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LD ARCH 130
INTRODUCTION TO LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
STRYKER

(3) Three hours of lecture per week. Survey of landscape architecture as it has evolved as an expression of people, time and place, including the garden, parks, and public open spaces. Land use planning and environmental protection. Discussion of design process and planning methods, materials, and techniques of professional practice.

Extended Course Description

The course is an introduction to the theory and practice of landscape architecture. It includes history as well as social, environmental and political issues surrounding the design and use of outdoor spaces both public and private. We will examine how designed outdoor space responds to, affects and reflects the human condition in various cultures and geographical settings. The course will stress motives and values expressed through environmental architecture at various scales - from small private gardens to urban environments - and regional and global issues affecting landscape design decisions. Readings from significant figures in environmental design, planning and theory will be included. Slides and films will augment class lectures. A field trip to San Francisco to critique designed spaces will be required. Guest lecturers from the LAEP faculty and the professional design community will compliment the course.

Texts
J. McPhee, Encounters with the Archdruid (paperback avail. on Amazon, etc.)
Reader
Various additional articles will be provided during class meetings.

Requirements
Attendance: After three absences there is a serious problem. Beyond three, see me immediately.
Participation: Questions, comments during class plus at least one visit to my office to discuss topic for term paper; field trip. Minimum of one office visit to me or the course GSI during office hours, by appointment.
Grades: Grade will be based on a term paper of 10-12 pages; Mid-term and Final Exam; attendance and participation in class and field trip.