Landscape Technology
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Landscape Technology program emphasizes the technology of landscape design, installation, and management. The program also focuses on the production of landscape plants. The program is designed to prepare students to become employed in nurseries or landscape construction and maintenance industry as technicians, supervisors, managers, or owners. In addition the program prepares students for jobs with government agencies or other agencies involved with the technical phases of the Landscape Horticulture industry. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Sustainable Horticulture and Certificates of Completion (CCLs) in Landscape Horticulture, Sustainable Agriculture, and Cannabis Cultivation are also available.
Details
Field of Interest
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Landscape Technology (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5073
Total credits required
34
Catalog Year
2025-2026
Effective Term
Fall 2025
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Operate equipment safely, ethically, and in an environmentally responsible manner, while demonstrating professional behaviors that align with field norms and conventions.
- Apply knowledge of common landscape plants and their use to develop landscape and irrigation plans that meet the environmental, aesthetic and cultural needs of the customer.
- Install complete landscapes and irrigation systems using blueprints, specifications, and appropriate landscape equipment.
- Assess landscapes by synthesizing principles of plant growth and responses to particular soils, climate, sun exposure, water availability, nutrients and pests.
- Create landscape or crop production systems that meet environmental, aesthetic, and/or cultural needs.
Career statistics
Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
$87,730 Show expanded career information for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers
$47,780 Show expanded career information for First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers
Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers
$33,880 Show expanded career information for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers
* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Semesters intro
When to Start Taking Classes
It is suggested that you begin taking the courses found in this course sequence starting in a Fall Semester.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Fall Semester (Term 1)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGS100 | Safety and Standard Operating Procedures for Sustainable Horticulture | Gateway course | 1 | ||
| AGS164 | Plant Growth and Development | SQ | 4 | ||
| AGS182AA | Gardening Practices and Techniques | 3 | |||
| AGS262 | Irrigation Design, Installation, Operation, and Trouble Shooting | 3 | |||
| AGS268 | Integrated Pest Management in the Cultivated Environment | 4 | |||
| AGS285 | Propagation of Horticultural Plants | 3 |
Spring Semester (Term 2)
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGB139 | Agribusiness Computer Operations | 3 | |||
| AGS200 | Southwest Landscape Plants: Identification and Care | 4 | |||
| AGS260 | Soils | SQ | 4 | ||
| AGS210 | Landscape Construction | 4 |
Footnote
Courses in Term 1 are the requirements for the CCL Landscape Aide (5069) which is part of the Landscape Specialist certificate.
Course Area Key
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
- SQ = Natural Sciences Quantitative
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for each course listed in the Required Courses area.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=16453214).
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
Previous Catalog Years
The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.
Previous catalog years for Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Landscape Technology