This course is comprised of both lecture classes and design problems. The lecture material should cover: an introduction to
landscape architecture as a discipline; theoretical views of landscape architecture; review of selected historical markers; review of
renowned landscape architects; survey of landscaping plants focusing on plants of the region; plant as a design material; and
principles of space design. Within the design studio, students should design 2-3 projects ranging in size and functions in order to
acquire fundamental training and experience in landscape and plant design.