Grade 12 - Green Indsutries

THJ4EA - Horticulture/Landscape Technology - (Workplace):

This program is a two-credit package (220 hrs.) available at the Grade 12 workplace level. This course focuses on advanced residential construction, more complex construction systems, and the introduction of heavy construction related to commercial, industrial, and/or recreational construction. Students will learn about the tools, materials, equipment, and methods used in the light and heavy construction industries; structural analysis and design; presentation and working drawings; and auxiliary systems. They will also estimate materials and labour costs;  study industry standards and building codes; consider health and safety issues; and explore energy conservation, careers, and the impact of construction technology on society and the environment.This course provides advanced education and training relating to greenhouse management, product development and landscape design, construction and installation. Students participate in a 'hands-on' approach to school and community based design, scheduling and implementation of horticultural, floricultural, viticulture, and landscape projects. This course is recommended for those students pursuing the horticulture pathway at the post-secondary level. This course makes up two of the major credits for the Specialist High Skills Major in Horticulture and Landscape.   PREREQUISITE: THJ3EA - Horticulture/Landscape Technology - 2 Credits

THJ4MA - Horticulture/Landscape Technology (University/College):

This program is a two-credit package (220 hrs.) available at the Grade 12 Univ./College level. This course focuses on advanced residential construction, more complex construction systems, and the introduction of heavy construction related to commercial, industrial, and/or recreational construction. Students will learn about the tools, materials, equipment, and methods used in the light and heavy construction industries; structural analysis and design; presentation and working drawings; and auxiliary systems. They will also estimate materials and labour costs; study industry standards and building codes; consider health and safety issues; and explore energy conservation, careers, and the impact of construction technology on society and the environment.This course provides advanced education and training relating to greenhouse management, product development and landscape design, construction and installation. Students participate in a 'hands-on' approach to school and community based design, scheduling and implementation of horticultural, floricultural, viticulture, and landscape projects. This course is recommended for those students pursuing the horticulture pathway at the post-secondary level. This course makes up two of the major credits for the Specialist High Skills Major in Horticulture and Landscape.   PREREQUISITE: THJ3MA - Horticulture/Landscape Technology - 2 Credits