LA-LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECTURE –
2005-07 Catalog
Landscape Architecture Department
LA
101 Introduction
to Landscape Architecture (4)
Introduction to the profession of landscape architecture
and orientation to the department curriculum and learning processes. 3 lectures, 1 recitation.
LA
109 Visual
Literacy and Design Communication in Landscape Architecture (4)
A
special course recommended for students transferring from the community
colleges. The basics of visual literacy and design
communication in landscape architecture. Topics also include plans,
sections, oblique drawings and perspective views. 4
laboratories.
LA
110 Graphic
Communication for Landscape Architects (3)
Communication through descriptive drawing and
professional plan graphics, including theories of perspective. 3 laboratories.
LA
111 Three
Dimensional Graphics for Landscape Architects (4)
Elements
of three dimensional perception/visualization with emphasis
on freehand and mechanical perspective drawing methods. Methods will
also include presentation and rendering techniques. 4
laboratories. Prerequisite: LA 110 or consent of instructor.
LA
114 Landscape
Analysis and Planning (4)
Research and analysis techniques of primary natural
components of a landscape. Contour maps, aerial photographs, soil reports, climate and
hydrologic studies, vegetation surveys, visual and sensory assessments, program
analysis, suitability/sensitivity analyses, and ethics. Mapping, case
study reviews, individual and team field studies, research and project analysis
and land use planning. 2 lectures, 2 laboratories.
Concurrent: SS 121.
LA
130 Landscape
Interpretation (4)
Introduction to the relationships between culture and
art, architecture and the natural environment through the description and
exploration of significant landscapes and related societies and cultures. 4 lectures.
LA
170 Principles
of Design Communication (4)
Overview
of design communications for landscape architects incorporating the principles,
techniques, skills and tools used in design generation, exploration, review and
implementation. 4 laboratories. Prerequisite: LA 101;
concurrent: LA 202.
LA
201 Survey of
Landscape Architecture (2)
Survey of the profession of landscape architecture
from small space design to regional planning. Relationships between landscape
architecture and society and professionals in related fields. 2 lectures.
LA
202 Design
Fundamentals I (4)
Introduction to the principles, methods and elements
of two- and three-dimensional design in order to communicate intended concepts
and meanings. Exploration
of the basic design elements including composition, design process and the
creation of spatial settings. 4 laboratories.
Prerequisite: LA 101, LA 130; concurrent: LA 170.
LA
203 Design
Fundamentals II (4)
Continuation
of ideas introduced in LA 202 with the introduction of environmental and visual
perception, including three-dimensional site design and landscape architectural
design principles. Spatial design and sequencing of space
with concern for human behavioral, environmental and natural site factors and
generation of program, concept and design development. 4 laboratories. Prerequisite: LA 202, LA 170; concurrent: LA
220.
LA
204 Design
Fundamentals III (4)
Continuation
of ideas introduced in LA 202 and LA 203 with the introduction of the
principles of design theory, landscape ecology and technical applications.
Problems of increasing complexity incorporate critical and creative problem
solving, the relationship of aesthetics, response to human needs and design for
sustainable environments. 4 laboratories.
Prerequisite: LA 203, LA 220; concurrent: LA 241.
LA
213 Site and
Terrain Analysis (4)
Introduction
to various inventory and analysis methodologies, case study reviews, mapping
and overlay techniques, environmental ethics and an overall understanding of
the function and structure of the natural landscape. Visual assessment,
synthesis techniques and relating mapped analytical data with design program
analysis for use in site planning. 2 lectures, 2
laboratories. Enrollment limited to CRP and LA majors.
LA
220 Landscape
Ecology: Concepts, Issues and
Interrelationships (4)
Concepts,
theories and techniques related to landscape analysis, ecology, planning and
design with an emphasis on landscape assessment, sustainability, land health,
environmental protection and restoration, and natural resource management. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: LA 101, LA 202, LA 170, BOT 121; concurrent: LA 203.
