Identification and control of turfgrass weeds, insects, and diseases. Emphasis will be placed on management strategies that include both chemical and non-chemical approaches to the prevention and control of common turfgrass pests.
Athena Title
Turfgrass Pest Management
Prerequisite
CRSS 2830 or CRSS 3270
Semester Course Offered
Offered spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students will be able to identify key turfgrass pests including insects, weeds, and pathogens.
By the end of the course, students will be able to describe several cultural and biological control options for the control of key turfgrass pests.
By the end of the course, students will be able to identify the environmental, chemical, and biological challenges associated with pesticide use in turfgrass systems.
By the end of the course, students will be able to identify common pesticides and application techniques and timings for the control of key turfgrass pests.
Topical Outline
1. Identification and control of turfgrass weeds, insects, and diseases.
2. Emphasis will be placed on management strategies that include both chemical and non-chemical approaches to the
prevention and control of common turfgrass pests.
