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2003-2004 Catalog of Studies

(LARC) LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

LARC1003 Basic Course in the Arts: Landscape Architecture (FA, SP) Mankind's changing attitudes toward urban and rural outdoor spaces and their aesthetic and cultural values. The origins of the environmental/conservation movement and the development of an American land ethic. Appreciation of the relationship of the natural and historic landscape to the arts and the aesthetic importance of open space.

LARC1211 Introduction to Landscape Architecture I (FA, SU) Interdisciplinary introduction to basic principles of design and the natural landscape. Urbanism and the public realm. Lecture 1 hour per week.

LARC1221 Introduction to Landscape Architecture II (SP, SU) Theoretical, formal, and constructive principles and their impact in the design discipline, modernism and after. Introduction to the intellectual and philosophical foundations of landscape architecture. Lecture 1 hour per week. Prerequisite: LARC 1211.

LARC1315 Landscape Architecture Design I (FA, SU) Theory and craft of seeing, drawing, and model-building to record and communicate a design. Basic design principles with architectural and natural geometries are introduced and employed. Studio and lecture. Corequisite: LARC 1211.

LARC1325 Landscape Architecture Design II (SP, SU) Basic concepts of spatial, visual and experiential analysis are used in the investigation and evaluation of designed landscapes. Introduction to three-dimensional spatial organization systems and supporting principles. Continued drawing exercises and analysis graphics leading to design conceptualization. Studio and lecture. Corequisite: LARC 1221. Prerequisite: LARC 1315 and LARC 1211.

LARC2113 Design Communications I (FA) Aimed at visualization of the design process from conception to completion. Provides a means to effectively communicate, evaluate, synthesize and refine ideas. Aimed at teaching various levels of graphics associated with the design process. Communication of ideas through various techniques is explored and the computer is introduced as a graphics tool and as a means of organizing ideas in a creative, yet orderly, fashion.

LARC2123 Design Communications II (SP) Continuation of LARC 2113 with a focus on computer technologies in two-dimensional graphic representation and three-dimensional modeling. Course includes an introduction to computer system use and software such as: CAD, GIS, Photoshop, desk-top publishing, Word, and other professional office programs. Studio and lecture.

LARC2336 Landscape Architecture Design III (FA) Introduction to design process(s)that responds to site and context. Reinforcement of design principles and organization systems applied to small scale design projects. Studio and lecture. Prerequisite: LARC 1221 and LARC 1325.

LARC2346 Landscape Architecture Design IV (SP) (Formerly LARC 3345) Expansion of abilities to analyze existing conditions of site and develop methods for interpreting and synthesizing information and perceptions into spatial design proposals. Emphasis on design form and the use of meaning and landscape narrative applied to increased scale projects within a larger or more complex context. Studio and lecture. Prerequisite: LARC 2336 and LARC 3413.

LARC2714 Landscape Architecture Construction I (SP) (Grading) Introduction to landscape architectural construction with an emphasis on grading, earthwork computations, and technical drawing skills. Introduction to roadway alignment, the land survey system, and construction documents. Lecture and laboratory.

LARC302V Special Studies (1-6) (IR) Individual or group study and practicum and travel involving landscape design, history, and environmental analysis. May be repeated for 6 hours.

LARC303V Special Projects (1-6) (IR) Design implementation, study, practicum, and preparation of working drawings. May be repeated.

LARC3356 Landscape Architecture Design V (SP) (Formerly LARC 3355) Investigation of social behavior as applied to program and design that serves human needs. Projects reflect increased scope, scale, and resolution with a detailed design component. Studio and lecture. Prerequisite: LARC 2113, LARC 2346 and LARC 2714; and acceptance into the professional program.

LARC3366 Landscape Architecture Design VI (SP) (Formerly LARC 4365) Investigation of ecological determinism, historic and contemporary planning, and sustainable design as distinct approaches to landscape architecture. Studio and lecture. Prerequisite: LARC 3356.

LARC3413 History of Landscape Architecture (FA) Analysis of the interaction between existing landscapes and human cultural development as reflected in the meaning and organization of landscape designs at community and project scales from the neolithic period to the mid-nineteenth century.

LARC3723 Landscape Construction II (FA) (Formerly LARC 3724) Design of structure and landscape elements within the existing environment. Introduction to landscape construction details, and other working drawings. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: LARC 2325.

LARC3734 Landscape Architecture Construction III (SP) (Structures) Introduction into the design and fabrication methods of structures in the landscape. Emphasis on statics in calculating sizes and selection of materials for free-standing and retaining walls, and wooden structures. Advanced technical drawing component and computer integration of drawing production. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: LARC 3723.

