration in the classroom and at the Urban Forestry Outreach and Research Nursery on the St. Paul Campus.
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Apply knowledge of tree biology, soil science, and water issues to tree health and maintenance.
Demonstrate basic knowledge of best management practices for site planning, tree selection, installation, establishment, and pruning.
Devise basic tree assessments and risk management plans through prioritization of site criteria and client objectives.
Communicate introductory and technical arboricultural concepts to laypersons in a clear and concise manner.