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2010 - 2011 Professional Landscape Programs

Landscape Design, Construction & Maintenance Parks & Public Grounds

Turf, Tree & Pest Management

Office of Continuing Professional Education

WHAT’S NEW FOR 2010-2011 What’s New this Season?

Credits

Courses offer a wide range You’ll find new and revised programs this year: of credits including: Pesticide, • Fence Construction (p. 11) CPWM, ASLA, ISA, TCH, • Invasive Species Seminar: Diseases (p. 22) GCSAA, APLD, Irrigation, • Invasive Species Seminar: Insects (p. 22) Community Forestry, & • Reducing Pesticide Inputs in Sports Turf (p. 26) more. • Abiotic Stress Disorders in the Landscape (p. 28) • Two-Cycle Engine Maintenance (p. 37) • Sales and Marketing for the Landscape Contractor (p. 37) • Cash Flow Management (p. 38) • Outdoor Entertainment Spaces (Additional Hands-on Instruction) (p. 10) • Retaining Walls (Additional Hands-on Instruction) (p. 13)

We’re glad to offer valuable new programming for the 2010-2011 course season. Join Rich Buckley and other industry talents for our new 2-Day Invasive Species Seminar (p.22). Learn valuable techniques in the debut Rutgers Fence Construction (p.11) course. Our new Abiotic Stress Disorders in the Landscape (p.28) program will prepare you to deal with challenging chemical and physical factors affecting your plants. Develop hands-on equipment skills at the first Rutgers Two-Cycle Engine Maintenance (p.37) course. Understand the keys to differentiating your company and attracting more profits in the new Sales and Marketing for the Landscape Contractor (p.37) program. Our first-ever Cash Flow Management for the Landscape Contractor (p. 38) seminar will allow for more positive control over the finances of your green business. We are also pleased to continue the success of technology and distance learning tools in the 2010-2011 Rutgers Professional Landscape Programs.

Frequent Learner Discounts We’ve made it easier for you to save money in your landscape classes. You can qualify for a 10% discount on landscape training if you spend $1,000 or more between July 1, 2010 and June 30, 2011. Page 2

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS The Landscape Management Certificate Earn the credential that confirms and advertises your expertise. The Rutgers University Landscape Management Certificate Program covers the core skills that true landscape professionals and enthusiasts should master. Complete the full certificate program to earn a credential you can proudly display to your family, friends and clients. Classes in the certificate series: • Growing Ornamental Plants (p.5) • Introduction to Plant Identification (p.5) • Soil and Plant Relationships (p.6) • Water Management and Drainage (p.6) • Introduction to Pruning Techniques (p.7) • Integrated Pest Management (p.16) • Basics of Turfgrass Management (p.21) • Pest Management of Ornamental Landscape Plants (p.24) • Pest Management of Landscape Turf (p.25)

The Public Grounds Management Certificate Stand out from your colleagues and build your resume with the Rutgers University Public Grounds Management Certificate. This program teaches management, construction, and maintenance skills that are vital to a successful career in public grounds. Earning this certificate will put your knowledge on display and further your dedication to excellence in public grounds management. Classes in the certificate series: • • • • • • • • • •

Introduction to Plant Identification (p.5) Soil and Plant Relationships (p.6) Introduction to Pruning Techniques (p.7) Integrated Pest Management (p.16) Basics of Turfgrass Management (p.21 ) Pest Management of Ornamentals (p.24) Pest Management of Landscape Turf (p.25) Athletic Field Construction and Maintenance (p.30) Park Management and Liability Issues (p.31) Hazardous Tree Identification (p.32) Page 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FUNDAMENTAL SKILLS

Fundamental Skills Plants ................................................................................. 5 Soil and Water ................................................................... 6 Pruning .............................................................................. 7 Design and Construction Plants and Landscape Design ...................................... 8-10 Beds and Borders............................................................. 11 Construction ............................................................... 11-13 Irrigation ..............................................................................

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Pest Control and Turfgrass ............................................. 16, 21-27 Abiotic Issues and Tough Sites .................................................... 28 Roadsides and Snow..................................................................... 29 Parks and Athletic Fields ........................................................ 30-31 Arboriculture .......................................................................... 32-35 Small Engines and Business .................................................. 36-39 Registration Information ........................................................ 42-43

Questions? Contact Karen Tizzano Phone: 732-932-9271 ext. 625 Email: ktizzano@rci.rutgers.edu Web: www.cpe.rutgers.edu/landscape

Thinking about a career change? See page 41 to read about the Rutgers Three-Week Professional Golf Turf Management Program. Page 4

Introduction to Plant Identification AL0249CA11 November 4 and 5, 2010 9:00am - 3:30pm $395 before October 21, 2010; $445 after This two-day course will teach you the basics of plant classification and biology to help you better understand how plants are grouped and identified. This course is taught by Certified Tree Expert Ted Szczawinski, a professor of plant science and biology at the Bergen County Technical School. He will give you plenty of examples and demonstrations so that you will have confidence in identifying, keying out, and talking intelligently about landscape plants. This class is recommended for anyone planning to attend the Basics of Plant Material for Landscape Use and is also a core class in the Landscape Management Certificate Program and the Public Grounds Management Certificate Program. ISA Credits/Day 1: Certified Arborist-5; BCMA-Science-3; BCMA-Practice-2 Day 2: Certified Arborist-4.5; BCMA-Science-2; BCMA-Practice-2.5

Growing Ornamental Plants AL0409CA11 January 31, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before January 17, 2011; $225 after This one-day course, taught by Bruce Neary, will focus on the factors and horticultural techniques and principles necessary for the preservation and care of ornamental plants in the landscape. He will share the most current practices and research that allow horticulturists, grounds managers, landscape architects and contractors to manage horticultural crops on commercial and residential sites. Topics to be discussed include: proper planting techniques, matching plants to various site conditions, and dealing with special planting situations. This is a core class in the Landscape Management Certificate Program. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-5.25; BCMA-Practice-4; BCMAManagement-1.25 Page 5

FUNDAMENTAL SKILLS

Soil and Plant Relationships

Introduction to Pruning Techniques

AL0410CA11 December 6 and 13, 2010 9:00am - 3:30pm $395 before November 22, 2010; $445 after

AL0208CA11 March 7, 2011 9:00am - 12:00pm $175 before February 21, 2011; $195 after

Soil is the foundation for plant health, success and vitality. Bruce Neary will prepare you to identify poor soil conditions that create plant problems and how to deal with and prevent these disorders from arising. This two-day class also focuses on the practical aspects of soil science, along with solving landscape problems with proper plant selection. Take this class in conjunction with Water Management and Drainage (below) for a more comprehensive understanding of successful ornamental plant growth. This is a core class in the Landscape Management Certificate Program and the Public Grounds Management Certificate Program. ISA Credits/Day 1: Certified Arborist-4.75; BCMA-Science-3.75; BCMAManagement-1 Day 2: Certified Arborist-5; BCMA-Science-3.5; BCMAManagement-1.5

