LARC 110 DRAWING AND SURVEYING

This introductory course gives students a working knowledge of surveying and drafting techniques as they relate to site development. Information covered includes: measuring techniques; use of a transit; recording field notes; development of plans from field work; plan drafting and lettering; and reading topographic relief and other basic site plan graphics. (Fee)

Prerequisites: None

(3: 2, 3) Fall and spring (when demand warrants)

LARC 120 LANDSCAPE GRAPHICS

This course introduces students to the basic program analysis and design principles to institute the problem-solving process as it relates to site development in residential landscapes, public facilities, etc. In addition, lectures and labs focus on standard graphic techniques used to prepare analysis, design, and presentation drawings that are vital in communicating design intent to a client or to the general public. Students are introduced to color rendering techniques, which are typical of landscape plans, using marker and pencils.

Prerequisite: None, but LARC 110 is highly recommended

(2: 1, 2) Spring