Course Descriptions
LARC 1003 Design Documents and CADD
CREDIT HOURS: 3
A hands-on introduction to the standards and techniques used to create technical drawings for landscape architecture. Learn about design communication, drafting conventions, drawings standards and drawing management through practical assignments. Gain competence using AutoCAD computer aided design (CAD) software through extensive practice. Students are prepared to learn more advanced tools used for 2D and 3D representation, build their portfolio of work and gain valuable employment skills.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 2
EXCLUSIONS:
LARC 2000
LARC 1004 Visual Communications I
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Visual communication is the effective communication and presentation of design ideas using modelling and graphic design techniques. Students taking this course will learn analog and digital methods of communications to articulate a simple design proposal using various forms of visual representation. The course introduces non-drafting computer programs to capture and manipulate images, and to format plans and other drawings commonly used in landscape architecture practice.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 1.5
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 1.5
RESTRICTIONS: Diploma in Landscape Horticulture or Bachelor of Landscape Architecture students only.
EXCLUSIONS:
LARC 3001
LARC 1010 Studio I: Introduction to Design
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Design is a skill that can be developed through observation, study and practice. Expand your creative ability by learning about the building blocks of landscape design. Explore the elements and principles of design used to create landscapes. Use design processes and design communication techniques in practical assignments. Discover a diverse range of designed landscapes and the people who created them. Design landscapes with purpose and appeal. Become a more sensitive observer of the landscapes you experience.
FORMAT: Studio
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 6
RESTRICTIONS: Diploma in Landscape Horticulture and Bachelor of Landscape Architecture students only.
EXCLUSIONS:
HORT 2013
LARC 1020 Studio II: Site Design
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course is an introductory course in landscape site design. It explores the relationships among architecture, outdoor space, plants, materials and landscape.
LARC 1020 reinforces the site design process by linking steps of analysis, design, iteration, and synthesis. This studio involves a client and site. Emphasis is placed upon maximizing the usefulness of the site and designing it in an environmentally sound and sustainable manner. Grade changes, on-site storm water management, the use of plants, and the appropriate siting of landscape features are elaborated.
FORMAT: Studio
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 6
RESTRICTIONS: Diploma in Landscape Horticulture and Bachelor of Landscape Architecture students only.
EXCLUSIONS:
HORT 2008
LARC 2000 Landscape CAD I
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course is a comprehensive introduction to AutoCAD to produce 2D drawings. The course is delivered in a variety of modes, including theory, demonstrations and practical work. Participants gain hands on experience of AutoCAD through a series of practical exercises.
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 2
LARC 2001 Landscape History (H)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Learn about the historical development of outdoor spaces from their early beginnings to this century by studying the ways in which humans have modified the land. Associate designed landscapes with broad cultural and social change through lecture activities and term projects. Develop an understanding of the relationship between landscape architecture and allied arts and disciplines.
FORMAT: Online Delivery
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LARC 2002 Grading and Drainage
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Landscape architects sculpt the land to create attractive spaces that are convenient for human use and perform valued natural processes. Discover how buildings are located and the surrounding landscape can be shaped for accessibility, to manage stormwater runoff effectively, to facilitate landscape development and care, and to minimize disruption. Learn about site layout, grading and drainage and apply your know-how in a realistic design project. Communicate technical instructions with confidence and clarity and produce drawings for your design portfolio using AutoCAD computer-aided drafting (CAD) software. Topics covered include: site development standards and regulations; road alignment and site layout; site surveying, contours and grading; low-impact design and stormwater management; construction documentation and CAD.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 2
PREREQUISITES:
LARC 1003
LARC 2003 Engineering for Landscapes
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Explore the range of engineering concerns that impact site planning – geotechnical, marine, structural, civil, electrical, and transportation. Understand the issues and utilize applicable standards to design reliable solutions to common site conditions. Learn about innovative and low-impact design solutions and demonstrate your learning through short design exercises.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 2
RESTRICTIONS: Diploma in Landscape Horticulture and Bachelor of Landscape Architecture students only.
LARC 2004 Visual Communications II
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Learn to test and communicate your design proposals using freehand and digital techniques to model, render and animate your ideas. Learn to use 3D design and rendering software used by landscape architects. Build a portfolio of works that demonstrate your ability to envision and communicate design ideas effectively.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 2
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 1
RESTRICTIONS: Diploma in Landscape Horticulture or Bachelor of Landscape Architecture students only.