Water Management and Drainage AL0602CA11 December 14, 2010 9:00am - 4:00pm $195 before November 30, 2010 $225 after In this one-day course, instructors Bruce Neary and Kirk Engle will focus on the drainage problems and repairs of highest value to you, your customers and their plants. Learn how to evaluate site conditions to make better plant selections and maintenance decisions. Also, learn how to read the landscape, use proper site analysis techniques, maximize water usage with proper grading techniques, solve drainage problems on-site, and understand where and how to use different tools and techniques to solve drainage problems. This is a core class in the Landscape Management Certificate Program and the Public Grounds Management Certificate Program. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-5.75; BCMA-Practice-2.75; BCMAManagement-3 Page 6

Pruning is both an art and a science. Failing to understand the science of when, where, and how to prune can ruin the plant, the landscape and your reputation. In this popular hands-on, half-day course, Bruce Crawford will show you how to properly prune your landscape plants while preserving their natural vigor and beauty. Pruning shears will be available, but we recommend you bring your own equipment (if you have it), including hand pruning shears, lopping shears and a small pruning saw. Please dress for fieldwork. This is a core class in the Landscape Management Certificate Program and the Public Grounds Management Certificate Program. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-2.5; BCMA-Practice-2.5

Advanced Pruning Techniques AL0235CA11 March 17, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before March 3, 2011; $225 after This hands-on, one-day program is designed for professionals and homeowners alike who have experience in pruning and shaping plants. It is strongly recommended that you take Introduction to Pruning or have a strong background in pruning prior to taking this course. Pat Cullina, Vice President of Horticulture and Parks Operations, Friends of the Highline, New York City, and Steve Schuckman, owner, First Mountain Arboriculture LLC, Certified Tree Expert and Consulting Municipal Arborist, will guide you through classroom and field demonstrations to ensure you gain a strong understanding of how, what, where, when, and why to prune - including specialty pruning techniques such as espalier, hedges, and topiaries. Please dress for fieldwork. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-4.75; BCMA-Science-1.75; BCMA-Practice-3 Page 7

DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

Basics of Plant Material for Landscape Use

Landscape Design I: The Basics

AL0201CA11 8:30am - 12:00pm January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4, 11 and 18, 2011 (11 consecutive Friday mornings with a snow date on March 25) $795 before December 21, 2010; $845 after

AL0205CA11 1:00pm - 4:30pm January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2011 (8 consecutive Friday afternoons with a snow date on March 4) $695 before December 21, 2010; $745 after

This flagship course returns in its extended 11-week format for 2011 and includes distance learning tools to make this a 24/7 learning experience. It is instructor Steve Kristoph’s passion for plants that has made this Rutgers’ longest running and most popular course. “Steve’s knowledge of plants is amazing. He has great energy and enthusiasm in both the classroom and field,” wrote one student.

This eight-week course will provide an understanding of “The Basics” of landscape design, from establishing an appreciation for good design to forming necessary drafting techniques. Instructor Dominick Mondi, landscape designer and President of the New Jersey Nursery and Landscape Association, will lead you through a logical progression of design topics including:

Steve is teaching two of the most important skills any landscape contractor, grounds manager or plant lover should master:

· Effective Use of Outdoor Space · Hardscaping Creativity

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The Ability to Identify Landscape Plants on the Properties You Manage

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Expanding Your Palette of Plants to Select the Right Plant for the Right Site and the Right Purpose

To master those skills, you will be an active learner with plant identification walks each day, and with regular follow-up assignments. Experienced nurseryman and long-time Rutgers instructor, Derron Dover, will ensure that your classroom knowledge is enhanced through hands-on encounters with plants in the field. Here’s what prior attendees have had to say about this course:

· Appropriate Plant Materials · Graphic Styles

Attendees will have the opportunity to work on three hands-on design projects, each one building on previous coursework and gaining in complexity. The final project will allow the students to design, render, and present a design of their choosing to the class. Several guest lecturers, including Rutgers Gardens Director, Bruce Crawford, will also provide design instruction at this year’s class. The course will take place on eight consecutive Friday afternoons from 1:00pm until 4:30pm beginning January 7, 2011 and ending on February 25, 2011.

“This class was highly informative and inspirational. It has completely changed the way I look at trees and plants.”

Here’s what last year’s attendees had to say about this course:

“Steve and Derron have an infectious love of plants!”

“Dom’s instruction on landscape design was extremely helpful and practical. He is a very clear, charismatic, and knowledgeable teacher.”

“The instructors were amazing! They were totally dedicated to increasing our knowledge and to our success. Their passion is intoxicating!”

We recommend that you enroll in the Introduction to Plant Identification class prior to attending this program. See page 5.

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“This class presents a great overview of all the aspects of good design. I have now learned how to translate my ideas for clients and put them on paper.” “Bruce Crawford really keeps our interest. He has great design ideas and he is an extremely knowledgeable instructor.” Page 9

DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

Sustainable Landscape Design

Beds & Borders Seminar

AL0222CA11 February 28, 2011 9:00am - 4:00pm $195 before February 14, 2011; $225 after

AL0213CA11 February 8 and 9, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $395 before January 25, 2011; $445 after

Increase your understanding of where, how, and why plants fit naturally into their surroundings. Stay ahead of the curve and offer a new service that is functional, maintainable, environmentally sound, cost effective and aesthetically pleasing. This seminar begins with instruction on the principles of sustainability and the importance of sustainable landscapes from both the individual and global perspective. Bruce Neary, popular Professional Landscape Program instructor, and Bill Young, Registered Landscape Architect of Young Environmental, will then provide more specific expertise on effective sustainable practices including:

This seminar will benefit landscape contractors, designers, grounds managers and enthusiasts in the process of creating and maintaining borders within the residential property. This program will assist the grounds manager in orchestrating and combining herbaceous perennials, bulbs, flowering shrubs, annuals, and small trees to give the residence year-round interest.

· Soil and Composting · Sustainable Maintenance

· Native Plants · Eco-Friendly Irrigation

· Revegetation · Going Organic

Take your site design and plant selection skills to the next step - to the ecosystem level - and offer a new service that is growing in both importance and demand. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 3 Units in 3A, 6B, 8C, and PP2 Please call 732-932-9271 ext. 625 for CPWM and APLD Credits.

Outdoor Entertainment Spaces: Kitchens, Firepits and More

NEWLY REVISED

AL0207CA11 February 14, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm *Optional free, hands-on training day on March 11, 2011 $245 before January 31, 2011; $275 after

Instructor Bruce Neary will lead the participants through such topics as: • • • • • • • •

Laying Out the Plans Creating the Design Site Preparation for Success Staying Flexible: The Changing Landscape The Big Picture Renovating Established Beds and Borders Choosing Structural Plants Maintenance Considerations

Fence Construction AL0252CA11 March 1, 2011 (date not definite) 9:00am - 3:30pm $245 before February 15, 2011; $275 after

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Paul Crooks, owner of Taylor Fence Company in Howell, NJ, teaches you the basics of fence construction in this new one-day class.

