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Landscape Architecture
www.public.iastate.edu/~land_arch
J. Timothy Keller, Chair of Department
Professors: Anderson, Hightshoe, Keller
Distinguished Professors (Emeritus): Dyas
Professors (Emeritus): Boon, Harvey, Lane
Associate Professors: Badenhope, Chidister, Engler, Grundmann, Martin
Associate Professors (Collaborators): Patchett
Assistant Professors: Hohmann, Kyber, Langhorst, J. Miller, Wagner
Assistant Professors (Adjunct): Kane, M. Miller, Pritchard
Undergraduate Study
The profession of landscape architecture is concerned with the quality
of land use. It involves analysis of environmental factors and human
needs which leads to recommendations for the planning, design, management,
conservation, and/or development of landscapes. The profession involves
itself in a broad range of landscapes in urban, suburban, rural,
and wilderness settings. The scale of such projects varies from
broad regional landscape analysis and planning to detailed design.
Graduates are able to begin to apply creative and technical skills
and scientific, cultural and political knowledge in the planned
arrangement of natural and constructed elements on the land with
a concern for the stewardship and conservation of natural, constructed,
and human resources. The resulting environments shall serve useful,
aesthetic, safe, and enjoyable purposes. Graduates are able to communicate
clearly and work effectively with others on complex land design
and planning problems. They understand the ethical, social, and
environmental dimensions of issues involving changes in the landscape.
The purchase or lease of a laptop/notebook computer and appropriate
software is recommended for students entering the professional program,
and highly recommended for students in the second year of the professional
program. Contact the Department or see the College of Design website
for hardware and software specifications.
To enhance the study of landscape architecture in off-campus settings,
the department recommends that each student participate in an approved
study abroad program. In addition, the department recommends that
each student participate in professional internship opportunities
available through the department, National Student Exchange programs
through other campuses, or both. Additional information is available
in the departmental office.
The curriculum is accredited by the American Society of Landscape
Architects and provides the education which, combined with experience,
is necessary for professional registration.
The curriculum is composed of a one-year preprofessional program
and a four-year professional program. Admission into the professional
program depends upon available resources and is subject to the approval
of a faculty committee at the completion of the preprofessional
program. Scholastic performance, aptitude, and personal development
are the qualifications considered. The department also cooperates
in the undergraduate minor in design studies.
For undergraduate curriculum in landscape architecture leading to
the degree bachelor of landscape architecture, see College of Design,
Curricula.
Graduate Study
The department offers opportunities for post-professional study
leading to the degree master of landscape architecture. Minor work
is offered to students taking major work in other departments.
The M.L.A. degree is granted upon completion of 36 credits and the
acceptance of a thesis or creative component. Typically, the program
will require four semesters of study for students with a bachelor's
degree in landscape architecture. Students with a bachelor's degree
in landscape architecture may also enter a special program to earn
both the M.L.A. and the master of community and regional planning
(M.C.R.P.) degrees in three years. Graduate students who do not
possess a bachelor's degree in landscape architecture may complete
additional coursework in the fundamental skill areas of the profession.
This is accomplished by concurrent enrollment in the undergraduate
program to earn the B.L.A. degree before fully engaging in graduate
study. The time necessary to earn the B.L.A. in addition to the
M.L.A. will vary according to the student's background upon admission.
Students interested in the concurrent B.L.A./M.L.A. and double degree
M.L.A./M.C.R.P. programs should contact the department to receive
a detailed description of requirements.
Graduates have a broad understanding of landscape architecture and
related disciplines. They are able to communicate effectively with
colleagues in the sciences and/or humanities as well as in the allied
professions. Graduates are prepared to work individually and in
multidisciplinary teams to address complex problems dealing with
the physical environment. They are skilled at undertaking research
and/or creative activities and communicating the results of these
efforts in a concise and persuasive manner.
Courses open for nonmajor graduate credit: 302, 461I, 480I.
Courses Primarily for Undergraduate Students
L A 101. Landscape Architectural
Design and Visualization I. (1-9) Cr. 4. F. Prereq: Concurrent
enrollment in L A 141 recommended. Introduction to landscape
architectural visualization and interpretation. Landscape change
and precedence explored through analytic and expressive drawings,
photocopies, models and computers.
