Arboriculture (Academics)

See the trees for the forest.

The Arboriculture minor looks at the cultivation and management of individual trees. Learn about disease and insect control, planting and cultivation, and the management of trees in urban environments. Make a difference, one tree at a time.

Career paths: speak for the trees.

An Arboriculture minor can lead to careers in leading roles with tree companies, sales, consulting, corporate management, and urban landscape management.

An Arboriculture minor is a great option if you:

are passionate about plant science, ecology, resource protection, and the growing of trees for fuel, food, fiber, shade and beauty
enjoy the challenge of landscaping and value the ornamental role of trees
value parks, botanical gardens, and public outdoor spaces

Courses

For details on program requirements, suggested academic plan, and more, see the University Bulletin.

Required courses

Applied Arboriculture
Introduction to Entomology
Introductory Soil Science
Landscape Plant Establishment and Maintenance
Management of Insect Pests of Ornamentals
Principles of Arboriculture
Urban Forest Management

Sample additional courses

Biology: Basic Concepts and Biodiversity
Diseases of Forest and Shade Trees
Field Dendrology
Horticultural Crop Diseases
Introduction to Plant Biology
Ornamental Plant Material

Get started.

Students may apply for admission to the minor in LionPATH by selecting "Update Academics" in the Student Center. For additional information, please contact Dr. Dennis Decoteau.