From opulent outdoor kitchens to expansive firepits and fireplaces, outdoor living spaces offer a rare growth opportunity in the landscape market. Designing and installing them, however, requires a diverse set of skills - from weatherproof appliance and material selection to lighting and electrical work - that can challenge even experienced landscapers. The course will also include content on the construction of outdoor entertainment spaces. You will learn the step-by-step methods necessary to successfully estimate, manage, and complete such projects. Please join us for an *additional day of hands-on training on March 11, 2011. Page 10

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DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

Landscape Lighting

Concrete Pavers

AL0501CA11 January 12 and 13, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm (Day 1); 9:00am - 12:00pm (Day 2) $395 before December 21, 2010; $445 after

AL0203CA11 February 7, 2011* 9:00am - 4:00pm *Optional free, hands-on training day on March 10, 2011 $245 before January 24, 2011; $275 after

Landscape Lighting is a great opportunity to expand your services and value to existing customers. However, working with electricity requires an entirely new skill set and vocabulary. That is what you will learn in this 1½-day class which covers topics such as amps, ohms and volts, as well as design and installation of wired and wireless systems. Dave Beausoleil of Cast Lighting, Inc. will show you the basics of lighting installation with hands-on exercises, where every participant will have the opportunity to work with the tools of the trade. Dave also will discuss both design and business strategies. Here’s what your colleagues are saying about Dave’s teaching ability:

In this one-day class, you will learn the right way to design, plan, and install concrete paver projects. Working hands-on with pavers, you will learn about excavation, base and paver installation, cutting, edging installation, and estimating. You’ll walk away with formulas and secrets for doing the job properly and safely. You will also learn valuable business tips to ensure your hard work is appropriately rewarded and appreciated. In order to provide you with even more useful knowledge, you’ll have the opportunity to join us for a free *additional day of hands-on training where you will participate in the actual installation of a paver patio on the Rutgers campus. Here’s what one attendee had to say about experienced hardscape contractor and course instructor, Alex Burke:

“Great speaker who kept my attention with excellent information.” “I enjoyed Dave’s enthusiasm...he is very interesting, informative, and effective.”

“Alex is an excellent teacher. He makes great use of materials and his prior experiences and business knowledge are invaluable. I’m glad I attended.”

Please call 732-932-9271 ext. 625 for updated Landscape Architect credits.

Water Gardens AL0202CA11 February 23, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $245 before February 9, 2011; $275 after Even in this stubborn recession, customers still are opting to add Water Gardens as an affordable, attractive and soothing landscape feature. Take this one-day opportunity to learn the basics of designing and installing ponds., including: filtration and pumping systems, construction techniques, cost estimating and waterfalls. Avoid the costly mistakes others have made. Take this class to understand the proper design and operation of a healthy, sustainable water garden. Please call 732-932-9271 ext. 625 for updated Landscape Architect credits. This class has been approved for 4 Continuing Education Units by the APLD Page 12

Designing and Installing Retaining Walls

REVISED

AL0206CA11 February 16, 2011 9:00am - 4:00pm *Optional free, hands-on training day on March 11, 2011 $245 before February 2 2011; $275 after Retaining walls provide an excellent way to increase usable property space, control erosion, and provide aesthetic detail to a property. Designing and building a sound retaining wall requires an understanding of many different factors. This class offers a basis to design and install a variety of different walls. Classroom instruction will focus on design factors, material selection, and estimating. We will then be holding a free *additional day of hands-on training in order to test your skills by building an actual wall. Your retaining wall abilities will provide an added high value option to your existing client services offered. This class works in conjunction with the Concrete Pavers course described above. Page 13

IRRIGATION SYSTEMS

Irrigation Systems: Design and Installation

Irrigation Systems: Repair and Maintenance

AL0601CA11 - Four Thursdays (not consecutive) January 27, February 3, 17 and 24, 2011 9:00am - 4:00pm $695 before January 13, 2011; $745 after

AL0603CA11 February 25, 2011 9:00am - 4:00pm $245 before February 11, 2011; $275 after

In this four-day course, Bob Dobson, former president of the Irrigation Association of New Jersey and a member of the NJ State Licensing Board, will explain how to design and install an irrigation system from the ground up. Bob is a certified residential, commercial, and golf course irrigation designer as well as a certified irrigation contractor. Here’s what your colleagues are saying about instructor Bob Dobson’s teaching outcomes: “Learned how to design an efficient irrigation system. It will be used to further my business.” “I learned the proper way to fix a cracked pipe. Will use it to properly fix customers’ broken irrigation pipes.”

Once an irrigation system is installed, the ability to troubleshoot repairs onsite becomes a crucial skill for anyone assigned to maintaining the system and surrounding property. This class begins with diagnosing and repairing the four most common problems you will encounter: broken pipes, malfunctioning valves, broken or malfunctioning sprinkler heads, and electrical problems. You’ll learn what tools you need in the field to diagnose the problems, and instructor Bob Dobson sets aside time to answer the specific questions and problems that might be plaguing your system.

This course will help you with, but is not designed to prepare you for, the New Jersey Irrigation Certification Exam. This class has been approved for 2.0 GCSAA Education Points and 24 ceu hours for the Irrigation Association (National).

Repair and Maintenance of Golf Course Irrigation Systems AT0306CA11 December 13 & 14, 2010 9:00am - 3:30pm $495 before November 29, 2010; $545 after When your irrigation system breaks down in the heat of summer, there’s no time for on-the-job training. To avoid the cost and damage of a malfunctioning system, you need to diagnose the problem and repair it immediately. Certified Irrigation Specialist Bob Dobson shows you how in this hands-on, two-day course. He explains the fundamentals of irrigation systems and covers specific topics including: • Piping and Wiring Maintenance • Lateral & Mainline Repairs • Transitioning to Different Types of Pipe • Computerized Control This class has been approved for 1.25 GCSAA Education Points and 6 ceu hours for the Irrigation Association (National). Page 14

This class has been approved for .60 GCSAA Education Points and 6 ceu hours for the Irrigation Association (National).

Irrigation Scheduling AL0604CA11 March 4, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $245 before February 18, 2011; $275 after Over-watering by unskilled hands can kill plants and ruin landscapes even more quickly than droughts brought on by Mother Nature. In this class, instructor Bob Dobson introduces the “checkbook method” of irrigation scheduling, which operates just like deposits and withdrawals in your bank checking account. In irrigation, deposits are made by rainfall, withdrawals are made by ET (evapotranspiration), and your opening balance is your current soil moisture level. You will also learn the four key elements of efficient irrigation systems, and how to calculate sprinkler run times and create irrigation schedules. This class has been approved for 1.25 GCSAA Education Points and 6 ceu hours for the Irrigation Association (National). Here’s how your colleagues rated Bob Dobson in all Irrigation Classes: Bob Dobson

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Core Training

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Turfgrass Establishment

11/12 NJ Turf EXPO NJ Turf EXPO

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Day One Pesticide Toxicity and Environmental Contamination Landscape IPM Philosophy Fundamentals of Landscape Monitoring Biologically Healthy Soils Day Two Using Growing Degree Days and Plant Phenology Biotic Disease Diagnostics Biorational Pesticides Appropriate for an IPM Program Pest Resistant Ornamental Plants Day Three Insect/Mite Pest Identification/Life Cycles Biological Control: Recognizing & Using Beneficial Insects Biologically Healthy Soils Abiotic Environmental & Cultural Plant Disorders Setting Up an IPM Program

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You may choose to take the full three-day class to develop a deeper understanding of IPM tools, techniques and skills, including: degree day models; biorationale controls; insect and disease identification; improving soil health; and building IPM into your personnel and organizational structure. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT (Day 1): 3 in CORE; 8 in 2, 3A, 6B, 8C, and PP2 NJ/CT (3-Days): 3 in CORE; 16 in 2, 3A, 6B, 8C, and PP2 NY, PA, DE, and ISA Credits: Please call 732-932-9271 x625 for updated info.