EXCLUSIONS:
LARC 3000
LARC 2010 Studio III: Design with Plants
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course is an introductory studio focusing on the use of plants in creating landscape form and structure, providing ecosystem services, and overall aesthetics. Students explore design principles which enforce spatial and visual composition. Particular attention is paid to suitability, regional character, and the use of native plants within the overall landscape ecology. The functional and aesthetic aspects of plants are explored in both historical and contemporary themes such as environmental improvement, ornamental, medicinal, agricultural, cultural, and other uses. Planting design issues such as urban forestry, turf grass, green roof & wall systems, and green infrastructure are introduced. Students will use a systematic approach to planting design, plant specification and quality control.
FORMAT: Studio
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 6
PREREQUISITES:
LARC 1010,
LARC 1020
RESTRICTIONS: Bachelor of Landscape Architecture and Diploma in Landscape Horticulture students only.
LARC 2020 Studio IV: Community and Urban Design
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Explore the interrelationship of individuals and communities with the environments they inhabit. Appreciate how the critical issues of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA) relate to design process and the design of spaces. Learn how design process and consultation techniques can effectively engage communities in design and decision-making processes. Discover the characteristics of built and natural environments that create opportunities for individuals to grow and find meaning in their surroundings. Consider how environments may contribute to the development of prosperous communities with strong social networks and unique identities. Apply strategies to make collaborative work more productive and enjoyable. This course will explore practical and contemporary theoretical approaches to the relationship between design and people.
FORMAT: Studio
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 6
PREREQUISITES:
LARC 1010,
LARC 1020
RESTRICTIONS: Bachelor of Landscape Architecture or Diploma in Landscape Horticulture students only.
LARC 3000 Landscape CAD II: Introduction to 3D
CREDIT HOURS: 3
The language of design and its translation into visual communication will be introduced and examined. In the course of exploring the constructed landscape, students will learn to transform experiences and observances, at site and city scales, into visual modes of representation. A series of weekly exercises will give students an opportunity to practice the techniques and cultivate relationships between observing, conceptualizing, constructing and communicating.
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 2
PREREQUISITES:
LARC 2000
LARC 3001 Landscape Presentation Techniques
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course will look at professional portfolio creation skills for both print and interactive media, in addition the use of topographic maps, air photographs and remote sensing imagery. The course also covers advanced techniques for modelling/materials/lighting and rendering using Vectorworks and Google Sketchup, as well as post-production concepts using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create high quality professional Architectural presentation media. Enrolment is limited to BTech LA students.
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 2
LARC 3002 Landscape Theory (H)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Discover contemporary theory and its application in landscape architecture. Examine theoretical discourse in landscape architecture; urban planning and urban design; urban, social, and cultural theory; ecological planning and design; environmental philosophy and environmental aesthetics; and design processes and sustainable development. Explore course material in a hybrid format, using pre-recorded lectures, videos, readings, and virtual discussions to engage with material and key concepts. Participants develop their critical analysis skills through weekly and term assignments.
FORMAT: Other (explain in comments)
FORMAT COMMENTS: HYBRID
LARC 4000 Construction and Detailing
CREDIT HOURS: 3
The public relies on landscape architects to create safe, functional and appealing landscapes. Construction detailing is the process of developing thorough designs for landscape components including pavements, structures and furnishings. In this course you will discover how to create durable, convenient, sustainable and attractive works. Investigate the engineering challenges, materials and construction processes involved and how they influence design. Learn about the legal and regulatory requirements affecting landscape structures. Create clear and reliable instructions for builders using CAD drawings and specifications.
FORMAT:
LECTURE HOURS PER WEEK: 3
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 2
PREREQUISITES:
LARC 1003, LARC 2003
LARC 4001 Landscape Architecture Studio I
CREDIT HOURS: 6
Studio projects involve analytical, critical, and creative thinking. While the scale and topic of studio projects varies from year to year, all studio projects involve a site and a program. Studios engage students in a design process involving drawing, model construction, digital media, researching, writing, oral presentations, and a critique of one's own and others' studio work. Studio courses are weighted at 6 credits. Enrolment is limited to BTech LA students.
FORMAT COMMENTS: Scheduled one day per week (6 hours)
PREREQUISITES:
HORT 2013,
HORT 2008,
ENGN 1001,
LARC 2000,
LARC 3000
LARC 4002 Landscape Architecture Studio II
CREDIT HOURS: 6
Studio projects involve analytical, critical, and creative thinking. While the scale and topic of studio projects varies from course to course, all studio projects involve a site and a program. Studio II emphasizes design implementation, materials and methods of construction, principles of stormwater management, construction specifications and graphic communication using computer applications. (Studio courses are weighted at 6 credits.) Enrolment is limited to BTech LA students.
FORMAT COMMENTS: Scheduled one day per week (6 hours)
PREREQUISITES:
HORT 2013,
HORT 2008,
ENGN 1001,
LARC 2000,
LARC 3000,
LARC 4001