Floral Design Program

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree and the Certificate of Achievement in Ornamental Horticulture -- Floral Design Emphasis prepare students for a wide range of careers in the commercial floral design industry. Classes are offered at the Henderson (HN) campus and at the Desert Garden Center (DG), on the West Charleston campus -- in Nursery located across the street from the public library.

For more information contact Chieko Fukushima at (702) 651-5618 or e-mail chieko.fukushima@csn.edu.

Spring 2010 Schedule of Classes

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OH 100B Horticulture Fundamentals

Survey and application of the plant sciences to horticultural situations. Investigation of career paths and employment opportunities locally and nationally. Development of individual educational goals and schedule at CSN through assessment and counseling. Should be taken in the first semester of study. 3 Credits.

OH 102B Introduction to Floral Design

Introductory course covering floral design theory, history, techniques and the skills currently required for employment in the floral design industry. Lab experience covers construction of basic floral products. Successful completion of course offers entry-level employment in field. 3 Credits.

OH 202B Floral/Tributes and Traditions

A study of the effects of international influences on florals. Cultural differences in expression through floral tributes will be explored through customs, practices and traditions of many countries. Retail practices in the handling and styling of floral tributes specific to funerals with cross applications to other situations. Prerequisite: OH 102B. 3 Credits.

OH 216B Floral/Advanced Ikebana

A continuation of OH 206B Floral/Beginning Ikebana. Indepth study of advanced styles and masters of Ikebana. Prerequisite: OH 206B. 3 Credits.

OH 220B Floral/Events and Display

Comprehensive information regarding planning, organizing, managing and delivering designs for special occasions. Party props, room decor, table treatments, lighting and display elements are emphasized along with art principles and creative thematic approaches to floral design. Prerequisite: OH 102B. 3 Credits.

OH 225B Floral/Color and Product Mix

Course addresses the use of color as an aesthetic sales tool in the manufacture of floral products. Focus is on selection of product as it relates to color, as well as combining materials to maximize each composition in respect to texture, unity, rhythm, line, form and balance. Prerequisite: OH 102B or instructor's permission. 1.5 Credits.

OH 295B Floral Careers Internship

Designed to provide the student with on-the-job supervised and educationally directed work experience in the floral industry. One credit may be earned for each 75 hours worked. Variable to four credits per semester, repeatable not to exceed eight credits total. International students must go to Office of International Student Services to verify employment and obtain authorization. After registering, contact Floral Design Program for placement. Instructor permission required. 1-4 Credits.

(Schedule posted 9 November 2009)

This schedule of classes is accurate at the time of posting, but is subject to change without notice.
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