L A 102. Landscape Architectural Design and
Visualization II. (1-9) Cr. 4. S. Prereq: 101. Introduction
to landscape architectural design. Projects with an emphasis on
cultural expression, environmental ethics, and technical constituents
of the design process.
L A 103. Introduction to Graphic Communication
for Planners. (2-2) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: CRP major.
Introduction to graphic communication techniques. Basic skills to
review and evaluate site plans. Graphic formulation of land use
plans and land development and zoning ordinances. Focus on both
working and presentation graphics.
L A 141. Introduction to Landscape Architecture.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F. Overview of the profession, including: noteworthy
works, areas of practice, theories, philosophies, and approaches
of various landscape architects. Lectures, discussions, readings.
L A 201. Studio 1: Landscape Interpretation
and Representation. (1-15) Cr. 6. F. Prereq: Enrollment
in the professional program. Reading and representing the varied
midwestern landscape. Development of aesthetic sensitivity to the
geomorphology, vegetation and cultural influences on this landscape.
Small scale interventions and exploration of landscape phenomena
and change. Emphasis is on a variety of documentation and drawing
techniques.
L A 202. Studio 2: Site Planning and Design
I. (1-15) Cr. 6. S. Prereq: 201. Fundamental issues
of landscape planning and design at a site scale. Projects introduce
a variety of (objective and subjective) site inquiry methods, space
and place making, and sensitive integration of architecture and
landscape for specific landuses. User needs, precedent study, programming,
site engineering, planting design, and outdoor space design are
expressed through a variety of three-dimensional modeling, graphic,
and written media.
L A 221. Native Plants of the Midwest.
(2-3) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Enrollment in the professional program.
Observation and study of the wetland, prairie, and woodland
vegetation native to the midwest region. Emphasis on plant communities-
their distribution, structure, habitat and visual appearance. Plant
identification and use in landscape design. Precedent and case studies
of vegetation preservation-restoration and use in built works.
L A 241. Developing Identity as a Landscape
Architect. (1-0) Cr. 1. F. Prereq: Enrollment in the professional
program. Designed to accompany L A 201, 221, 272, 281. Development
of life skills such as conflict resolution skills, interpersonal,
communication, and CPR/First Aid. Examination of personal and others'
values, backgrounds, abilities, and attitudes and how these influence
personal decision-making and group interaction. Reading, discussion,
class activities, keeping a journal, writing.
L A 272. Cultural Landscape Studies.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Enrollment in the professional program.
Exploration of cultural landscapes, from broad settlement patterns
to individual sites, with an emphasis on the origins and evolution
of Midwestern landscapes. Investigation of the relationships between
vernacular and designed landscapes. Landscapes will be considered
as mode of cultural production that shape and are shaped by social,
political, and economic processes. Exploration of the landscape
as one of the most persistent, yet ephemeral, repositories of culture.
Lectures, reading, field studies, and writing.
L A 273. Landscape Architectural History:
Prehistory to 1800. (Same as Dsn S 273.) (3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Landscape design concepts as observed over time. Outstanding works
and significant personalities from pre-history through the 18th
century. Landscape design vocabulary and significant literature.
Social, economic, political, and technical forces contributing to
the development of landscape design styles. Lectures, readings,
abstracts, reports.
L A 274. The Social and Behavioral Landscape.
(Same as Dsn S 274.) (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Exploration of social and behavioral
factors pertinent to the design of the domestic, civic, and commercial
landscape. The course will focus on a working familiarity with design
principles as they relate to the behavior and activities of people
across a broad demographic and cultural spectrum and equip students
to apply these principles to the design of exterior environments.
Lectures and discussions, including group exercises and field trips.
L A 281. Investigating Landscape Form, Process,
and Detail. (1-6) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Enrollment in professional
program. Exploration of the poetics and principles of landscape
construction. Investigation and interpretation of landform and natural
processes such as hydrology, erosion, and sedimentation. Close observation
and representation of detail design, with an emphasis on material
types, their connections and weathering. Readings, field studies,
and drawings.