LA
221
(Also listed as BOT 221)
Introduction
to the horticultural characteristics and landscape design potential of
LA
231 Landscape Architecture Construction (3)
Introduction
and application of formulas, principles, and criteria for grading and drainage.
Horizontal and vertical road alignment. Cut and fill calculations. Runoff
calculations. 3 laboratories. Concurrent: LA 252. Prerequisite: LA 114, BRAE
237, MATH 118/119.
LA
240 Additional Landscape Architecture
Laboratory (1–3)
Total
credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per quarter. 1–3
laboratories.
LA
241 Site Engineering Techniques and
Applications (4)
Introduction
and application of the techniques, methods, principles and criteria for site
engineering and landform design. Includes an introduction to soil science,
survey methods, and experiences in the principles, procedures and application
of site grading and drainage for landscape architecture. 4 laboratories.
Prerequisite: LA 220, MATH 118/119; concurrent: LA 204.
LA
242 Implementation Strategies (4)
Introduction
and application of the methods, principles and criteria for landscape
implementation. Encompasses fundamental design and technical decisions common
to landscape architectural design and construction projects including the
development of concept, design development and working drawings, and construction
management process. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: LA 204, LA 241;
concurrent: LA 243.
LA
243 Materials and Techniques of
Landscape Construction (4)
Introduction
to the properties, uses and inherent qualities of the fundamental materials of
landscape architectural concerns and associated construction techniques and
processes. Materials and techniques explored as a source of design ideas, form
and expression in landscape architecture. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite:
LA 204, LA 241; concurrent: LA 242.
LA
251 Fundamentals of Design and Planning
in Landscape Architecture (4)
Introduction
to the principles of environmental design including basic design elements and
composition. Exploration of landscape architectural design and planning
projects in various scaled environmental settings including site, neighborhood,
urban, regional. Contextual understanding of the relationships of natural and
cultural elements in the environment and the landscape architect's role in
environmental design. Basic principles of design, composition, design process
and the creation of spatial settings for human use. 4 laboratories.
Prerequisite: LA 110, LA 111, LA 114, or consent of instructor.
LA
252 Fundamentals of Site Planning and
Design (4)
Elements
of environmental and visual perception including three dimensional site
planning and design principles. Spatial design and sequencing of spaces with
concern for human behavior and social implications. Behavioral, environmental
and natural site factors for program, concept, and design development. Plant
characteristics, forms, and ecological conditions as related to landscape
architectural design. 4 laboratories. Prerequisite: LA 251.
LA
253 Applied Design and Planning
Fundamentals (5)
Focus
on the application of basic design fundamentals to the design of different
environments. Included will be development of the skills necessary for solving
of grading and drainage problems related to landform manipulation. 5
laboratories. Prerequisite: LA 252.
LA
310 Introduction to Computing in
Landscape Architecture (2)
Introduction
to computer software and hardware which is important to landscape architecture.
Current issues and applications which can be used in the profession. Laboratory
utilizes self-paced learning modules. Miscellaneous course fee required–see Class Schedule. 1 lecture, 1 laboratory.
Prerequisite: Computer literacy elective or consent of instructor.
LA
317 The World of Spatial Data and
Geographic Information Technology (4) GE
Area F
(Also listed as BIO/FNR/GEOG 317)
Basic
foundation for understanding the world through geographic information and the
tools available to utilize spatial data. Application of Geographic Information
Systems (GIS) and related technologies, including their scientific basis of
operation. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: A course in computer science,
completion of Area B, and junior standing.
LA
318 Applications in GIS (3) (Also listed
as FNR/GEOG 318)
ARC/INFO
and ArcView Geographic Information System (GIS)
computer software to explore environmental, natural resource, social and
economic issues using spatial data. Develop and apply data base and software
management competencies. 1 lecture, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: Junior
standing, computer literacy or consent of instructor.
