Attendance at in-person meetings and site visits is mandatory per the LATC credentialing of this program.
No meetings November 13 & 27.
In person class meetings on Sat. Oct 26 & Sun. Oct 27 - Long Beach.
Must be taken before or concurrently with X 472.14B Landscape Construction Drawing I
International Students: This hybrid section is not considered in person for immigration purposes
Internet access required. Materials required.
Landscape Construction Methods and Materials
ARCH X 472.14A
Studies the basic materials and methods used in landscape architecture site construction with an emphasis on sustainable materials, construction practices, and detailing with materials.
Fall
Live Online
Starting at $980.00
As few as 12 weeks
4.0
What you can learn.
- Understand professional design, construction, and practice standards regarding various construction materials and methods
- Understand the role of the professional landscape architect in the production of construction documents, details, and specifications
- Understand how landscape architects communicate graphically, with written specification, and contractually with clients and contractors.
- Select materials appropriate to the intended use and join materials using innovative and traditional methods
About this course:
This course investigates the various materials used in building landscapes (masonry, concrete, wood, metal, water, and lighting). Their physical properties, characteristics, and applications in terms of function and aesthetics are also studied and evaluated. Students demonstrate knowledge and proper use of these materials in detailed exercises and drawings.
Prerequisites
ARCH X 493.6 AutoCAD 2, and ARCH X 472.12B Irrigation/Water Conservation.
Fall 2024 Schedule
Date & Time
Details
Format
Live Online
Location:
Remote Classroom
,
Long Beach
Notes
Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 01, 2024
Course Requirements
Book:
Fundamentals of Building Construction Materials and Methods
by Edward Allen and Joseph Iano
ISBN 978-1-119-45025-2
Book:
Materials for Sustainable Sites
by Meg Calkins
ISBN 978-0-470-13455-9
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Wed Sep 25, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Oct 2, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Oct 9, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Oct 16, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Off-Site
Sat Oct 26, 2024
9:00AM PT - 4:00PM PT
Long Beach
Off-Site
Sun Oct 27, 2024
9:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
Long Beach
Lecture
Wed Oct 30, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Nov 6, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Nov 20, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Dec 4, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Wed Dec 11, 2024
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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