HORT 403 - Planting Design

Institution:

SUNY Morrisville (formerly Morrisville State College)

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Description:

This course addresses the theory and practices of the landscape planting design process. Topics will be covered in lectures using textbook readings, Power Point presentations, and class discussions. The lab component is designed as a sequence of both studio and outdoor projects which will involve the student in applying the knowledge gained from the lectures and readings. The projects vary in type and scale to cover client relationships, site study, aesthetic, functional, and ecological plant uses, plant selection criteria, design process and vocabulary, design principles & elements, design graphic tools & techniques, planting plan drawings and models. A basic understanding of design, drafting and ornamental horticulture is needed to complete the assignments for the class. A semester-long sketchbook assignment and a design portfolio documenting student's projects and creative process are required. Prerequisites: HORT 101, 103, or permission of instructor 4 credits (2 lecture hours, 4 lab hours/week), fall semester

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.morrisville.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 684-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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