L A 301. Site Planning
and Design II. (1-15) Cr. 6. F. Prereq: 202. Continuation
of exploration of landscape planning and design at a site scale.
Students explore greater levels of design and progam complexity
and sophistication, with focue on multiple uses and the refinement
of detail elements integrated into site-scale design proposals.
L A 302. Regional Landscape Design.
(1-15) Cr. 6. S. Prereq: 301 or permission of instructor.
Cultural and natural influences on regional design. Regional patterns,
theories, processes, forms, and materials as landscape design influences.
Application of ecological concepts and regional design concepts,
methods, tools, and data in mitigation design. Use of geographic
information systems to model regional processes and communicate
regional patterns. Nonmajor graduate credit.
L A 303. Landscape Design Studio.
(0-12) Cr. 4 each time taken, maximum of 8. SS. Prereq: Enrollment
in the professional program and permission of advisor. Development
of solutions for landscape architectural problems at intermediate
and advanced levels of design. A maximum of 8 credits may be applied
towards graduation.
L A 309. Field Travel. Cr. 1 to 2
each time taken. F.S.SS. Prereq: Enrollment in the professional
program and permission of advisor. Observation of professional
practice and landscapes in urban, rural, and wilderness areas. Offered
on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.
L A 321. Introduced Plants of the Midwest.
(2-3) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: 221. Observation and study of exotic
plants and horticultural varieties introduced to and cultivated
in the midwest region. Emphasis on functional and aesthetic uses
and cultural requirements of plants used in landscape design. Preparation
of planting plans and plant list for small scale garden design.
L A 322. Fundamentals of Planting Design.
(1-9) Cr. 4. S. Prereq: 221. Concurrent enrollment with L
A 321 recommended. The art of creating plant compositions in the
landscape. Emphasis on compositions using form, color, texture,
and space-making qualities of plants. The science of creating plant
assemblages that are adapted to the regional and site influences
of climate, soils, aspect, drainage and geomorphology of places.
Technologies of preparing design projects, planting plans, use of
plant selection software, plant lists, and cost estimates. Community
design projects of large and small scale, lectures, oral and written
reports and field trips.
L A 341. Contemporary Landscape Architecture.
(1-0) Cr. 1. S. Exploration of contemporary landscape architecture
practice through individualized research into practicing firms.
Preparation of paper and presentation outlining broad framework
and specific parameters of a selected area of contemporary practice
using specific projects as examples. Work may result in invitation
of current practitioner(s) as a lecture series or event.
L A 371. Landscape Architectural History:
1800 to Present. (Same as Dsn S 371.) (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Landscape
design concepts as observed over time. Outstanding works and significant
personalities from 1800 to the present. Landscape design vocabulary
and significant literature. Social, economic, political, and technical
forces contributing to the development of landscape design styles.
Lectures, readings, abstracts, reports.
L A 381. Shaping the Land. (1-3) Cr.
2. S. Prereq: 281. Introductory surface drainage, grading
and modeling, manipulation of land forms and its implications on
the surrounding environment. Road alignment and control, parking
layout, earthwork, and preliminary development of construction documents.
L A 401. Community Landscape
Design. (1-15) Cr. 6. F. Prereq: 402. Design of large
urban and rural areas with emphasis on outreach, regional landscape
analysis, resource management, impact assessment, public involvement,
and land use feasibility. Design for multiple use with a basis in
human ecology and landscape ecology. Planning methods and concepts
communicated through drawings, oral presentations, and written reports.
L A 402. Urban Landscape Design. (1-15)
Cr. 6. F. Prereq: 302. Comprehensive planning and design
for urban sites or for sites within urban contexts, often engaging
outreach projects in Iowa communities. Projects typically include
planning for a variety of integrated land uses, and cover the full
range of design scales from master planning to proposals for site
details. Emphasis on written and verbal as well as graphic communications.
Integrated seminar component will engage topical issues in community
design, precedent studies, town planning, and urban design principles.
L A 403. Senior Thesis Preparation Tutorial.
