Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Golf Course Operations
Career Cluster:	Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Associate in Science	
CIP Number	1101060701	
Program Type	College Credit	
Program Length	69 credit hours	
CTSO	N/A	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	For program SOC codes, please see the Program and Course Tables section of the CTE Program Resources page linked below.	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to instruction that prepares individuals to supervise and manage the operations of a golf course.  Instruction includes equipment management, pest control, fertilization, care, irrigation, record keeping, safety, laws, and regulations, as well as leadership, public relations, human relations, employability and communication skills.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 69 credit hours.

When developing the course sequence for the local implementation of this program, select courses that:
•	Meet the skill development requirements of the standards and benchmarks of this program.
•	Meet the general education core course requirements of Rule 6A-14.0303, Florida Administrative Code.
•	Where reasonable and practicable, align with programs offered by your institution or other postsecondary institutions in Florida, including: 
o	Related CCC and ATD credentials.
o	Baccalaureate degrees within the same career pathway and/or Federal CIP code.

Visit FloridaShines’ Discover Programs website to identify other institutions that offer similar programs to review their course sequencing. Where appropriate, course alignment between institutions offering related programs can facilitate interagency student articulation.

Visit FloridaShines’ Common Prerequisites Manual to identify courses that are prerequisites for admission into an upper division program.  When sub-baccalaureate courses are aligned to the course admissions requirements of baccalaureate programs with the same career pathway, students can enter upper division coursework seamlessly.   

Florida’s Career Readiness Skills for CTE Programs

Employability Skills	
01.0	Apply academic skills to workplace scenarios.	
01.01	Use reading skills.	
01.02	Use writing skills.	
01.03	Use mathematical strategies and procedures.	
01.04	Use scientific principles and procedures.	
02.0	Design a solution to an industry problem.	
02.01	Use critical thinking.	
02.02	Use creativity.	
02.03	Make sound decisions.	
02.04	Solve problems.	
02.05	Reason. 	
02.06	Plan and organize.	
03.0	Manage resources within an industry project	
03.01	Manage time.	
03.02	Manage money or resources.	
03.03	Manage materials.	
03.04	Manage personnel.	
04.0	Oversee the subcomponents, operations and output of a technical or organizational system.	
04.01	Manage systems.	
04.02	Monitor systems.	
04.03	Improve systems.	
05.0	Use information for decision making.	
05.01	Locate information.	
05.02	Organize information.	
05.03	Use information.	
05.04	Analyze information.	
05.05	Communicate information.	
06.0	Apply relevant technology to workplace scenarios to aid productivity.	
06.01	Use technology.	
07.0	Interpret and express interpersonal communication.	
07.01	Communicate verbally.	
07.02	Listen actively.	
07.03	Comprehend written material.	
07.04	Convey information in writing.	
07.05	Communicate nonverbally.	
07.06	Interpret nonverbal communication.	
08.0	Interact with others to accomplish workplace goals.	
08.01	Collaborate with others in a team.	
08.02	Respond to customer needs.	
08.03	Exercise leadership.	
08.04	Negotiate to resolve conflict.	
08.05	Respect others.	
09.0	Manage personal behavior to maximize productivity and professional growth.	
09.01	Demonstrate responsibility and self-discipline.	
09.02	Adapt and show flexibility.	
09.03	Work independently.	
09.04	Demonstrate a willingness to learn.	
09.05	Demonstrate integrity.	
09.06	Demonstrate professionalism.	
09.07	Take initiative.	
09.08	Display positive attitude.	
09.09	Take responsibility for professional growth.	
Job Attainment	
10.0	Find, assess and apply to job opportunities.	
10.01	Identify online job posts relevant to his or her career aspirations.	
10.02	Compare and contrast the job posts’ required qualifications, job duties, compensation, benefits and employers. 	
10.03	Define what information, documentation and writing prompts are required for the positions.	
11.0	Communicate personal competence, character and fit for a job opportunity.	
11.01	Develop a resume.	
11.02	Write a cover letter.	
11.03	Curate a professional portfolio that includes work products.	
11.04	Prepare for and experience a mock job interview.	
12.0	Cultivate and leverage relationships to professionally advance.	
12.01	Request a signed reference letter, letter of recommendation and/or an online skill/professionalism endorsement. 	
12.02	Develop a plan to cultivate a professional digital footprint.	
12.03	Develop a networking plan for a specific industry of interest.	

