AGHL610

Module code

AGHL610

Module title

Landscape Design II

Prescription

To apply current landscape design theory for specialist landscape sites using case studies and applied design models.

Programmes

SC1301

NZQA Level

Level 6

NZQA Credits

15

Delivery method

Web-Supported

Learning hours

Directed hours: 75
Self directed hours: 75
Total learning hours: 150

Resources required

Learning Outcomes: On completion of this course the student will be able to:

1Describe the Resource Management Act (1991), its structure, purpose and key principles and explain the types of resource consents that must be applied for, their duties and restrictions.
2Use landscape assessment and evaluation techniques with relation to the RMA.
3Demonstrate a wide range of design solving process's applied to specific land use categories using principles of sustainability in landscape design.
4Describe and apply ecological principles to landscape design.
5Describe the Resource Management Act (1991), its structure, purpose and key principles
6Explore Under the RMA, explain the types of resource consents that must be applied for, their duties and restrictions.
7Explore the principles of Sustainability in landscape design
a.Explore the principles of Urban Design for public landscapes
Content: Site analysis The four dimensions of design.
Specialist Landscape Sites
Trees for developed sites
Land Use
Early Childhood playground design
Safety
Urban design
Subdivisions
roadways
wetlands
Industrial/commercial
Conservation and ecology applications in landscape design.
Landscape planning for future generations.
Teaching and Learning Strategy: Teaching and learning methods will include theory classes, tutorial sessions, practical sessions, group projects, written assignments, oral & practical and written tests.
Assessment Criteria: Students must attempt all assessments and Students need to attain a mark of 50 or above in their overall grade to obtain a pass this course.
Recommended Readings: Recommended Texts
Mortimer, John and Bunny Trees for the New Zealand Countryside

Recommended Readings
District Plans
Local and Regional Council guidelines

AGHL610 – Landscape Design II