Cr. 2. F. Prereq: 402 and permission of instructor. Preparation
for senior thesis.
L A 404. Advanced Landscape Architectural
Design. (1-15) Cr. 6. S. Prereq: 401. Advanced forums
for the demonstration of sophistication in landscape architectural
design. Experimentation and innovation are encouraged.
L A 405. Senior Thesis. (0-15) Cr.
6. S. Prereq: 401, 402, 403 and permission of advisor, chair
and thesis advisor. Individual advanced forum for the demonstration
of sophistication in landscape architectural design. Experimentation
and innovation are expected.
L A 441. Professional Practice. (3-0)
Cr. 3. F. Prereq: 482. Exploration of professional practice
in the private, public, non-governmental organization and academic
setting. Develop office organization and management techniques,
proposal preparation, project budgeting and scheduling, project
management and construction observation.
L A 450. Landscape Architecture Professional
Internship or National Student Exchange Seminar. (1-0) Cr.
1. F.S.SS. Prereq: 301. Orientation to and preparation for
L A 451.
L A 451. Landscape Architecture Professional
Internship, Study Abroad, or National Student Exchange. Cr.
R. F.S.SS. Prereq: L A 450, DsnS 301, permission of advisor and
chair. Exploration of landscape architectural design, implementation
and history, and theory through professional work experience, out-of-region
national study experience or international study experience.
A. Professional Internship.
B. Study Abroad.
C. National Student Exchange.
L A 461I. Introduction to GIS. (Same
as Ia LL 461I.) See Iowa Lakeside Laboratory. Nonmajor graduate
credit.
L A 465. Landscape Change and Conservation.
(Dual-listed with 565, same as NREM 465.) (2-2) Cr. 3. F. Prereq:
L A 202. Exploration of issues in landscape ecology and conservation
biology relevant to landscape change, design, and planning. Examination
of foundational principles and their applications across a continuum
of land uses, from wilderness to urban areas.
L A 477. Landscape Architectural Theory.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: L A 371. Exploration of the major
theories of landscape architectural design and their relationships
to broader cultural and theoretical practices. Examination of key
texts and projects in landscape architecture, architecture, art,
and related fields. Emphasis will be placed on developing critical
ways of analyzing ideas. Lectures, readings, discussion, and writing.
L A 478. Topical Studies in Landscape Architecture.
(Dual-listed with 578; same as Dsn S 478.) (2-0 or 3-0) Cr.
2 or 3 each time taken. F.S.SS. Prereq: 371 or senior classification
or graduate standing.
A. Landscape Design
B. Planting Design
C. Construction
D. History/Theory/Criticism
E. Landscape Planning
F. Urban Design
G. Graphics
H. Honors
I. Interdisciplinary Studies
J. International Studies
K. Computer Applications
L. Ecological Design
L A 480I. Introduction to Environmental Planning.
(Same as Ia LL 480I.) See Iowa Lakeside Laboratory. Nonmajor graduate
credit.
L A 481. Landscape Construction. (1-3)
Cr. 2. F. Prereq: 381. Solving complex site construction
problems with an emphasis on the aesthetic and functional uses of
building materials. Characteristics and uses of construction materials.
Wood technology and structural theory, paving systems, retaining
walls, preliminary preparation of contract documents.
L A 482. Advanced Landscape Construction.
(1-3 to 1-15) Cr. 2. S. Prereq: 481. Advanced complex site
construction problems and detailing, water and irrigation systems,
mechanical and electrical systems, site lighting, project scheduling,
cost estimates, final contract document preparation, with drawings
and specifications.
L A 490. Independent Study. Cr. 1
to 4. F.S.SS. Prereq: Written approval of instructor and department
chair on required form. Investigation of a topic of special
interest to the student.
A. Landscape Design
B. Planting Design
C. Construction
D. History
E. Landscape Planning
F. Urban Design
G. Graphics
H. Honors
I. Interdisciplinary Studies
J. International Studies
K. Computer Applications
L. Ecological Design
Courses Primarily for Graduate Students,
Open to Qualified Undergraduate Students
L A 501. Advanced Landscape Architectural
Theory. Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Admission to graduate program
or permission of instructor. Discussion of landscape design
theories. Evaluation of how the landscape is perceived; how that
perception is formed, filtered, and focused.
