Course Description
The purpose of this course is to: 1) develop a knowledge of the materials used in landscape construction; 2) develop an understanding of the selection criteria for common construction materials; 3) develop the ability to estimate the quantity of construction materials required for construction; 4) develop the ability to estimate the cost of landscape construction projects; 5) learn and practice basic construction techniques; and 6) learn and demonstrate appropriate safety practices.
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Select construction materials and features that complement the landscape.
- Select and use recommended construction techniques for various landscape features.
- Develop a cost estimation for labor, equipment, overhead, and profit to construct a landscape plan.
- Develop sequential steps for installing a landscape project.
- Follow safety practices ascribed to by industry.
- Make recommendations for installing and maintaining landscape plant materials.
- Identify and interpret landscape symbols on a plan.
- Develop an electronic spreadsheet for preparing a construction estimate.
- Prepare common contracts used in the landscape industry