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Intended Audience

This course is for OSU Extension staff. 

Time Requirements

• Four hours total
• The course is divided into 13 modules which can be completed at your own pace.
• Each module should take approximately 20 minutes to complete.

Learning Objectives

After completing this course, you will be able to

• Describe best practices for pond management and troubleshooting common problems.
• Locate key information about common pond management problems.
• Assist clients with common problems related to pond management.

Teaching Method

This is an asynchronous, self-paced, course.  You will engage in learning activities, and take quizzes.  

Outline

• Pond Stocking
• Overabundant Pond Plants
• Algae
• Fish Kills
• Muddy Ponds
• Building a Pond
• Urban Ponds
• Toxic Algae
• Wormy Fish
• Adding Plants
• Water Tests
• Water Gardens
• Livestock Watering

Completing the Course

• To complete the course, you must access all pages and earn 85% on the Assessment.
• Once you have completed the course, you can print a certificate of completion.