LA
320 Design Theory for Landscape
Architects (4)
Complements
the material and knowledge presented in the history of landscape architecture,
architecture and art courses. Design theory and associated concepts as they are
related to landscape architecture. Literature research and analysis of
completed design projects. The artists/designers, materials and overall
expressions of work are related to the social and economic issues of the time
as well as their associations with the other arts and sciences. 4 lectures.
Prerequisite: LA 341, LA 342, or consent of instructor.
LA
321 Concepts in Environmental Decision
Making (3)
Investigation
of theoretical and attitudinal bases of environmentally concerned disciplines.
Ecology, perception, behavior and design studies as organizational principles
and theories in developing understanding of interface between built and natural
environments. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
LA
330 Cultural Landscapes: People, Places
and Ethical
Decisions (4)
Investigation
of the complexities and interrelatedness of culture, environment and ethical
decisions. Interpretation of personal and cultural values and ethics in terms
of decisions made and behaviors and actions expressed in the built landscape. 3
lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: LA 341, LA 342; concurrent: LA 320.
LA
341 History of Landscape Architecture
(4)
Historical
investigation of human activity and how it shaped environments. Consequences are
examined for entire continents or as isolated statements in individual gardens.
The metaphor of “garden” provides understanding for agrarian regions, urban
spaces, and vernacular landscapes of the world. 4 lectures. Prerequisite:
Consent of instructor.
LA
342 History of Twentieth Century
Landscape Architecture (4)
Philosophies
and ethics of important personalities in the environmental design disciplines
of the twentieth century. Design theories supporting these individuals’
projects and the nature of their practice, combined with the great influential
events in industry, the arts and sciences, politics, and society of this
century. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: At least one course in either architecture,
landscape architecture or planning history.
LA
349 Advanced Planting Design (3)
Advanced
examination of the theories and applied principles of planting design. Emphasis
on connections between art and science in the design of parks, gardens and
other landscapes. Case studies and field trips. 2 lectures, 1 activity.
Prerequisite: EHS 231, EHS
232 and EHS 381 or LA 221.
LA
351, 352 Design for Landscape Architects
I, II (5) (5)
Process
oriented site design with emphasis on identification of problems and
opportunities, creative problem solving, spatial design site analysis,
landform, plantform, builtform,
circulation, detail design and graphic communication. 5 laboratories.
Prerequisite for LA 351: LA 114, LA 253. For LA 352: LA 351.
LA
353 Design for Landscape Architects (6)
Completion
of a comprehensive design project with sufficient complexity to encompass many
fundamental design and technical decisions common to landscape architectural
design and construction projects. Concept, design development, and working
drawings will be prepared as a complete set. An emphasis on planting design,
installation and irrigation as related to design and composition. 6
laboratories. Prerequisite: LA 352.
LA
363 Recreation
and Open Space Planning and Design (3) (4)
Planning and design methods for meeting leisure
requirements. Issues of recreation
and society. Relationship of recreation and open spaces, assessment of needs
and supply of resources. 3 lectures,
1 activity. Prerequisite: Must have completed minimum of one
200-level course in planning, design or recreation and third-year standing or
consent of instructor. Change effective Spring 2007.
LA
370 Professional
Practice (4)
Issues
related to the practice of landscape architecture incorporating processes,
procedures and outcomes of professional practice. Topics include professional
ethics, business and legal aspects of the profession, relationships to the
client and society, personal goal setting, resume and portfolio preparation. 4
lectures. Prerequisite: LA 204.
LA
371 Internship (3) (CR/NC)
Involvement
in a work setting related to landscape architecture. Thirty hours work
experience per unit of credit. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite:
Third year standing in Landscape Architecture.
LA
400 Special Problems for Advanced
Undergraduates (1–3)
Individual
investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems. Total credit
limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per quarter. Prerequisite:
Consent of instructor.
LA
401 Research Project (1) (CR/NC)
Research
methods in landscape architecture and proposal writing techniques. Students prepare
proposal and strategy for fifth year study in area of concentration. Credit/No
Credit grading only. 1 seminar. Prerequisite: LA 451 and LA 452.