LARC3813 Trees and Plants of Zone 7 (IR) Identification and study of horticultural and structural characteristics of trees, shrubs, vines, and groundcovers in Zone 7 (Wyman). Course may be taught in Garvan Woodland Gardens in Hot Springs.

LARC3821 Study Abroad Preparation (SP) Orientation to the geography, history, and culture of the countries and sites to be studies in the study abroad program. Lecture.

LARC3914 Planting Design I (FA) Introduction to small scale projects involving use of plant materials in relation to other landscape elements, formulation of a vocabulary of plant materials and preparation of integrated planting plans and applicable specifications. Includes laboratory. Pre- or Corequisite: HORT 3103.

LARC3924 Ecological Design (FA) Continuation of LARC 3914 emphasizing a change in scale of projects to include medium and large scale projects, and increasing complexity in dealing with more complicated and varied planting designs and applicable specifications. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: LARC 3914 and HORT 3133.

LARC3933 Cultural Landscape Studies (SU) The examination of landscape forms, and their historic and evolutionary development. Includes study of cultural, political, and site context influences. Required field trip component of study abroad. Prerequisite: LARC 3413 and LARC 3921.

LARC4123 Urban Form Studies (SU) The examination of urban, village, and suburban form and its influencing forces. Includes study of cultural forces, technological developments, and physical shape, scale, and materials that define urban areas. Required field trip component of study abroad. Prerequisite: LARC 3413 and LARC 3921.

LARC4343 Planning Approaches to Geographic Information Systems (IR) A survey of the decision making processes required for planning with geographic information systems. Review of the history of suitability mapping as the basis for computerized land planning models. Placement of modern suitability studies in the realm of regional planning through examination of criteria establishment, weighting, public input and data restrictions. Prerequisite: GEOG 4543.

LARC4376 Landscape Architecture Design VII (FA) (Formerly LARC 4375) Synthesis of all previous court work; an introduction to the theory and practice of larger scale planning with an emphasis on design of systems in urbanizing environments. Studio and lecture. Prerequisite: LARC 3366 and LARC 4413.

LARC4383 Senior Project Preparation (SP) (Formerly LARC 4381) Definition and planning of personally selected senior demonstration project. Requires full documentation of topical research, program development, site data collection, site analysis, and site project base maps. Studio and lecture. Prerequisite: LARC 4376

LARC4413 Contemporary Landscape Architecture (FA) Critical study and analysis of landscape architecture from mid-nineteenth century to the present. Emphasis on the philosophical and design theories that have influenced the form of gardens, parks, and cities.

LARC4714 Landscape Architecture Construction IV (FA) (Systems) Introduction to systems of landscape architectural construction including stormwater management, lighting, irrigation, water features, and erosion control. Emphasis on an advanced grading and landform manipulation skills, and stormwater system design and calculations. Significant integration of computer generated drawings. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: LARC 2714.

LARC4743 Site Planning for Non-Landscape Architects (IR) Problems in analysis and synthesis of elements used in landscape with emphasis on grading and drainage and the relationship of structure to site. Lecture and laboratory 6 hours per week.

LARC5043 Landscape Architecture Seminar (IR) The role of the landscape architect in contemporary society; how this is affected by technological change and awareness of ecological problems. Group discussions, individual research projects, and guest lectures. Prerequisite: fourth-year standing.

LARC5053 Historic Landscape Preservation (IR) Survey of historic preservation as a profession and the emerging cultural landscape preservation movement. Introduction to preservation principles as described by the Secretary of the Interiors Standards and Guidelines. Analysis of case studies will reinforce basic philosophies and introduce preservation approaches. Prerequisite: LARC 3413 and LARC 4413.

LARC5063 Alternative Stormwater Management (IR) Introduction to the role of alternative stormwater management techniques including constructed wetlands, bioswales, rainwater harvesting, and other stormwater reduction techniques. Emphasis on constructed wetlands and multidisciplinary team approach to problem solving. Lecture and laboratory.

LARC5386 Landscape Architecture Design VIII (Senior Demonstration Project) (FA) (Formerly LARC 5385) Advanced design studio with an emphasis on individual or team research and design resolution. Includes all aspects of design process: inventory, programming, graphic documentation, formal oral presentation, and a written report. Prerequisite: LARC 4383 and LARC 4376.

LARC5613 Landscape Architectural Practice and Project Manual (SP) Professional ethics; office organization, client, contractor and landscape architect relationships; contracts and documents; review of bidding and contractual documents, including technical specifications.

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