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Enterting the Horticulture Field II/Thank you.
I just wanted to thank all of those that were kind enough to answer my
question. You've exceeded the amount of info NCAN was able to supply me with by far, and for that I am most appreciative! One theme that seemed to be constant in your messages is that a degree is really necessary, or will at least make opportunities easier to come by. I think subconsciously I was already aware of that fact, but wanted to deny the obvious! The main reason why I seem to want to avoid college is due to the simple fact that I've never fared well in Mathematics, and since Horticulture is a field based in Science I know Mathematics is bound to be intertwined. Hmmm ::Thinks::: I think I'm basically screwed here. lol Perhaps Horticulture will be a hobby for me then, for I doubt I could ever obtain a degree in a field where Mathematics is key. Thanks again for your messages, very interesting and informative! Joel |
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Enterting the Horticulture Field II/Thank you.
Joel Jac0b wrote: I just wanted to thank all of those that were kind enough to answer my question. You've exceeded the amount of info NCAN was able to supply me with by far, and for that I am most appreciative! One theme that seemed to be constant in your messages is that a degree is really necessary, or will at least make opportunities easier to come by. I think subconsciously I was already aware of that fact, but wanted to deny the obvious! The main reason why I seem to want to avoid college is due to the simple fact that I've never fared well in Mathematics, and since Horticulture is a field based in Science I know Mathematics is bound to be intertwined. Hmmm ::Thinks::: I think I'm basically screwed here. lol Perhaps Horticulture will be a hobby for me then, for I doubt I could ever obtain a degree in a field where Mathematics is key. Thanks again for your messages, very interesting and informative! Joel Don't rule out getting a degree just because you aren't great in math. While there is a fair amount of math involved in some aspects of horticulture, most of it is an accumulation of general knowledge related to plants and hands-on experience in growing and propagating.. All horticultural courses of study that I am aware of include a course on horticultural math that will get you through what you need - it is no more complicated than the math required for being a good cook and there are all sort of guides and handy books that will outline necessary formulas one may tend to forget. Once you start practicing it, though, it all becomes second nature. Don't give up and good luck!! pam - gardengal |
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Enterting the Horticulture Field II/Thank you.
The only math I came across was how to figure out cubic feet and BTU
measurements in a greenhouse so proper heat could be provided. There are several types of math you can take in the core classes which are not too hard. I have horrible math skills and anxiety and I passed. On 29 Mar 2003 10:20:52 GMT, (Joel Jac0b) wrote: I just wanted to thank all of those that were kind enough to answer my question. You've exceeded the amount of info NCAN was able to supply me with by far, and for that I am most appreciative! One theme that seemed to be constant in your messages is that a degree is really necessary, or will at least make opportunities easier to come by. I think subconsciously I was already aware of that fact, but wanted to deny the obvious! The main reason why I seem to want to avoid college is due to the simple fact that I've never fared well in Mathematics, and since Horticulture is a field based in Science I know Mathematics is bound to be intertwined. Hmmm ::Thinks::: I think I'm basically screwed here. lol Perhaps Horticulture will be a hobby for me then, for I doubt I could ever obtain a degree in a field where Mathematics is key. Thanks again for your messages, very interesting and informative! Joel |
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Enterting the Horticulture Field II/Thank you.
The only math required in horticulture is a number of formulas that can easily
be found in any number of reference books. I will have my hort degree in june and have never had to take any math classes. It depends on what specific area you are getting into. Someone looking to start thier own opertaion would need a great deal more math than someone who is going into plant sales. Toad |
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