LA
402 Design Theory and Exploration Focus
Studio (4)
Exploration
and application of design theory, exploratory design process and form
exploration to design and planning projects. Emphasis on incorporation of
inquiry techniques based on the synthesis of interdisciplinary frameworks of
art and design theory with historical and cultural issues. Total credit limited
to 12 units. 4 laboratories. Prerequisite: LA 204, LA 341, LA 342; prerequisite
or concurrent: LA 320; concurrent: Integrated Learning Course (ILC) of student’s option.
LA
403 Natural Environments Design Focus
Studio (4)
Assessment,
exploration and integration of landscape ecology, sustainability and
environmental planning to design and planning projects. Emphasis on
interpretation and application of environmental and ecological issues at a
range of design scales. Total credit limited to 12 units. 4 laboratories.
Prerequisite: LA 204, LA 220, LA 341, LA 342; concurrent: Integrated Learning
Course (ILC) of student’s option.
LA
404 Cultural Environments Design Focus
Studio (4)
Assessment,
exploration and interpretation of cultural values, issues and landscapes to
design and planning projects. Emphasis on observation and inquiry of diverse
cultural settings, differences in cultural values and personal ethics in the
design process. Total credit limited to 12 units. 4 laboratories. Prerequisite:
LA 204, LA 341, LA 342; concurrent: Integrated Learning Course (ILC) of student’s option.
LA
405 Project Design and Implementation
Focus Studio (4)
Development,
exploration and integration of project design and implementation strategies to
design and planning projects. Emphasis on creative and exploratory problem
solving, spatial design, project resolution, and graphic communication. Total
credit limited to 12 units. 4 laboratories. Prerequisite: LA 204, LA 243, LA
242, LA 241; concurrent: Integrated Learning Course (ILC)
of student’s option.
LA
410 Information Systems in Landscape
Architecture (2)
GIS
applications using current software on advanced work stations. Basic GIS
concepts including topological data structures, relational database concepts, data
input techniques and issues and spatial analysis techniques. 1 lecture, 1
laboratory. Prerequisite: LA 451, LA/FNR 318 or
consent of instructor.
LA
411 Regional Landscape History (3)
Developmental
history of the landscape in the western region with specific focus on the Basin
and Range region and
LA
431 CAD and Digital Media Communications
(ILC) (4)
Integrated
Learning Course (ILC) to assist integration and
application of computer-aided drafting (CAD) skills in coursework, project
planning and design studio courses. Focus on CAD skills and integration of
digital media. Total credit limited to 12 units. 4 activities. Prerequisite: LA
170, LA 204; concurrent: Design Focus Studio of student’s option.
LA
432 Landscape Ecology Applications (ILC) (4)
Integrated
Learning Course (ILC) to assist integration and
application of landscape ecology principles in project planning and design
studio courses. Focus on understanding and developing a framework for
ecological planning and design to anticipate consequences of planning and
design decisions. Total credit limited to 12 units. 4 activities. Prerequisite:
LA 220, LA 221; concurrent: Design Focus Studio of student’s option.
LA
433 Cultural Environments (ILC) (4)
Integrated
Learning Course (ILC) to assist integration and
application of culture, environment and personal ethics in coursework, project
planning and design studio courses. Focus on skills, distinctions and
integration of analyzing the cultural landscape, understanding diverse cultural
values and assessing personal ethics. Total credit limited to 12 units. 4
activities. Prerequisite: LA 341, LA 320, LA 330; concurrent: Design Focus Studio
of student’s option.
LA
434 Project Design and Implementation (ILC) (4)
Integrated
Learning Course (ILC) to assist integration and
application of project design principles and implementation strategies in
project planning and design studio courses. Focus on skills, techniques and
decisions of the design, documentation and construction processes. Total credit
limited to 12 units. 4 activities. Prerequisite: LA 241, LA 242, LA 243;
concurrent: Design Focus Studio of student’s option.
