Courses - Fall 2024
LARC121
Computer Visualization in Design
Students are provided with the opportunity to 1) explore basic design principles and practice, 2) explore and apply computer concepts and principles, 3) learn and apply basic computer tools used in landscape architecture and allied disciplines, and 4) demonstrate competency in design vocabulary and computer applications through demonstrated deliverables used in the built environment design fields.
LARC151
Urban Agriculture: Designing and Assessing Edible Landscapes
Students will examine the growing development of urban agriculture and edible landscapes. Urban agriculture has seen a recent growth and interest in cities across the globe. From Paris to New York, from Baltimore to Detroit, urban agriculture is an emerging land use to address a variety of needs. Redevelopment, food deserts, community engagement and environmental justice are just some of the issues and topics that are connected to the recent growth of urban agriculture. This course will take a critical examination of urban agriculture's contribution to the food system, its input and outputs in the urban landscape, and the planning and design of urban agriculture and edible landscapes.
LARC160
Introduction to Landscape Architecture and Environmental Design
History, theory, philosophy and current practice of the profession of landscape architecture. Explores the interactive relationship between humans and their environment by examining people's perceptions of and changing attitude towards the landscape, as well as, an examination of how these are related to ecological and cultural influences. Topics include urban, ecological, community and creative design.
LARC220
Landscape Visualization II
Credits:
4
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F, Aud
Corequisite: LARC230.
Restriction: Permission of AGNR-Plant Science & Landscape Architecture department; and sophomore standing or higher; and must be in Landscape Architecture program.
Credit only granted for: LARC489R or LARC220.
Formerly: LARC489R.
Basic techniques and application of various media for graphic communication associated with landscape architecture.
LARC230
Design Fundamentals Studio
Credits:
5
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F
Prerequisite: Must have completed or be concurrently enrolled in LARC265 and LARC266.
Corequisite: LARC220.
Restriction: Permission of AGNR-Plant Science & Landscape Architecture department; and sophomore standing or higher; and must be in Landscape Architecture program.
Credit only granted for: LARC141 or LARC230.
Formerly: LARC141.
Introduction to the fundamentals of basic design focusing on creative problem solving associated with landscape architecture. Here you will explore design with different geometries, organizing principles, concept development, spatial definition, land formation, structures and plants. Emphasis will be given on how to represent design ideas using measured drafting techniques and presentation board organization. A series of foundational exercises will culminate in the redesign of a small public space.
Students must pay a $300.00 Landscape Architecture Fee.
LARC265
Site Analysis and Ecological Principles
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg
Prerequisite: LARC141.
Corequisite: LARC240 and LARC221.
Restriction: Permission of AGNR-Plant Science & Landscape Architecture department; and sophomore standing or higher; and must be in Landscape Architecture program.
Credit only granted for: LARC265 or ARCH460.
Principles and methods of site analysis with an emphasis on the application of ecological principles in landscape architecture, architecture and planning.
LARC266
Site and Landscape Ecology Field Studies
Credits:
1
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F
Prerequisite: Must have completed or be concurrently enrolled in LARC230 or LARC640.
Corequisite: LARC265.
Restriction: Sophomore standing or higher; and must be in Landscape Architecture program.
Additional information: This course requires field trips.
Field Excursions that are essential to apply theory and principles explored in the LARC265 to real world environments.
LARC320
Principles of Site Engineering
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg
Prerequisite: LARC221.
Corequisite: LARC340.
Restriction: Must be in Landscape Architecture program; and junior standing or higher.
The study and application of landscape construction principles as applied to grading, drainage, site layout, storm water management, and vehicular and pedestrian circulation.
LARC340
Site Planning and Design Studio
Credits:
5
Grad Meth:
Reg
Prerequisite: LARC220, LARC265, LARC266, and LARC230.
Corequisite: LARC411 and LARC221.
Restriction: Must be in Landscape Architecture program; and sophomore standing or higher.
Credit only granted for: LARC340 or LARC231.
Formerly: LARC340.
An examination of the influence of landscape character and site features (natural and cultural) on landscape architecture, architecture and planning through application in the studio setting.
Students must pay a $300.00 Landscape Architecture Fee.
LARC389
Internship in Landscape Architecture
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg
Restriction: Permission of department. The deadline to request permission to sign-up for the course is 6/16/2023. See Dr. Mark Carroll for more information.
There will be two required real-time sessions, time to be determined.
A supervised internship where students earn credit for work experience related to their career goals. Each student must keep a work log, work on a special project, and produce a report related to this project. An evaluation from the external supervisor of the project is required. Participation requires application to the internship advisor in the preceding semester.
There will be two required real-time sessions, time to be determined.
