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Course: AG421 Landscape Design
Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12
Subject Area: Agri-Science
Type: Standard
Credits: 0.5
Course Information:
In this class students will be introduced to the elements of home and commercial landscaping. After learning basic techniques, students will make use of a CAD based design program used in the industry today. Students will also utilize digital cameras to take pictures of their home and develop a landscape plan. Students will gain knowledge of shrubs and trees commonly used in landscapes. Anyone interested in landscaping, drafting or designing their own landscape will benefit from this class.
Outcomes:
Apply principles of the landscape design process
Demonstrate landscape presentation graphics techniques
Establish requirements of the commercial inventory survey
Incorporate technology into the landscape design process
Examine specialty garden styles
Explore the use of water features in the landscape
Analyze hardscape options in the landscape
Identify plant materials for landscape installation
Calculate landscaping cost estimates