Plant Science
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Faculty Coordinator
Patricia Jepson
- College of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Office of Academic Programs
- Young Building, Room 211, U-4090
- (860) 486-2920 or (860) 486-2919
- patricia.jepson@uconn.edu
Patricia Jepson, Ph.D. is the Director of the Academic Advisory
Center for the College of Agricuture and Natural Resources.
Course Offerings
PLSC 101: Fundamentals of Horticulture
- Three Credits. Science and practice of horticultural plant
propagation and culture; Basic concepts of plant structure,
growth, and function; Integrated pest management; Impact
of new technology; Horticulture and the environment.
Events
- There are currently no events scheduled for Plant Science.
Frequently Asked Questions About Instructor Certification
- Q: What are the minimum requirements for instructor
certification in Plant Science/ Horticulture?
- A: The minimum requirements for instructor certification are Bachelor's and Master’s degrees in plant science, botany, or a related discipline and three years teaching experience. A Master’s degree in Education may be acceptable if applicants completed sufficient undergraduate and graduate courses in plant science and related disciplines. Access to a greenhouse, land lab, and other resources are required to support applied learning opportunities. Other factors that will be considered include instructor’s experience in applied aspects of plant science and participation in professional development activities. Teachers must submit a detailed lecture and lab syllabus with their application for certification
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