Tuesday

This two-part class focuses on ornamental plant care. You may take Day One only to focus on the philosophy of IPM and the fundamentals of monitoring and implementing IPM for a business, school or public space. Day One is a core class in the Landscape Management Certificate Program and the Public Grounds Management Certificate Program.

Monday

AL0401CA11 January 18, 19 and 20, 2011 9:00am - 4:00pm $395 before January 4, 2011; $445 after $195 (Single Day January 18 only)

Friday

Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Hazard Tree ID

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TURFGRASS AND PEST CONTROL

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9 Beds & Borders Day 2

8 Beds & Borders Day 1

Athletic Fields-D1 Retaining Walls

7 Concrete Pavers

14 Outdoor Spaces

Tree Pruning Synthetic Fields 28 Sustainable Landscape Design

22 21 Tree Pruning

Water Gardens

Tree Planting

Pest Calibration

Turf Insects

Managing Insect Pests of Ornamentals

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CORE Training

Irrigation Design Day 4 Baseball & Softball

24 Plant Health

Irrigation Design Day 3

Cash Flow Management

Pest Mgmt of Turf

Irrigation Design Day 2

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Irrigation Design Day 1 Invasie Species: Diseases

Landscape Design

Basics Plant

Irrigation Repair

25 Shade Tree

Basics Plant Landscape Design Abiotic Disorders

Landscape Design

Basics Plant

Landscape Design

4 Basics Plant

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Basics Plant Landscape Design Invasive Species: Insects

Landscape Design Pesticide Safety

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Basics Plant Landscape Design Sales/Marketing

Landscape Design

Basics Plant

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Ornamentals

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Common Sense Business

Overcoming Tough Sites - Day 2 NJNLA Trade Show Park Management

25 Overcoming Tough Sites - Day 1 NJNLA Trade Show

IPM - Day 3 CORE Training

IPM - Day 2

IPM - Day 1

Landscape Lighting - Day 2 Managing Diseases

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Landscape Lighting - Day 1

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3-Wk Turf Begins Pest Mgmt of Ornamentals

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Roadside Management

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Advanced Sm. Engine - Session II Day 2 Advanced Sm. Engine - Session II Day 1

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Basics Plant

Intro to Sm. Engine Session II

Weeds - Day 2 17 Weeds - Day 1 16

Turf Diseases

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Intro to Sm. Engine Advanced - Session I Sm.Engine Session I Day 1

Advanced Sm.Engine Session I Day 2

Intro to Pruning

Fence Construction

TURFGRASS AND PEST CONTROL Basics of Turfgrass Management

Basics Plant

Irrigation Sched.

Organic Sports Turf

4 Hazardous Tree ID 2-Cycle Engines

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Advanced Pruning

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AT0406CA11 December 16, 2010 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before December 2, 2010; $225 after ($172.50 when also registering for Turfgrass Establishment) In this jam packed one-day program, you will be introduced to a full range of turfgrass management topics and practices. Taught by Joe Clark (Rutgers Turfgrass Research Farm) and Nancy Bosold (Penn State Cooperative Extension), this tag-team will enlighten you and bring turf topics to life. The program covers: prevention and control of turf pests; soils and fertilization; choosing turfgrass varieties; and steps to establishing a new lawn, just to name a few. Approved Pesticide Credits: • NJ/CT: 5 Units in 3B and PP2 • NY, PA, DE, MD, MA: Please call 732-932-9271 x625 for updated credit information. This is a core class in the Landscape Management Certificate Program and the Public Grounds Management Certificate Program.

Turfgrass Establishment AT0406CB11 December 17, 2010 9:00am - 3:45pm $195 before December 3, 2010; $225 after ($172.50 when also registering for Basics of Turfgrass Management) This one-day course offers specific instruction on how to successfully establish turfgrass. Instructor Joe Clark, Principal Lab Technician at the Rutgers Turfgrass Research Farm will combine classroom lectures with hands-on field demonstrations to provide you with essential turfgrass establishment skills including: • Seeding Rates • Preparing Your Plan • Irrigation Rates • Weed Control • Fungicides • Soil Testing & Interpretation Approved Pesticide Credits: • NJ/CT: 7 Units in 3B and PP2 • NY, PA, DE, MD, MA: Please call 732-932-9271 x625 for updated credit information. Page 21

TURFGRASS AND PEST CONTROL Invasive Species Seminar: Diseases AL0412CA11 January 27, 2011 9:00am - 3:45pm $195 before January 7, 2011; $225 after ($172.50 when also registering for Invasive Insects course below) Join Rutgers Plant Diagnostic Laboratory Director Rich Buckley and a team of other industry talents in this new one-day seminar devoted to the identification and treatment of the invasive diseases disturbing your landscapes. This class may be taken at a discounted rate in combination with the Invasive Insects seminar described below. Approved Pesticide Credits: • NJ, CT, NY, PA, DE, MD, MA: Please call 732-932-9271 x625 for updated credit information.

Invasive Species Seminar: Insects AL0412CB11 January 28, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before January 12, 2011; $225 after ($172.50 when also registering for Invasive Diseases course above) Rutgers Plant Diagnostic Laboratory Director Rich Buckley and a team of entymology insiders will provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully combat the most troublesome invasive insects you encounter. This class may be taken at a discounted rate in combination with the Invasive Diseases seminar described above. Approved Pesticide Credits: • NJ, CT, NY, PA, DE, MD, MA: Please call 732-932-9271 x625 for updated credit information.

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TURFGRASS AND PEST CONTROL Pesticide Safety for the Landscape Contractor AL0404CA11 January 21, 2011 8:30am - 3:45pm $195 before January 7, 2011; $225 after Join us for an entirely new flavor of Pesticide Safety Training. This one-day course uses hands-on and interactive exercises to help weave safety procedures into your daily routine. You will cover useful sprayer calibration tips and procedures, daily truck inspection practice on a real spray rig, and a material safety review. Since CORE recertification is required, wouldn’t you rather attend a course that will get you out of your seat and let you practice what other courses just describe? If this sounds good to you, come to our course and break away from the normal avenue of CORE recertification. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 8 in CORE • NY, PA, DE, MD, MA: Please call 732-932-9271 x625 for updated credit information.

Pesticide Calibration AL0404CB11 February 2, 2011 9:00am - 1:00pm $195 before January 19, 2011; $225 after Sometimes you just have to do the math! And this class will help make your math problems more painless and error-free. Anyone who measures, mixes or calibrates pesticides or fertilizers needs to do the mathematical gymnastics of calculating and converting. Conversions like: acres into square footage (application area), pounds or ounces of material (chemical amount) to amount of active ingredient (percentage active ingredient), ounces per second into gallons per minute (flow rates), feet per second into MPH (speed of applicator). That’s a lot of math and a lot of margin for error for one application, and one mistake at any stage could turn an emerald green lawn into a barren, burned out eyesore. Not to mention the cost in time and money from inaccurate applications. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 8 in CORE • NY, PA, DE, MD, MA: Please call 732-932-9271 x625 for updated credit information. Page 23

TURFGRASS AND PEST CONTROL

Pest Management of Ornamental Landscape Plants

Managing Insect Pests of Ornamental Plants

AL0402CA11 January 11, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before December 21, 2010; $225 after

AL0406CA11 February 1, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before January 18, 2011; $225 after

Early recognition, diagnosis, and prompt treatment of disease and insect problems can greatly reduce costly plant damage and death. Prevent the unnecessary loss of expensive trees, shrubs and customers. This one-day course covers identification and control of diseases and weed and ornamental insect problems in landscape plants. Taught by Extension Specialist Dr. Ann B. Gould, this course is the perfect precursor to Managing Diseases of Ornamental Plants (p.23).

