Sports Turf Management

Sports Turf Management course is designed to teach technical knowledge and skills for entry-level positions in the Sports Turf Management career field.  The principles and practices involved in establishing, managing, and maintaining grassed areas for recreational purposes are studied. Typical instructional activities include hands-on experiences with analyzing problems and developing site plans for athletic fields; establishing, fertilizing, irrigating, and pest management control of grassed areas; operating and maintaining machinery and equipment; participating in personal and community leadership development activities; planning and implementing a relevant school-to-work transition experience; and participating in FFA activities.  The instructor will select units of instruction based on a local needs assessment.