PSLD 100 Landscape Graphics
Learn to use drafting equipment and develop graphic and sketching skills. Course work includes landscape plans, section, elevation, and axonometric drawing, and an introduction in the use of color media. Materials & equipment purchased for this class are used in all studio courses. Contact the Program Office or check the Landscape Design website for the materials to be purchased by the first class. Entry-level course.

PSLD 102 Introduction to Plants
A survey course in Plant Science, which introduces students to the common groups of plants, with a general focus on the structure and function of higher vascular plants. An entry-level course, this is a prerequisite for the Woody Plants series.

PSLD 201 Introduction to Design
Develop an understanding of design tools available to the landscape designer through analysis of existing landscapes, exploring design through media other than the landscape, and a final design project. Group projects, in-class reviews, and an introduction to study models, research techniques, and writing begin to create a vocabulary with which students can both describe and critique their designs and the work of others. Prerequisite: PSLD 100.

PSLD 202 Site Analysis
Learn to inventory and record existing site conditions including slope, soil, microclimate, and context. Studio work includes base plans, sections, and site program. Two Saturday or Sunday field exercises are required for this course. The dates are discussed at the first class. Prerequisite: PSLD 201.

PSLD 203 Site Engineering
Learn the principles and techniques of basic site engineering, including grading, drainage, earthwork, and the design of steps ramps, walls, and terraces. Prerequisite: PSLD 202.

PSLD 204 Construction Methods & Materials
Develop an understanding of commonly used landscape construction materials, including stone, concrete, masonry and wood. Learn to incorporate design elements such as decks, patios, fences and walkways into the landscape. Prerequisite: PSLD 203.

PSLD 210 Site Design I
Through lectures, site visits, and design projects, this studio design course focuses on analyzing the requirements of the program and the site to develop designs that respond both to client needs and environmental context. Continued development of graphic techniques. Prerequisite: PSLD 204.

PSLD 211 Site Design II
Continuation of Site Design I. Moving through a series of projects, this courses examines different issues in context, program and client requirements. Prerequisite: PSLD 210.

PSLD 214 Planting Design I
This studio course focuses on the use of plants as an important design element. Topics include plants in contemporary design, plant characteristics, cultural requirements, environmental factors, plant selection, the process of planting design, planting specifications, planting details, planting cost estimates, and continued development of graphic skills. Prerequisite: PSLD 211 and PSLD 220,222, 224, 226 and 228.

PSLD 215 Planting Design II
Continuation of Planting Design I. Prerequisite: PSLD 214.

PSLD 220 Landscape Plants for Early Fall
Identification characteristics, design applications and aesthetic, functional and cultural aspects of approximately 60 trees, shrubs, vines and flowering plants for each of the periods specified. Lectures and field study.

PSLD 222 Landscape Plants for Late Fall
Identification characteristics, design applications and aesthetic, functional and cultural aspects of approximately 60 trees, shrubs, vines and flowering plants for each of the periods specified. Lectures and field study.

PSLD 224 Landscape Plants for Early Spring
Identification characteristics, design applications and aesthetic, functional and cultural aspects of approximately 60 trees, shrubs, vines and flowering plants for each of the periods specified. Lectures and field study.

PSLD 226 Landscape Plants for Late Spring
Identification characteristics, design applications and aesthetic, functional and cultural aspects of approximately 60 trees, shrubs, vines and flowering plants for each of the periods specified. Lectures and field study.

PSLD 230 History of Landscape Design
Slide-illustrated lectures present the major traditions in landscape design history. Readings, in-class exercises, and out-of-class projects may be required. No prerequisites.