Controlling insects is a lot more complicated than just applying pesticide controls. To effectively manage insects, you must:

Approved Pest Credits: NJ/CT: 2 in CORE; 8 in 2, 3A, 6B, 8C, and PP2 • NY, PA, DE, MD, MA: Please call 732-932-9271 x625 for updated credits This is a core class in the Landscape Management and the Public Grounds Management Certificate Programs. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-5.25; BCMA-Practice-2; BCMAManagement-3.15

Managing Diseases of Ornamental Plants

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Identify the Insect Understand its Life Cycle Distinguish Between Beneficial and Harmful Insects Apply the Right Control at the Right Time

This one-day, hands-on class covers all four of these topics with practical tips and quick identification clues. This course is taught by Dr. Paula Shrewsbury, Extension Specialist, University of Maryland. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 10 in 2, 3A, 6B, 8C, and PP2 • NY, PA, DE, MD, MA: Please call 732-932-9271 x625 for updated credit information. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-5.25; BCMA-Science-3; BCMA-Practice-2.25

Pest Management of Landscape Turf

AL0408CA11 January 13, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before December 21, 2010; $225 after

AL0403CA11 February 3, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before January 20, 2011; $225 after

This one-day, hands-on class is for anyone who wants to get serious about identifying and controlling plant diseases. You will get down to business identifying the agents that can cripple your ornamental plants. This class is a natural follow-up to Pest Management of Ornamental Plants. It provides six hours of focused instruction on identification tips, prevention and control strategies, and emerging diseases affecting plants in the northeast.

Troubleshooting pest problems is a skill customers expect (and demand) from landscape professionals and public grounds managers. Weeds, diseases and insects are ready to attack weak turf and create an eyesore. In this one-day class, you will learn valuable clues to effectively diagnose and treat insect, disease, and weed problems in turf. Instructor Rich Buckley makes his class both fun and very practical. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 11 in 3B and PP2 • NY, PA, DE, MD, MA: Please call 732-932-9271 x625 for updated credit information. This is a core class in the Landscape Management and the Public Grounds Management Certificate Programs. Page 25

Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 10 in 2, 3A, 6B, 8C, and PP2 • NY, PA, DE, MD, MA: Please call 732-932-9271 x625 for updated credit information. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-4.5; BCMA-Science-1.5; BCMA-Practice-3 Page 24

TURFGRASS AND PEST CONTROL Reducing Pesticide Inputs and Exploring Organic Options for Sports Turf AT0502CB11 March 3, 2011 8:00am - 12:00pm (1/2-Day) $175 before February 17, 2011; $195 after Turf managers are increasingly being asked to reduce or even eliminate synthetic fertilizers and pesticides applied to natural turfgrass areas. When faced with the prospect of reducing traditional inputs, AND maintaining acceptable turf quality, managers know that ‘going green’ is easier said than done. Topics will include: • Organic sports field management - What is it? • The importance of soil management and turfgrass selection in an organic program. • Low-impact pesticide options. • Management of sports fields and turfgrass sites in Central Park, New York City.. After completing this 1/2-day course, you will have learned strategies to manage turf either organically or with fewer pesticide imputs.

TURFGRASS AND PEST CONTROL Managing Turfgrass Insects AT0407CA11 February 14, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before January 31, 2011; $225 after Confront insect infestation by understanding: • Which Insects have Infested the Turf • How Severe is the Infestation? • How to Use Insect Life Cycles/Biology to Control them • How to Prevent Future Problems This one-day, hands-on course will review common insect pests within our region and their natural enemies in landscape turf. You will learn to successfully identify turfgrass insects and the damage they can cause. This stimulating course will improve your ability to assess the severity of an infestation and select the right control measures based on the insects’ biology. This course is taught by Dr. Albrecht Koppenhofer.

Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 11 in 3B, 6B, 8C, PP2 • NY, PA, DE, MD, MA: Please call 732-932-9271 for updated credits

Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 10 in 3B, 6B, 8C, and PP2 • NY, PA, DE, MD, MA: Please call 732-932-9271 for updated credits

Managing Turfgrass and Landscape Weeds

Turfgrass Disease Management

AT0404CA11 March 9 and 10, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $395 before February 23, 2011; $435 after Landscape managers spend more time and money controlling weeds than insects and diseases. So a clear understanding of weed biology and management strategies is important for successful and profitable landscape businesses. This two-day class will discuss: chemical controls; control strategies for your weed problems; and alternative control strategies. This course also includes hands-on weed identification exercises, weed life cycles, ecology, proper use of mulches and other aspects of a comprehensive weed control program. This course is taught by Scott Guiser, Extension Educator, Penn State University. Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 2 in CORE; 8 in 2 & 3A; 16 in 3B, 6B, 8C and PP2 • NY, PA, DE, MD, MA: Please call 732 932-9271 x625 for updated credit information. Page 26

AT0403CA11 March 11, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before February 25, 2011; $225 after This one-day class focuses exclusively on the major turf diseases you will battle in the field. Rich Buckley, of the Rutgers Plant Diagnostic Lab, will teach you how to identify and control turf diseases from Dollar Spot to Pythium Blight. Rich emphasizes an integrated pest management approach to identify and alleviate the cause of the problem, rather than repeatedly treating its symptoms. Here’s what your colleagues have to say about instructor, Rich Buckley: “Always informative.” “Kept my interest the entire time.”

“Best instructor I’ve ever had.” “Insightful and energetic.”

Approved Pesticide Credits: NJ/CT: 10 in 3B, 6B, 8C, PP2 •

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ABIOTIC ISSUES AND TOUGH SITES Abiotic Disorders in the Landscape AL0413CA11 February 18, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before February 4, 2011; $225 after

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ROADSIDES AND SNOW REMOVAL Roadside and Right-of-Way Management AL0405CA11 March 24, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before March 10, 2010; $225 after

Join a team of talented Rutgers instructors in this new one-day course designed to allow you to deal more successfully with abiotic disorders affecting your landscape plants. Topics of instruction will include chemical and mechanical injuries, physical issues, problem sites, and decline syndromes. Instructors will include Dr. Ann Gould and Rich Buckley among others.

This one-day class provides pesticide credits in the right-of-way category, and it focuses exclusively on the challenges of managing vegetation along highways, byways and rights-of-way. Learn how to control the unwanted vegetative growth and discuss when, where and why plant growth regulators may be used. Topics to be discussed may include pesticide regulation updates, various application techniques, weed identification, invasive plants, types of equipment and more!

Approved Pesticide Credits: • NJ, CT, NY, PA, DE, MD, MA: Please call 732-932-9271 x625 for updated credit information.

Approved Pesticide Credits: Please call 732-932-9271 x625 for updates on credit information.

