SCS | Think Again Spring 2010 Schedule of Classes

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Landscape Design

Construction Methods and Materials
Landscape Design Certificate
One of two construction courses offered in this certificate program. This course is structured to help students develop an understanding of commonly used landscape construction materials as well as introduce them to construction methods. Learn how to incorporate design elements such as patios, fences and walkways into the landscape. In this course, students are required to present complex landscape projects to scale.
Prerequisite: Site Analysis

Dates: Wednesday, Apr 7-May 26
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
CRN: LAN210.15 | Fee: $379
Status: Scheduled
Instructor: Warren Whitworth
Warren Whitworth
B.S.

Introduction to Design
Landscape Design Certificate
Begin to create a vocabulary to describe and critique your designs and the work of other classmates. Develop an understanding of design tools available to the landscape designer through analysis of existing landscapes; explore design through media other than the landscape; and complete an introduction to study models, research techniques and writing. You will be expected to participate in group projects and review sessions.
Prerequisite: Landscape Graphics

Dates: Monday, Jan 18-Mar 8
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
CRN: LAN210.06 | Fee: $379
Status: Scheduled
Instructor: Greg Allen
Greg Allen
Instructor, Office of Community and Professional Education, University of Richmond School of Continuing Studies

Introduction to Plants
Landscape Design Certificate
An intensive survey course in plant science. You will receive a basic introduction and understanding of plant ecology, nomenclature, physiology, morphology and pathology. Learn the common groups of plants with a general focus on the structure and function of higher vascular plants. This course is suitable for anyone who has no previous experience or who has a limited background in horticulture or design work.
Note: Prerequisite for Woody Plants Core

Dates: Wednesday, Jan 20-Mar 10
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
CRN: LAN210.03 | Fee: $379
Status: Scheduled
Instructor: Sheila Hayden
Sheila Hayden
M.S.

Dates: Wednesday, Apr 14-Jun 2
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
CRN: LAN210.04 | Fee: $379
Status: Scheduled
Instructor: Sheila Hayden
Sheila Hayden
M.S.

Landscape Graphics
Landscape Design Certificate
This is an introductory studio course where you will learn to use drafting equipment and develop graphic and sketching skills. Coursework includes landscape plans, section, elevation and axonometric drawings, and an introduction in the use of color media.

Dates: Tuesday, Feb 2-Mar 23
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
CRN: LAN210.13 | Fee: $379
Status: Scheduled
Instructor: Andy Sisson
Andy Sisson
B.A., CLA

Dates: Tuesday, Apr 20-Jun 8
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
CRN: LAN210.14 | Fee: $379
Status: Scheduled
Instructor: Andy Sisson
Andy Sisson
B.A., CLA

Organic Vegetable Gardening Workshop
Landscape Design Certificate
Explore the basics of organic vegetable gardening from local organic farmer Amy Hicks. Learn about organic soil amendments and organic pest control. Discover unique heirloom and standard hybrid vegetable varieties for your garden which perform well in our area. Class will cover planting practices, harvesting and additional organic vegetable practices. This class is designed for the homeowner wanting to learn about organic vegetable gardening and Landscape professionals that would like to learn more about organic vegetable gardening.

Date: Thursday, Mar 18
Time: 5:30 PM-7:30 PM
CRN: LAN210.16 | Fee: $25
Status: Scheduled
Instructor(s): Staff
Andy Sisson
B.A., CLA

Site Analysis
Landscape Design Certificate
Designed to train you how to investigate natural and cultural data of a design site. Learn to inventory and record existing site conditions, including slope, soil, microclimate and context. Studio and site work includes base plans, sections and site analysis. Two Saturday or Sunday field exercises are mandatory.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Design

Dates: Monday, Mar 22-May 10
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
CRN: LAN210.05 | Fee: $379
Status: Scheduled
Instructor: Steve Koprowski

Instructor, University of Richmond School of Continuing Studies

Site Design I
Landscape Design Certificate
This is the first studio design course in the final year of the design program. Focus is on analyzing the requirements of the program and the site to develop designs. Learn how to respond to both client needs and environmental context through lectures, site visits and design projects. This course provides a continuation of the development of graphic techniques.
Prerequisite: History of Garden Design, Construction Methods and Materials and Site Engineering

Dates: Wednesday, Jan 20-Mar 10
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
CRN: LAN210.01 | Fee: $379
Status: Scheduled
Instructor: Steve Prusik
Steve Prusik
M.L.A

Site Design II
Landscape Design Certificate
This course is a continuation of Site Design I. Students are expected to further develop visual communication skills learned in the prior course. Participation in graphics demonstrations and exercises, individual critiques, and group discussions of projects is required.
Prerequisite: Site Design I

Dates: Wednesday, Mar 24-May 12
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
CRN: LAN210.02 | Fee: $379
Status: Scheduled
Instructor: Tony Oates
Tony Oates
A.S.L.A.

Site Engineering
Woody Landscape Certificate
A construction course that provides you with an introduction to the principles of basic site engineering with an emphasis on skills in grading. You will be expected to devise solutions to small-scale problems by applying your understanding of environmental factors. Studio and take-home exercises assigned by the instructor will be critiqued in class.
Prerequisite: Site Analysis and Construction Methods and Materials

Dates: Wednesday, Jan 20-Mar 10
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
CRN: LAN.210.12 | Fee: $379
Status: Scheduled
Instructor: Mitch Mitchell
Mitch Mitchell
B.S.

Woody Plants for Early Spring
Woody Landscape Certificate
Learn identification characteristics and design applications of approximately 60 trees, shrubs, vines, and flowering plants through lectures and field study. Instructor focuses on aesthetic, functional, and cultural aspects of each plant. This Early Spring Class will concentrate on Woody Plant materials that have strong architectural interest, interesting bark characteristics and spring blooms. This class will include a topic lecture on the importance of soils. The instructor will provide the course schedule at the first meeting. There will be an optional walking lecture at Norfolk Botanical Gardens to discuss and study their extensive Holly collection.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Plants

Dates: Monday, Mar 15-Apr 26
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
CRN: LAN210.08 | Fee: $349
Status: Scheduled
Instructor: Sheila Hayden
Sheila Hayden
M.S.

Dates: Tuesday, Mar 16-Apr 27
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
CRN: LAN210.09 | Fee: $349
Status: Scheduled
Instructor: John Wise
John Wise
Instructor, Office of Community and Professional Education, University of Richmond School of Continuing Studies

Woody Plants for Late Spring
Woody Landscape Certificate
Students learn identification characteristics and design applications of approximately 60 seasonal trees, shrubs, vines and flowering plants through lectures and field study. The instructor focuses on the aesthetic, functional and cultural aspects of each plant. Special focus will be given to Viburnums and other flowering Spring shrubs. Information presented in each course adds to the ongoing education of planting design, ecology, pests and diseases, and maintenance. Specific topics are discussed as they relate to the season. This course will include a field lecture on choosing and purchasing seasonal plants from a nursery. In this field lecture, students and the instructor will meet at a local nursery to discuss buying standards of nursery stock.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Plants

Dates: Monday, May 17-Jun 28
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
CRN: LAN210.10 | Fee: $349
Status: Scheduled
Instructor: Sheila Hayden
Sheila Hayden
M.S.

Dates: Tuesday, May 18-Jun 29
Time: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
CRN: LAN210.11 | Fee: $349
Status: Scheduled
Instructor: John Wise
John Wise
Instructor, Office of Community and Professional Education, University of Richmond School of Continuing Studies

Think Again - Spring 2010

Landscape Design