LA
435 Professional Practice (ILC) (4)
Integrated
Learning Course (ILC) to assist integration and
application of professional practice principles and techniques in planning and
design studio and internship courses. Focus on achieving a high level of
professional quality, ethical concern, and legal responsibility in project
work. Total credit limited to 12 units. 4 activities. Prerequisite: LA 370;
concurrent: Design Focus Studio of student’s option.
LA
436 Traditional and Digital Media
Communications (ILC) (4)
Integrated
Learning Course (ILC) to assist integration and
application of graphic communication and presentation skills in coursework,
project planning and design studio courses. Focus on skills, distinctions and
integration of traditional and digital media explorations. Total credit limited
to 12 units. 4 activities. Prerequisite: LA 170, LA 202, LA 203, LA 204;
concurrent: Design Focus Studio of student’s option.
LA
437 3D Digital Design Communications (ILC) (4)
Integrated
Learning Course (ILC) to assist integration and
application of 3D digital graphic communication and presentation skills in
coursework, project planning and design studio courses. Focus on skills and
integration of three-dimensional digital media explorations. Total credit
limited to 12 units. 4 activities. Prerequisite: LA 170, LA 204; concurrent:
Design Focus Studio of student’s option.
LA
438 GIS Application to Design Projects (ILC) (4)
Integrated
Learning Course (ILC) to assist integration and
application of geographic information systems (GIS) and spatial information
into focus design studio courses. Total credit limited to 12 units. 4
activities. Prerequisite: LA 220; concurrent: Design Focus Studio of student’s
option.
LA
441 Professional Practice I (2)
Theoretical
and practical aspects of professional practice. Addressing professional, human,
and business skills. Practice diversity and inter-professional relationships.
Professionalism and ethics. Licensure, communication skills, office management
and marketing. Construction documentation. 2 lectures. Prerequisite: LA 351.
LA
442 Professional Practice II (2)
Practical
aspects of professional practice. Addressing methods of contracting
professional services. Project management procedures, office practice and
conditions. Goal setting, resume and portfolio preparation. Job procurement and
licensure requirements. 2 lectures. Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing, LA 441.
LA
451 Regional Landscape Assessment (6)
Emphasis
on regional landscape assessment and design techniques utilizing geographic
information systems (GIS) techniques. Land planning and design issues in
regional scale environments. 6 laboratories. Prerequisite: LA 353 or consent of
instructor.
LA
452 Urban Design Collaborative for
Landscape Architects (5)
Emphasis
in urban and community design issues related to landscape architecture; scales
of investigation and application; community involvement techniques. 5
laboratories. Prerequisite: LA 353.
LA
454, LA 455, LA 456 Design for Landscape
Architects I, II, III
(4) (4) (4)
Advanced
design studio. Emphasis is on complex design problems and special environmental
situations or interdisciplinary work and involvement in current design issues.
At least one course in the series must be self-directed. 4 laboratories.
Prerequisite: Completion of fourth-year design sequence (LA 451, LA 452, LA
461).
LA
461 Senior Design Project Focus Studio
(4)
Comprehensive landscape
architectural design and research project showing professional level competency
in the integration of design theory, landscape architectural principles and
project resolution. Emphasis on creative resolutions, organization and
communication skills and technical abilities in program generation, design
process, design and research. Total credit limited to 8 units. 4 laboratories.
Prerequisite: Completion of Design Focus Sequence (20 units from LA 402-LA
405).
LA 464 Senior Seminar (1) (CR/NC)
Identification and
exploration of problems and opportunities in the environmental design field.
Intensive thinking, research and discussion of issues relating to local,
regional or global significance. To be taken each quarter during fifth year.
Credit/No Credit grading only. 1 seminar. Prerequisite: Fifth-year standing in
Landscape Architecture.
LA 470 Selected Advanced Topics (1–4)
Directed group study of
selected topics for advanced students. Open to undergraduate and graduate
students. Class Schedule will list
topic selected. Total credit limited to 8 units. 1–4 lectures. Prerequisite:
Consent of instructor.