Overcoming Tough Sites: Plant and Design Solutions

Snow and Ice Removal

AL0216CA11 January 25 and 26, 2011 9:00am - 3:00pm (Day 1); 9:00am - 12:00pm (Day 2) $195 before January 11, 2011, $225 after

NEWLY REVISED

Even though some properties present your plants with a true Darwinian struggle for survival, you can still create a design that is both fresh and innovative. Just because it’s a tough site, you need not settle for an industrial look. The list of landscape challenges is endless: highly compacted soil that drains poorly, dense shade, barren soils, steep slopes, and burning sun from southern exposures. Compound these factors with deer predation and relentless, howling winds, and it’s easy to see why many plants need a prayer for survival. Bruce Crawford will demonstrate how to solve these kinds of problems through design considerations, soil improvements and plant selection. This class will take place at the 2011 New Jersey Plants Show at the NJ Convention Center in Edison, NJ on January 25 and 26, 2011. Your registration for this course includes complimentary admission to the event. Page 28

AL0236CA11 December 2, 2010 8:30am - 3:30pm $195 before November 18, 2010; $225 after This popular class is revised and updated annually to provide the latest guidance, strategies and solutions for anyone who keeps roads, lots and sidewalks clean in winter. The course includes separate sessions for private contractors and public grounds managers, including schools, colleges and hospitals. General seminar topics include: equipment options, calibrating equipment, use of de-icing chemicals, and bidding processes. The Public Sector Session topics include: establishing best practices, designing efficient routes and training strategies. In the Private Session you will develop a better understanding of the basics of snow and ice business management, including pricing, marketing, training and integrating your existing business clients and services. CPWM Credits are pending approval, please call 732-932-9271 for updates. SIMA Credits Available: Six Certified Snow Professional credits are offered by SIMA (Snow and Ice Management Association). Page 29

PARKS AND ATHLETIC FIELDS

Athletic Field Construction & Maintenance

Park Management and Liability Issues

AT0501CA11 February 15, 16 and 17, 2011 8:00am - 4:00pm $495 before February 1, 2011; $545 after

AL0901CA11 January 26, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before January 12, 2011 $225 after

In this highly popular three-day program, you will explore the construction, renovation, establishment and maintenance of athletic fields. This program will benefit both experienced athletic field managers, as well as newcomers to the field. Topics include:

We have combined two of Rutgers most popular instructors to help you better manage your park’s largest expense (personnel) and its greatest financial risk (legal liability). Personnel may be a budget line item, but your staff represents your park’s most valuable asset. Without their effort and commitment, a park jewel can slowly deteriorate into an eyesore. And as park budgets tighten and positions go unfilled, park managers literally must get more done with fewer people. Ned Lipman, Director of Continuing Professional Education and popular management instructor, will introduce you to new ideas and strategies to gain commitment from even your most hardened crew members. On the liability side, park managers must take active steps to identify, remove and prevent potential risks before a park injury becomes a lawsuit. Professor Neil Dougherty, who serves as an expert witness in park injury cases nationwide, will introduce both the thought process and preventative steps that keep good park managers out of the courtroom.

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Designing for Success: Ensuring Proper Drainage Turf Establishment Renovation Options and Strategies Selecting and Evaluating Turf Varieties Design and Installation of Irrigation Systems Basics of Soil Science and Strategies to Combat Compaction Safety and Liability Issues Insect, Disease and Weed Control Recommendations Striping, Lining and Painting

This is a core class in the Public Grounds Management Certificate Program.

Understanding Synthetic Fields AT0502CA11 February 22, 2011 8:00am - 4:00pm $195 before February 8, 2011; $225 after This one-day course will introduce the pros and cons of installing and maintaining a synthetic athletic field. The class begins with a discussion of issues to consider during the buying process. Then, you’ll learn about proper steps for construction and installation of synthetic fields, as well as independent testing criteria for fields. For safety and liability protection, synthetic fields should meet ASTM standards for shock absorbing capacity. Finally, the class will cover maintenance strategies. If your community, school or program is considering installing a synthetic field, this may be the most valuable day you can spend. Page 30

This is a core class in the Public Grounds Management Certificate Program.

Athletic Baseball/Softball Fields AT0503CA11 February 24, 2011 8:00am - 12:00pm $175 before February 8, 2011; $195 after This hands-on class will train you how to select the proper infield mix for your facility based on your site-specific environment and management regime. The classroom portion of the course also will address construction of skinned areas, pitchers’ mounds, and batters’ boxes as well as proper management techniques for these areas. This class will then move from classroom to a nearby baseball field, where the hands-on learning experience allows you to get down to the ground level of proper infields construction and maintenance. This half-day class was added to the expanding Rutgers athletic field management program in direct response to requests from participants in the three-day Athletic Field Construction and Management program. Page 31

ARBORICULTURE Hazardous Tree Identification AL0803CA11 - Winter Session December 10, 2010 9:00am - 3:30pm $245 before November 26, 2010; $275 after AL0803CB11 - Spring Session March 3, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $245 before February 17, 2011; $275 after Hazardous trees pose a double danger. They are tough to recognize, and they can be costly – and even deadly – if not managed before an avoidable accident happens. In this one-day course, Certified Tree Experts, Ted Szczawinski and Steve Chisholm, will walk you through the step-by-step process of identifying and dealing with the hazards, and properly documenting your findings and any work performed. This course offers credits for Community Foresters as well as 5 Technical hours for Certified Public Works Managers. This is a core class in the Public Grounds Management Certificate Program. ISA Credits: December/February: Certified Arborist-5; BCMA-Practice-2.5; BCMA-Management-2.5

Large Tree Climbing and Rigging AL0802CA11 December 16 and 17, 2010 9:00am - 3:30pm $395 before December 2, 2010; $445 after You don’t need to sacrifice safety for speed! In this two-day class, discover the techniques that increase your productivity while maintaining the high level of safety that is the mark of a good arborist. Steve Chisholm, a Certified Tree Expert and leading arboriculture educator, and his brother, Mark Chisholm, a three-time World Champion and 18-time New Jersey State Tree Climbing Champion, will combine classroom lectures with field demonstrations of climbing and rigging techniques. ISA Credits/Day 1: Certified Arborist-5; TW Climbing Specialist-5; BCMAPractice-5; Day 2: Certified Arborist-6; TW Climbing Specialist-6; BCMAPractice-6 Page 32

ARBORICULTURE Best Management Practice Series for Ornamentals and Shade Trees: Four One-Day Classes The following four one-day courses will help you manage your trees more safely, intelligently and cost-effectively by sharing emerging best practices. You will learn ways to increase productivity and reduce costs while becoming more environmentally friendly and adopting the new ANSI-300 standards that govern tree care. Our instructors are industry leaders who will translate the standards into clear, easy-to-understand specifications, procedures and methods.