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Supervise and manage the operation, maintenance, and repair of golf course equipment.
02.0	Schedule irrigation and manage the design, installation, and maintenance of golf course irrigation systems.
03.0	Prescribe, supervise, and manage the application of agricultural chemicals for the prevention and control of pests.
04.0	Prescribe, supervise, and manage the fertilization of turf and landscape.
05.0	Train and supervise employees in grooming and maintaining greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and other areas.
06.0	Provide a safe environment for workers and patrons.
07.0	Keep and analyze maintenance, employee, equipment, and inventory records.
08.0	Analyze and incorporate technical information into management practices.
09.0	Observe local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
10.0	Demonstrate leadership, communication, public relations, employability, and human relations skills.

Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Golf Course Operations
CIP Number: 	1101060701
Program Length:	69 credit hours

At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Supervise and manage the operation, maintenance and repair of golf course equipment. The student will be able to: 	
01.01	Define the role of the golf course equipment mechanic in relation to the organization.	
01.02	Determine the essential power, shop and hand tools required in a golf course mechanics shop.	
01.03	Design a shop layout.	
01.04	Compile a list of equipment required in the operation of an 18-hole golf course.	
01.05	Demonstrate knowledge and use of golf course equipment.	
01.06	Develop and supervise a system of preventive maintenance.	
01.07	Sharpen and grind blades and cutting surfaces on all mowing equipment.	
01.08	Trouble-shoot and repair golf course equipment.	
01.09	Demonstrate gas and electric arc welding techniques on golf course equipment.	
01.10	Compile, stock and manage a parts inventory.	
01.11	Monitor and record the use of fuel, lubricants, and consumable shop supplies.	
01.12	Maintain a safe clean shop.	
01.13	Maintain current catalogs and online resources for supplies and equipment.	
01.14	Maintain tires and tire pressure on golf course equipment.	
01.15	Train and supervise employees in the safe use of tools and equipment.	
02.0	Schedule irrigation and manage the design, installation and maintenance of golf course irrigation systems. The student will be able to: 	
02.01	Determine water requirements for a particular turf.	
02.02	Analyze soil textures regarding their moisture holding capacities.	
02.03	Analyze yearly, monthly, and weekly rainfall amounts and distribution in various areas of Florida.	
02.04	List the major water sources for irrigation purposes.	
02.05	Operate and maintain hydraulically controlled, electrically controlled, and thermo-hydraulically controlled irrigation valves.	
02.06	Select and operate pumps used in sprinkler irrigation systems.	
02.07	Illustrate the design, computations, pumping capacity, and pipe sizing needed to irrigate a given operation.	
02.08	Prepare a schedule for maintaining an irrigation system.	
02.09	Schedule irrigation as required.	
02.10	Manage drainage and run-off of excess rainfall.	
03.0	Prescribe, supervise, and manage the application of agricultural chemicals for the prevention and control of pests. The student will be able to: 	
03.01	Store and handle chemicals safely.	
03.02	Recognize symptoms of agricultural chemical poisoning and apply first aid.	
03.03	Dispose of chemical containers.	
03.04	Read and interpret safety precautions provided on equipment and pesticide containers.	
03.05	Instruct employees in the safe use of agricultural chemicals.	
03.06	Select and check personal safety equipment.	
03.07	Prepare proper proportions of chemicals and carrying agents.	
03.08	Check application equipment for malfunction and wear.	
03.09	Compute amounts of active ingredients of chemicals to be used.	
03.10	Calibrate volume, pressure, and output of equipment.	
03.11	Weigh and measure chemicals.	
03.12	Adjust height and width of equipment to achieve desired spray pattern.	
03.13	Recognize symptoms of pesticide damage.	
03.14	Identify fungi and bacteria.	
03.15	Recognize symptoms of insects and nematodes.	
03.16	Identify common insects, weeds, diseases, and other pests common to golf courses.	
03.17	Clean and store sprayers.	
03.18	Develop a pest control management program following best management practices.	
04.0	Prescribe, supervise, and manage the fertilization of turf and landscape. The student will be able to: 	
04.01	Take soil and leaf samples for chemical analysis.	
04.02	Adjust pH level of soil.	
04.03	Interpret soil and tissue chemical analysis results.	
04.04	Apply fertilizer in liquid form.	
04.05	Interpret labels on fertilizer containers.	
04.06	Apply dry fertilizers.	
04.07	Identify nutrient deficiency symptoms in turf and landscape plants.	
04.08	Determine kind and type of fertilizer to apply to a given area.	
04.09	Determine the nutrient requirements of various plants.	