A supervised internship where students earn credit for work experience related to their career goals. Each student must keep a work log, work on a special project, and produce a report related to this project. An evaluation from the external supervisor of the project is required. Participation requires application to the internship advisor in the preceding semester.
LARC420
Professional Practice
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg
Prerequisite: LARC321.
Restriction: Must be in Landscape Architecture program.
An introduction to and comparative study of the professional concerns of design firms. Focus on planning, legal, ethical, marketing and management considerations of interdisciplinary practices.
LARC440
Urban Design Studio
Credits:
5
Grad Meth:
Reg
Prerequisite: LARC321; and LARC340; and LARC341.
Restriction: Must be in Landscape Architecture program.
The landscape architect's role within the interdisciplinary urban design process, focusing on urban site design issues. Pedestrian friendly site design and the future of sustainable development will be studied.
Students must pay a $300.00 Landscape Architecture Fee.
LARC452
Green Infrastructure and Community Greening
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, P-F, Aud
Prerequisite: PLSC110 and PLSC111; or (PLSC112 and PLSC113); or permission of instructor.
Restriction: Junior standing or higher.
Credit only granted for: LARC489G or LARC452.
Formerly: LARC489G.
A critical look and exploration of green infrastructure (GI) elements in the built environment in contributing to ecosystems services and the sustainability of the built environment. The course explores the science, issues, challenges, and the policy, planning and design solutions offered by green infrastructure.
LARC470
Landscape Architecture Seminar
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg
Prerequisite: LARC321; and LARC341.
Corequisite: LARC440.
Restriction: Senior standing; and must be in Landscape Architecture program.
A combination of self-directed study, seminar, and lecture formats. An introduction to aspects of research methods, critical analysis, and proposal writing with a focus on urban and community design.
LARC499
Independent Studies in Landscape Architecture
Credits:
1 - 4
Grad Meth:
Reg
LARC620
Graphic Tools for Landscape Representation
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, Aud
Corequisite: LARC640.
Restriction: Permission of AGNR-Plant Science & Landscape Architecture department.
This course integrates digital and analog methods of communication and provides an introduction to computer tools and techniques commonly used in landscape architecture practice. Non-drafting computer tools will be used to orient basic digital image capture, manipulation, and presentation formatting. Also includes techniques and application of various media for graphic communication associated with landscape architecture.
LARC640
Graduate Studio I
Credits:
5
Grad Meth:
Reg, Aud
Corequisite: LARC620.
Restriction: Permission of AGNR-Plant Science & Landscape Architecture department.
Principles and techniques of design as applied to shaping the landscape; developing concepts in visual thinking, environmental awareness, and design intervention through studio exercises and projects.
Students must pay a $300.00 Graduate Studio Fee.
LARC642
Graduate Studio III
Credits:
5
Grad Meth:
Reg, Aud
Prerequisite: LARC641.
Corequisite: LARC670.
Restriction: Permission of AGNR-Plant Science & Landscape Architecture department.
A focus on the interaction of landscape science (hydrology, geology, etc.) with the necessities and mechanisms of human settlements (transportation, economics, etc.) emphasizing innovative and forward thinking solutions to urbanization and ecological problems. It will apply this knowledge to landscape analysis, recreational planning and design, and community development, emphasizing resource management, spatial organization, landscape character, and the physical and social structure of community services. This course will be required for both Trach 1 and Track 2 students.
Students must pay a $300.00 Graduate Studio Fee.
LARC670
Landscape Architecture Theory and Criticism
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, Aud
Restriction: Permission of AGNR-Plant Science & Landscape Architecture department.
Review and analysis of the body of literature concerning landscape architecture and relationships between humans and both natural and designed environments. Topics may include: rationalism, ethics, aesthetics, social and economic values, postmodernism, feminist, multiculturalism, ecological determinism, preservation/conservation, and sustainability and ecological design. Each week students will lead a debate and discussion on a theoretical issue based on the assigned readings for that week.
LARC699
Independent Studies in Landscape and Architecture
Credits:
1 - 3
Grad Meth:
Reg
LARC721
Landscape Construction Methods and Materials
Credits:
3
Grad Meth:
Reg, Aud
Prerequisite: LARC720.
Restriction: Permission of AGNR-Plant Science & Landscape Architecture department.
Basic methods of constructing landscapes and manipulating the appropriate plant and inorganic materials for the creation of ecologically sustainable environments for human use. An examination of the use, properties, and detailing of materials used in landscape construction.
LARC748
Advanced Special Topics Studio
Credits:
5
Grad Meth:
Reg, Aud
Students must pay a $300.00 Graduate Studio Fee.
LARC799
Master's Thesis Research
Credits:
1 - 6
Grad Meth:
S-F
Students must pay a $300.00 Graduate Studio Fee.
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