L A 509. Mining Reclamation and Mitigation.
(3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered 2005. Prereq: Admission
to graduate program or permission of instructor. Historical
and cultural attitudes toward mining and reclamation, environmental
impacts of mining, mining and reclamation planning, pre-and post-mining
inventories, and legal requirements for mining and reclamation.
L A 541. Principles of Research for Landscape
Architects. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Admission to graduate
programs or permission of instructor. Examination of research
methods appropriate to landscape architectural projects, including
bibliographical, historical, numerical, statistical, survey, and
geographical methods. Readings, discussions, and application problems.
Preparation of a research proposal.
L A 562. Studio in Resource Conservation
and Management. (1-3 to 1-15) Cr. 2- 6 each time taken, maximum
of 6 credits applied to degree program. S. Prereq: Admission
to graduate program or permission of instructor. Developing
plans and policies that feature ecological landscape description,
planning, and resource conservation. Hands-on field experience with
professional resource planners and managers.
L A 565. Landscape Change and Conservation.
(Dual-listed with 465, same as NREM 565.) (2-2) Cr. 3. F. Prereq:
L A 202. Exploration of issues in landscape ecology and conservation
biology relevant to landscape change, design, and planning. Examination
of foundational principles and their applications across a continuum
of land uses, from wilderness to urban areas.
L A 567. Advanced GIS Landscape Modeling.
(0-4) Cr. 2. Prereq: L A 302 or C R P 451/551. Application
of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) modeling techniques to landscape
planning and management issues. Selection, acquisition, and conversion
of digital landscape data. Modeling applications for studio projects,
outreach projects, and research projects.
L A 572. Landscape Architectural History
and Preservation. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Admission to
graduate program or permission of instructor. Research methods
applied to the preservation and restoration of the historic landscape.
Outstanding landscape architectural works of the 18th, 19th, and
20th centuries will be used to familiarize students with methods
of archaeological and documentary research, technical problems of
restoration and conservation, and curatorial problems of interpretation
and maintenance. Lectures, readings, abstracts, reports.
L A 578. Topical Studies in Landscape Architecture.
(Dual-listed with 478; same as Dsn S 578.) (2-0 or 3-0) Cr. 2 or
3 each time taken. F.S.SS. Prereq: Senior classification or graduate
standing.
A. Landscape Design
B. Planting Design
C. Construction
D. History/Theory/Criticism
E. Landscape Planning
F. Urban Design
G. Graphics
H. Honors
I. Interdisciplinary Studies
J. International Studies
K. Computer Applications
L. Ecological Design
L A 580. Thesis, Creative Component Tutorial.
Cr. 1 to 4 each time taken, maximum of 4 credits applied to degree
program. F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of major professor. Hands-on
participation in a creative or research activity in the student's
area of specialization. Development of a detailed prospectus that
defines the thesis or creative component.
L A 582. Research Colloquium. (1-0)
Cr. 1. F. Prereq: Admission to graduate program or permission
of instructor. Examination and discussion of professional practice,
research in landscape architecture, and environmental planning through
research and projects by faculty in landscape architecture and related
fields.
L A 590. Special Topics. Cr. 1 to
4. F.S.SS. Prereq: Written approval of instructor and department
chair on required form.
A. Landscape Design
B. Planting Design
C. Construction
D. History
E. Landscape Planning
F. Urban Design
G. Graphics
H. Honors
I. Interdisciplinary Studies
J. International Studies
K. Computer Applications
L. Ecological Design
L A 591. Environmental Law. (Same
as C R P 591.) See Community and Regional Planning.
L A 599. Creative Component. Cr. var.
F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of major professor. Comprehensive
study and original development of a project selected by the student
and approved by the department. Completed project must be submitted
to and approved by a graduate faculty committee as evidence of mastery
of the principles of landscape architecture.
Course for Graduate Students, major or minor
L A 699. Thesis Research. Cr. var.
F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of professor.
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