Fall 2016 Course Syllabi

Dakota College at Bottineau Course Syllabus

Course Prefix/Number/Title:

PLSC 175 Landscape Design I 2016

3 credits

Course Description:

Landscape Design I is an introduction to basic landscape design principles. Emphasis is placed on tool

and equipment identification and use, drawing and drafting skills, site evaluation and plant placement.

The principles and elements of design are covered in this course.

Course Objectives:

Students will:

Implement general principles of landscape graphics, proper usage of tools, graphic representation and

materials.

Utilize standard tools and materials to produce landscape graphics.

Understand general principles of landscape design such as; color, form, space, balance, focal point, and

rhythm.

Display proper use of plant materials.

Practice the proper use of hardscape materials and other non-plant materials.

Students must demonstrate good work habits such as class attendance and complete assignments on

time.

Instructor:

Diann Beckman

Office:

Molberg Rm 20

Office Hours:

By appointment

Phone:

701-228-5442

Email:

Diann.beckman@dakotacollege.edu

Lecture/Lab Schedule:

1:00 – 1:50 MW

Lab 8:00-9:50 T

Textbook(s):

Residential Landscape Architecture

Norman K. Booth and James E. Hiss

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