04.10	Determine amount of fertilizer to apply to a given area.	
04.11	Analyze cost of various formulations and methods of application.	
04.12	Recognize fertilizer injury to plant materials.	
05.0	Train and supervise employees in grooming and maintaining greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and other areas. The student will be able to: 	
05.01	Supervise the mowing of greens, collars, roughs, aprons, and fairways.	
05.02	Determine the placement and location of cups and tees.	
05.03	Supervise the repair of divots.	
05.04	Determine conditions necessary for verticuting and aerifying turf.	
05.05	Supervise the care and maintenance of sand traps.	
05.06	Prune trees and shrubs.	
05.07	Supervise the maintenance of water hazards.	
05.08	Develop maintenance schedule for grooming golf courses.	
05.09	Train and supervise employees in the care of golf courses.	
05.10	Follow written and verbal instructions.	
06.0	Provide a safe environment for workers and patrons. The student will be able to: 	
06.01	Provide instruction for the safe use of chemicals, tools, and equipment.	
06.02	Inspect tools and equipment for safe operation.	
06.03	Apply emergency first aid.	
06.04	Post safety hazards.	
06.05	Monitor employees work habits.	
06.06	Maintain safety awareness.	
07.0	Keep and analyze maintenance, employee, equipment, and inventory records. The student will be able to: 	
07.01	Maintain equipment use and maintenance records.	
07.02	Keep and file personnel records and information.	
07.03	Record and analyze time-on-task information.	
07.04	Maintain pesticide use information.	
07.05	Keep inventory records.	
07.06	Prepare a written report or summary based on records.	
07.07	Observe and make recommendations based on records.	
07.08	Evaluate employees, equipment and practices based on records.	
07.09	Develop annual budget for complete operation.	
07.10	Keep and file guarantees, warrantees, service contracts and operators manuals.	
08.0	Analyze and incorporate technical information into management practices. The student will be able to: 	
08.01	Maintain a current file of technical information.	
08.02	Update skills and knowledge through workshops and seminars.	
08.03	Analyze data relative to operation.	
08.04	Assess new materials, chemicals and procedures based on research or technical information.	
08.05	Interpret technical information relative to operation.	
09.0	Observe local, state and federal laws and regulations. The student will be able to: 	
09.01	Observe OSHA rules and regulations.	
09.02	Observe EPA rules and regulations.	
09.03	Secure and maintain permits, certificates, and licenses appropriate to operation.	
09.04	Observe stream and groundwater regulations.	
09.05	Recognize responsibilities and liabilities of occupation or position.	
09.06	Maintain a list of agencies responsible for regulating the industry.	
10.0	Demonstrate leadership, communication, public relations, employability, and human relations skills. The student will be able to: 	
10.01	Conduct a job search.	
10.02	Secure information about a job.	
10.03	Identify documents that may be required when applying for a job.	
10.04	Complete a job application form correctly.	
10.05	Demonstrate competence in job interview techniques.	
10.06	Identify or demonstrate appropriate responses to criticism from employer, supervisor, or other persons.	
10.07	Identify acceptable work habits.	
10.08	Demonstrate knowledge of how to make job changes appropriately.	
10.09	Demonstrate acceptable employee health habits.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Special Notes

Planned and supervised occupational activities may be provided through directed laboratory experience, practicum or cooperative experience. whenever the cooperative method of instruction is offered, the following is required for each student:  a training plan, signed by the student, teacher and employer which includes instructional objectives and a list of on-the-job and in-school learning experiences; a work station which reflects equipment, skills and tasks which are relevant to the occupation which the student has chosen as a career goal.  The student may receive compensation for work performed. 

General Education Course Requirements for AS and AAS Degrees

State Board of Education Rule 6A-14.030(4), F.A.C., identifies 15 credit hours as the minimum amount of general education coursework required in the Associate of Science (AS) degree and the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.  In addition, Rule 6A-14.0303, F.A.C., implements s. 1007.25, F.S., and requires students entering a technical education degree program in the 2022-2023 academic year, and thereafter, to complete at least one identified core course in each subject area as part of the general education course requirements (15 credit hours total) before a degree is awarded) The core subject areas include: 
•	Communication. 
•	Humanities.
•	Mathematics. 
•	Natural Sciences.
•	Social Sciences.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.