This course will cover an introduction to identifying major turfgrass insect pests and weeds found on golf courses, home lawns and sports fields in the Pacific Northwest. The six week course will be a close look at environmental conditions, susceptible turfgrass species and integrated pest management (IPM) strategies. It will also cover how to suppress insects and weeds using pesticides
What You'll Learn
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
Identify common turfgrass insects and weeds.
Understand how the environment affects these pests.
Understand how insecticides and herbicides act on pests.
Develop a calendar plan for monitoring and managing major turf pests.
Understand Integrated Pest Management and its role in reducing the risk of pesticide resistance.
Please note: This course is primarily designed for those working in northern climates such as Oregon and Washington, Europe, Scandinavia and parts of Canada; however, course concepts may apply to other climate zones and some information on warm-season grasses is also covered. By focusing on these climates, you'll gain detailed information you can apply to your own park, field or lawn.
Course Hours and GCSAA Class A Credits
Course Title
Course Hours
GCSAA Class A Credits
Introduction to Turfgrass Management
30
3
Introduction to Golf Course Management
36
3.6
Pesticide Applicator Education and Safety
18
1.8
Irrigation and Drainage
21
2.1
Cool-Season Turfgrass Diseases and Suppression Using Fungicides
30
3
Turfgrass Mathematics
36
3.6
Turfgrass Insects and Weed Management
36
3.6
October 21 - December 1, 2024 January 6 - February 16, 2025 February 18 - March 31, 2025
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Instructors
Emily Braithwaite
Emily Braithwaite is a Faculty Research Assistant at Oregon State University, with research focusing primarily on managing turfgrass diseases.
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