ARBORIST CLASSES Tree Planting and Installation AL0805CA11 February 23, 2011 9:00am – 3:30pm $245 before February 9, 2011; $275 after Proper planting is far more than digging holes; it can literally determine life or death for a tree. You first must match the plant with the conditions of your site and then determine proper excavation depth and width. You also need to identify girdling roots and the location of trunk flares - then use suitable backfill to create good soil structure. You will learn how to take control of the process with detailed specifications to assist in evaluating, preserving and re-mediating trees on construction sites. Hands-on outdoor demonstrations will be provided if the weather cooperates. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-5.25; BCMA-Practice-2.25; BCMAManagement-3

Here’s what Ted Szczawinski’s students have to say about his teaching: “You always get useful information from Ted’s courses.” “Great information. Good comprehensive course.” “Tackles tough topics easily and leaves his audience wanting more” Page 33

ARBORICULTURE

Plant Health Care

Tree Pruning

AL0804CA11 February 24, 2011 9:00am – 3:30pm $245 before February 10, 2011; $275 after

AL0806CA11 February 22, 2011 9:00am – 3:30pm $245 before February 8, 2011; $275 after

Customizing treatments for nutrient deficiencies is not just good plant health care, it is also a valuable new service offered by conscientious arborists. Yet, the complexity of the issues and products can be intimidating. Which products are truly worthwhile and which are just sales hype? This class will provide answers on a wide range of issues, such as: water soluble versus WIN; Bio-stimulants; Mychorrizae or compost tea; trunk injection or implants; pH; micronutrients; and proper timing of applications. Cultural, biological and chemical control strategies and the Growing Degree Day (GDD) method of tracking pests and diseases will be outlined and detailed for effective use and marketing. Hands-on outdoor demonstrations will be provided (weather permitting).

The ANSI standards dictate how to properly perform pruning, cabling and bracing work, and this class will explain how to meet those hard-to-understand standards. You will learn:

ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-4.75; BCMA-Practice-1.75; BCMAManagement-3

Municipal Shade Tree Management AL0807CA11 February 25, 2011 9:00am – 4:00pm $245 before February 11, 2011; $275 after Communication is the number one challenge in shade tree management, and this one-day class provides new tools and strategies to communicate more clearly with your most important constituents. To communicate more effectively with tree care contractors, builders and engineers, you’ll leave with detailed specifications to ensure a higher level of efficiency and accountability. To communicate more effectively with residents, elected officials and the media, you will learn new visual tools to create and manage shade tree inventories with GIS (Geographical Information Systems). You will also learn hands-on technical skills and review and receive a municipal shade tree ordinance database that is provided to all course participants. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-4.75; BCMA-Practice-4; BCMAManagement-.75 Page 34

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Crown Raising, Thinning, Cleaning and Reduction Pruning Where to Prune: Identifying the Branch Collar, Branch Bark Ridge and Proper Location of the Final Cut While Avoiding Lion-Tailing • Understand Timing of Pruning Schedules • Sanitation of Tools and Plants Affected by Pests and Disease • Production Practices for Safe and Effective Operations. Choosing the Right Equipment and Tools for the Job • When and How to Use Cabling and Bracing Hardware Along with Standardized Hardware Requirements to Increase Your Productivity Outdoor, hands-on demonstrations will be included weather permitting. ISA Credits: Certified Arborist-4.5; BCMA-Management-4.5 Here’s how your colleagues rated all classes in the arborist series: Excellent Very Good Good Fair Achieved Program Objective: 94 38 8 0 Overall Content: 95 37 7 0 Usefulness of Information: 100 29 9 0 Interest in Topic Area: 94 38 8 0 Mark Chisholm: “Excellent teacher and climber.” “Very knowledgeable/very helpful.” Steve Chisholm: “Knows his subject and enjoys his work.” “Great job.” “Extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of the topic and surrounding topics.” Ted Szczawinski: “Excellent speaker, very comfortable and personable. Passionate about topic.” “Ted’s experience really shines through in his presentation.” Page 35

SMALL ENGINE CLASSES

SMALL ENGINE & BUSINESS

Introduction to Small Engine Repair

Two-Cycle Engine Maintenance

AL0209CA11 (1st Session) March 8, 2011 - 9:00am - 3:30pm $295 before February 22, 2011; $345 after

AL0211CA11 March 4, 2011 - 9:00am - 3:30pm $275 before February 18, 2011; $295 after

AL0209CB11 (2nd Session) March 11, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $295 before February 25, 2011; $345 after

5 Technical CPWM Credits

NEW

Join instructor Kurt Frede, of Gardner-Connell, Inc., in this new hands-on class designed to prepare you to properly maintain the two-cycle engines that power your hand-carried landscape equipment.

Learn the keys to preventative maintenance and protect your equipment investment without waiting for or paying someone else to do it! Kurt Frede, of Gardner-Connell, Inc., will reveal the top reasons engines fail and teach you how to maintain and perform routine repairs, without voiding your warranty. This hands-on class gives you answers to your specific questions - something a manual or video cannot deliver. Please choose one of the two sessions above.

NEW Advanced Small Engine Repair AL0210CA11 (1st Session) March 9 and 10, 2011 9:00am-3:30pm $495 before February 23, 2011; $545 after AL0210CB10 (2nd Session) March 14 and 15, 2011 9:00am-3:30pm $495 before February 28, 2011; $545 after

Sales, Marketing and Branding Techniques for the Success-minded Landscape Contractor 5 Technical & 5 Management CPWM Credits

In this two-day program, instructor Kurt Frede uses a complete “tear down” and rebuild of a 4-cycle Kohler engine to demonstrate maintenance and repair of small engines. You will walk away with these skills: knowing why and how to adjust the governor, making carburetor adjustments, selecting the best oil and gas types for the season and your equipment, and understanding and avoiding common problems like vapor lock. This class will be your first step in saving countless repair dollars and time! Please choose one of the two sessions above.

AL0313CA11 January 14, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before December 21, 2010, $225 after In this debut class for 2011, renowned landscape industry consultant, Jeffrey Scott, will impart practical techniques to allow you to efficiently reach your customer market with greater efficiency and effectiveness.

Here’s what you colleagues are saying about instructor Kurt Frede: “Very knowledgeable in the subject and presents information thoroughly.” “Outstanding teacher. Explains everything and answers all questions.” Page 36

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BUSINESS CLASSES

BUSINESS & ON-SITE TRAINING

Common Sense Business and Pricing Strategies for the Landscape Contractor

The Six Key Elements of Success for Landscape Contractors

AL0307CA11 January 24, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before January 10, 2011; $225 after

NEW

AL0306CA11 Date pending $195 when registering at least two weeks prior to class date; $225 after

Tight times demand smart business decisions. Spend a day with two of New Jersey’s most experienced landscape contractors in this new course to discuss: • Pricing and selling jobs – It’s tough to resist price cutting to win a job, but how low is too low? How much negotiation room should you build into a price? • Cost estimating strategies – Unless you’re covering your full costs, you might be slowly losing money on every job. • Job costing and tracking – Setting a good price depends on knowing your individual cost of service. Make sure you become a better estimator with each job – and then once you win the job, make sure you manage the Profit/Loss. • Q&A -- You’ll have wide open class time to leave with answers to the specific concerns facing your business.

Taught by landscape industry consultant, Marcus vandeVliet, who leads the ANLA’s Masters in Landscape Business Management Program, this course provides solutions that you can implement immediately.