LA 471 Selected Advanced Laboratory (1–4)
Directed group laboratory
study of selected topics for advanced students. Open to undergraduate and
graduate students. Class Schedule
will list topic selected. Total credit limited to 8 units. 1–4 laboratories.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
LA 481 Visual Resource Management Methods (3)
Investigation and
application of the major visual resource management methods relevant to
landscape architecture. Theoretical basis for visual resource assessment, the
different assessment techniques, and the process of translating assessment
results into visual resource management techniques. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory.
Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing or graduate standing, or consent of
instructor.
LA 482 Evaluating Social and Behavioral Factors for
Open Space Design (3)
User oriented approach to
open space design. Interview and survey techniques, behavioral trace mapping
and systematic observation, post occupancy evaluation and similar methods are
used to generate user input and feedback in the design process. Understanding
the behavioral
implications of designed
environments. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Fourth-year or graduate
standing or consent of instructor.
LA 483 Special Studies in Landscape Architecture
(1–12)
Special issues and problems
through research, field trips, seminars and other forms of investigation and
involvement. Course requirements are determined prior to each individual
project through a contractual agreement between students and department. Departmental
Off Campus Study Program guidelines apply. Total credit limited to 36 units.
1–12 activities. Prerequisite: Fourth- or fifth-year standing, or consent of
instructor.
LA 485 Cooperative Education Experience (6) (CR/NC)
Part-time work experience
in business, industry, government, and other areas of student career interest.
Positions are paid and usually require relocation and registration in course
for two consecutive quarters. Formal report and evaluation by work supervisor
required. Total credit limited to 16 units. Credit/No Credit grading only.
Prerequisite: Junior standing and consent of instructor.
LA 495 Cooperative Education Experience (12) (CR/NC)
Full-time work experience
in business, industry, government, and other areas of student career interest.
Positions are paid and usually require relocation and registration in course
for two consecutive quarters. Formal report and evaluation by work supervisor
required. Total credit limited to 16 units. Credit/No Credit grading only.
Prerequisite: Junior standing and consent of instructor.
LA 551 Regional Landscape Assessment I (4)
Definition, research and
filing of data covering the biological, cultural and physical resources of a
specific region. Concepts of regionalism, land planning, reclamation and
preservation are integral to the course. Utilization of mainframe and
microcomputer facilities and software. 4 laboratories. Prerequisite: Graduate
standing or consent of instructor.
LA 552 Regional Landscape Assessment II (4)
Application of data manipulation
techniques in order to model both impacts on natural systems and land
development potentials. Use of planning strategies to predict outcomes
resulting from the land use decision process. Utilization of mainframe and
microcomputer facilities and software. 4 laboratories. Prerequisite: LA 551 and
graduate standing.
LA 585 Cooperative Education Experience (6) (CR/NC)
Advanced study analysis and
part-time work experience in student's career field; current innovations,
practices, and problems in administration, supervision, and organization of
business, industry, and government. Must have demonstrated ability to do
independent work and research in career field. Total credit limited to 9 units.
Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of
instructor.
LA 595 Cooperative Education Experience (12) (CR/NC)
Advanced study analysis and
full-time work experience in student's career field; current innovations, practices,
and problems in administration, supervision, and organization of business,
industry, and government. Must have demonstrated ability to do independent work
and research in career field. Total credit limited to 9 units. Credit/No Credit
grading only. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of instructor.
LA 585 Cooperative Education Experience (6) (CR/NC)
Advanced study analysis and
part-time work experience in student's career field; current innovations,
practices, and problems in administration, supervision, and organization of
business, industry, and government. Must have demonstrated ability to do
independent work and research in career field. Total credit limited to 9 units.
Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of
instructor.
LA 595 Cooperative Education Experience (12) (CR/NC)
Advanced study analysis and
full-time work experience in student's career field; current innovations,
practices, and problems in administration, supervision, and organization of
business, industry, and government. Must have demonstrated ability to do
independent work and research in career field. Total credit limited to 9 units.
Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and consent of
instructor.