At least 63 quarter credit hours must be completed in technical studies, and a minimum of 47 quarter credit hours must be completed in basic and general studies. Students in the turfgrass management program are required to complete a course called practicum. Practicum is supervised work experience on campus which allows students to improve skills and apply classroom learning. Practicum work experiences for turfgrass students may include equipment operation, irrigation, construction, and maintenance. Ohio State ATI works with students to find appropriate internship positions in both Ohio and other states.
Internship is a course for which students enroll and pay tuition.
Students are paid for their employment, graded on their job performance, and awarded academic credit for completing the course. Other students may select additional technical courses not required in their major without necessarily completing the requirements for a second degree. Either choice can serve to broaden students' educational experience and enhance their employment opportunities. Transfer Degree Option Ohio State ATI also offers an Associate of Science degree in horticulture. This degree option allows students to begin their course work toward a Bachelor of Science degree.