LA3572

LA 3572 - Landscape Construction: Materials, Assemblies and Performance (3 Cr.)

LA 3572 - Landscape Construction: Materials, Assemblies and Performance (3 Cr.)

Course description

The subject of this course is Landscape Architecture construction. In this technology-based class, the principles, identification, and application of building materials as well as construction standards and creative developmental strategies in the built environment will be explored. Significantly, functional outdoor spaces that meet specific environmental and social needs are a product of the infrastructures that support human occupation. The material’s responsiveness to site, its programming and durability define the abilities of a project scope to deliver superior performance. Over the course of the semester students will research, analyze, document and apply material solutions that meet specific programmatic, aesthetic and performance requirements.

Minimum credits

3

Maximum credits

3

Is this course repeatable?

No

Grading basis

AFV - A-F or Audit

Discussion

Lecture

Requirements

000023

Fulfills the writing intensive requirement?

No

Typically offered term(s)

Every Spring