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Classes
LA 1410
Course Description
Introduction to the representation and design of landscapes and to working in a studio setting. Uses freehand drawing, measured drawing, digital tools and model making to understand design principles of ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Kennedy Hall 105
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Angell, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
LA 2010
Course Description
Studio course emphasizing the design process and principles involved in organizing and giving form to outdoor space to create site-specific design. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Kennedy Hall G22
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Aymer, V
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: Landscape Architecture majors. Course fee (drafting equipment, supplies, and other fees): approximately $200; Field trip fee: approximately $250.
LA 3010
Course Description
The studio engages students in the design process based on a site defined by significant cultural and natural conditions. The studio focuses on peripheral, yet complex sites of coastal cities, where the ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Kennedy Hall 465
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Hopewell, H
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
LA 3160
Course Description
This course exposes students to the fundamentals of site engineering and its relationship to best environmental practices. Lectures and short vignettes are provided to students and "worked-through" within ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: LA 6160
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Credits and Grading Basis
5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Kennedy Hall 466
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Aymer, V
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Kennedy Hall 466
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Aymer, V
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
LA 4010
Course Description
This studio focuses on the integration of theory and practice in landscape architecture at the urban scale. Urban design methods, morphology, and strategies are introduced and design and planning concepts ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Kennedy Hall 466
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Birkeland, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: LA 3010 with grade of C or better.
LA 4030
Course Description
Working with their advisor, students create a written and visual document that describes the concentration intent. view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: LA 6030
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M Academic Surge A 109
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Aymer, V
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
LA 4830
Course Description
Topical lecture series and seminars with a different subject and method each time it is offered. Students enrolled in the graduate version of the course (LA 5830) will submit written responses ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: LA 5830
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
LA 4910
Course Description
Focuses on the identification, uses, and establishment of woody plants in urban and garden settings. By understanding the environmental limitations to plant growth, students are able to critically assess ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: LA 5910
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Credits and Grading Basis
5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Kennedy Hall 466
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Vanucchi, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: Plant Science and Landscape Architecture majors or permission of instructor. Pre-registration is required.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Kennedy Hall 466
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Vanucchi, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
LA 4940
Course Description
Topical subjects in landscape architectural design, theory, history, or technology. Group study of topics not considered in other courses. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Section Topic
Topic: Trees and Toxics
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Kennedy Hall 465
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Taylor, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Section Topic
Topic: Indigenization in Landscape Architecture
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R Comstock Hall-Academic II B104
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Hopewell, H
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
LA 4960
Course Description
In this course, students participate in an experiential learning opportunity relevant to the student's focus of study or career goals in landscape architecture. A Landscape Architecture faculty member ... view course details
LA 4970
Course Description
Work on special topics by individuals or small groups. view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Hogue, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
LA 4980
Course Description
Designed to give qualified undergraduates experience through actual involvement in planning and teaching courses under the supervision of department faculty members. view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Hong, Z
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Hogue, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
LA 4990
Course Description
Permits outstanding undergraduates to carry out independent research in landscape architecture under academically appropriate faculty supervision. Research goals should include description, prediction, ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Cerra, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Directed Research
Students from all Colleges must submit a College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
LA 5010
Course Description
Introduction to landscape architectural design through a series of course modules that engage students in discovering, knowing and engaging the full potential of the landscape medium. In this process-oriented ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Kennedy Hall 465
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Vanucchi, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
LA 5050
Course Description
This course introduces students to landscape architectural representation and teaches conventions such as basic drafting and orthographic drawing (plan, section, axonometric) alongside freehand drawing, ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW Kennedy Hall 103
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Weber, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
LA 5090
Course Description
The MPS Research Design Studio provides MPS students in Landscape Architecture with foundational knowledge in design research theories, methods and tools through readings and discussion, research problem ... view course details
LA 5830
Course Description
Topical lecture series and seminars with a different subject and method each time it is offered. Students enrolled in the graduate version of the course (LA 5830) will submit written responses ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: LA 4830
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
LA 5910
Course Description
Focuses on the identification, uses, and establishment of woody plants in urban and garden settings. By understanding the environmental limitations to plant growth, students are able to critically assess ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: LA 4910
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Credits and Grading Basis
5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Kennedy Hall 466
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Vanucchi, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: Plant Science and Landscape Architecture majors or permission of instructor.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Kennedy Hall 466
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Vanucchi, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
LA 5960
Course Description
In this course, students participate in an experiential learning opportunity relevant to the student's focus of study or career goals in landscape architecture. A Landscape Architecture faculty member ... view course details
LA 5970
Course Description
Work on special topics by individuals or small groups. view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
LA 5980
Course Description
Designed to give qualified students experience through involvement in planning and teaching courses under the supervision of faculty members. The experience may include leading discussion sections, preparing, ... view course details
LA 6010
Course Description
This studio focuses upon urban, site-scaled projects that consider significant cultural landscapes. The course explores theories of urban design strategies, sustainable design, and landscape representation. ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Kennedy Hall 461
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Goula, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: graduate students or permission of instructor.
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Kennedy Hall 466
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Lau, G
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
LA 6030
Course Description
Working with their advisor, students create a written and visual paper that documents the concentration intent. view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: LA 4030
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M Academic Surge A 109
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Aymer, V
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
LA 6160
Course Description
This course exposes students to the fundamentals of site engineering and its relationship to best environmental practices. Lectures and short vignettes are provided to students and "worked-through" within ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: LA 3160
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Credits and Grading Basis
5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Kennedy Hall 466
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Aymer, V
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Kennedy Hall 466
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Aymer, V
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
LA 6900
Course Description
This course provides to students an introduction to research methods, especially those related to the field of Landscape Architecture and Urban Design. It builds on the theoretical foundations provided ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M Kennedy Hall 461
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Goula, M
- T Kennedy Hall 461
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Goula, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
LA 6910
Course Description
Introductory survey of the history and theory of planned human intervention in the material environment. Critical themes, sites, and conditions across time, space, and scale, from the paradise garden ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR Kennedy Hall 461
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Taylor, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
LA 6940
Course Description
Topical subjects in landscape architectural design, theory, history, or technology. Includes group study of topics not considered in other courses. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Section Topic
Topic: [ ] Landscape
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T Kennedy Hall 465
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Birkeland, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Section Topic
Topic: Trees and Toxics
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W Kennedy Hall 465
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Taylor, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Section Topic
Topic: Landscape Imaginaries
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T Kennedy Hall 465
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Lau, G
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
LA 7010
Course Description
This studio explores the application of urban design and landscape urbanism techniques to the problems and opportunities of contemporary city making. The studio investigates the social, cultural, natural, ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MWF Kennedy Hall 461
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Weber, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: graduate students.
LA 8900
Course Description
Independent research, under faculty guidance leading to the development of a comprehensive and defensible design or study related to the field of landscape architecture. Work is expected to be completed ... view course details