Cash Flow Management for the Landscape Contractor

On-Site Customized Landscape Training Seminars

AL0312CA11 February 10, 2011 9:00am - 3:30pm $195 before January 27, 2011; $225 after

NEW

Due to the lack of available money for loans and lines of credit, cash flow has become even more important. As many businesses undergo change due to their marketplaces, cash flow has become a major challenge. This presentation will explain why cash flow has changed, and include methods to improve cash flow in your company. This presentation will cover: Developing Payment Schedules That Stay Ahead of Project Expenses; Understanding Your Project Costs, the Break Even for Each Project and the Profit Projected; Implementing a Strong Accounts Receivable System; and Monitoring Your Budget Versus Actual Income and Expenses and Making Necessary Adjustments. During the program, each attendee will develop an actual 2011 operating budget for your company to project long-term cash reserve requirements Page 38

In rough real markets, landscape companies must improve on multiple fronts to survive and thrive. That means honestly analyzing strengths and weaknesses, and it means executing on six key elements of success: • Effective leadership • Business & strategies planning • Production & overhead • Production feedback through job systems costing • Implementing change • Employment accountability

Dates and prices will vary Would you prefer the convenience and intimacy of your own office environment and date of your choosing for a landscape training session? Rutgers is pleased to announce the availability of customized on-site landscape training seminars. We will deliver the instructors, course content, and hands-on skills that you are most interested in providing to your organization. Here’s what Al Christiansen of Scotts Lawn Service in Marlboro had to say about the Basics of Turfgrass Management course held at his location in April of 2010: “This was a very productive learning experience for my company. The seminar benefited my experienced and inexperienced employees alike. Well done!” NJDEP and other industry credits are available on a case by case basis. Please call 732-932-9271 x.625 for more information. Page 39

CORE PESTICIDE TRAINING 2010 Basic Pesticide Training CORE Certification of Applicators & Operators November 11th, 2010 (Bilingual), AE0801CC11; December 8th, 2010 (English Only), AE0801CD11; January 20th, 2011 (Bilingual), AE0801CE11 Please call 732-932-9271 ext.614 for additional dates Regular Fee: $129 Multi-Person Registration Fee (2 or more): $99 10 or More Registrants from Same Company: $89 The NJDEP Pesticide Control Program (PCP) pesticide regulations require training for new commercial applicators and operators. If you have never been licensed, or if you have not maintained your license, you must complete these training requirements to become licensed. Training new commercial applicators or operators must include both a PCP-approved basic pesticide training course and 40 hours of on-the-job training. Bilingual courses are taught in English and Spanish.

GOLF TURF MANAGEMENT Three-Week Golf Course Turf Management Program January 10th to 28th, 2011 AT0301CA11 $1,395 before December 17th, 2010; $1445 after Multiple discount fee available for two or more attendees from same company Are you interested in beginning a new career in golf turf management? Have you hit a dead end at your current golf turf job? A formal education is important for anyone who decides to pursue a career in turfgrass management. Attending Rutgers University’s Three-Week Golf Turf Management Short Course will give you the knowledge and skills needed begin a career in turfgrass management.

Licensed applicators may also take this class to earn six (6) CORE credits.

A three-week turfgrass education will help you stand out to potential employers and show your drive and interest in turfgrass. During the Three-Week Golf Turf Management Short Course, students learn practical pest and disease ID skills that make an immediate difference on the job. Three-Week students work closely with expert instructors to expand their turfgrass knowledge, improve their cultural practices, and ultimately learn if a career in turfgrass management is right for them.

Entrenamiento Básico del Pesticida

Two-Year Golf Turf Management School

CORE Certificación del Applicadores y Operadores 11 De noviembre, 2010 (Bilingüe), AE0801CC11; 20 De enero, 2011 (Bilingüe), AE0801CE11; Llame por favor 732-932-9271 ext.648 por fechas adicionales El Precio Regular $129.00 El Tiempo: 8:00am - 12:00pm El Precio para cada persona en grupos menos de 10 $99.00 El Precio para cada persona en grupos 10 o más $89.00 En El Departamento de Protección del Medio Ambiente de NJ (NJDEP), a través las regulaciones del programa de control pesticidas incluyen requisitos de entrenamiento para los nuevos aplicadores y operadores comerciales. Las personas nunca autorizadas y los que no han mantenido su certificación, deben completar estos requisitos de entrenamiento para ser autorizado. El entrenamiento para un nuevo aplicador comercial o el operador es incluido en un curso de aprendizaje aprobado básico del pesticida, y 40 horas de práctica en el trabajo para ser competente en las funciones del uso de pesticidas. Los cursos bilingües se enseñan en inglés y español. Los aplicadores licenciados también pueden tomar esta clase para ganar seis (6) créditos de CORE. Page 40

Fall Session: October, 2011 - December, 2011 Winter Session: January, 2012 - March, 2012 Application Deadline: End of July, 2011 Now in its 50th year, the Rutgers Two Year Professional Golf Turf Management School consists of two convenient 10-week sessions over two years and a 200hour internship of supervised field experience. In our intensive academic format, you will concentrate on the technical knowledge required of superintendents, apply the skills presented in the classroom to field situations, and develop essential qualities of leadership that all successful golf course managers should master. While on campus you will be educated by a highly talented and dedicated community of faculty and industry professionals. Over 2,000 golf turf professionals have graduated from our certificate program and hundreds have advanced to become recognized superintendents in all 50 states and 11 countries. We offer the technical and managerial information you need to succeed as well as a university credential that is highly respected throughout the industry and around the world. Page 41

REGISTRATION INFORMATION extra page Frequent Learner Discounts We have made it simpler for you to save on your training. Any individual or organization qualifies for a 10% discount on all training if they spend $1,000 or more on the total registration fee.

REGISTRATION extraINFORMATION page Course materials, a continental breakfast and lunch are included in your registration fees (unless otherwise specified). Most classes will be held in the New Brunswick, NJ area. All registrants will receive a confirmation letter or email including a map with directions to the course location.

Master Gardener Discount Master Gardeners will be eligible to receive a 10% discount on most programs by including their certificate with registration. Courses with limited space availability may be excluded.

Please have your Visa, MasterCard or AMEX number ready.

Continuing Education Credits

Fax - (732) 932-8726, 24 hours

Many courses offer a wide range of credits from several different states which include: New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut and Delaware. Credits include: pesticide recertification, CPWM (Certified Public Works Managers), ASLA( American Society of Landscape Architects), ISA (International Society of Arboriculture), Community Forestry, APLD (Association of Professional Landscape Designers), SIMA (Snow and Ice Management Association), and TCH (Treatment Systems Operators).

Mail - Registration Desk, NJAES Office of Continuing Professional Education,

For a complete list of credits, please visit our website at www.cpe.rutgers.edu/credits or call Karen at 732-932-9271 ext. 625 for further credit information on classes in this catalog. Cover photograph provided by R & R Landscaping of Mcdonough, GA.

Inclement Weather If winter weather is threatening, we will post information about class cancellations by 6:00am on the home page of our website - www.cpe.rutgers.edu. Although this eliminates the need to call, you can still check in at 732-932-9271 if you prefer. Cancellations will not be broadcast on the radio. Page 42

Phone - (732) 932-9271, 8:00am to 4:30pm EST, M-F

Please fax credit card information or a copy of your check, money order or purchase order with your registration.

Rutgers University, 102 Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-8519

Online - www.cpe.rutgers.edu Please make checks payable to: Rutgers University.

Payment Policy - To guarantee your seat in a course, all payments must be received prior to the start of the program. Registration is accepted on a firstcome, first-serve basis. Registrations will not be accepted without a payment method noted.

Cancellation Policy - You may withdraw from one of our classes up to three full business days before the course begins and receive a full refund, less a $35 processing fee. If our registration unit is not notified at least three business days prior to the start of the class, you may be responsible for the full fee. Substitutions are permitted.

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