LADE523 – Landscape CAD
Module code
LADE523
Module title
Landscape CAD
Prescription
The aim of this module is to develop student’s knowledge in CAD for landscape design purposes.
Programmes
- SX1802
NZQA Level
Level 5
NZQA Credits
10
Delivery method
- Web-Supported
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 100
Resources required
- Teaching and Learning Strategy
- As per Ako: Teaching and Learning Directions – Project-based learning; Flipped Classroom; Blended Learning; Work-integrated Learning; Inclusive Practices
- Learning Outcomes
- 1. Demonstrate the use of Vectorworks CAD application for creating graphical and technical landscape design in plan form.
2. Demonstrate the use of Sketchup CAD application for creating two and three dimensional graphical landscape design in plan form. - Content
- • Drawing or visual communication.
• Vectorworks Landmark application
• Sketchup application
• Plant graphical representation
• Sections and detail representation
• Plan layouts and representation
• 3 dimensional modelling of objects and structures
• 3 dimensional site modelling, landforms, buildings
• File management - Assessment Criteria
- Assessment is achievement based. Students need to attempt all elements of the assessment and gain at least 50% in each component of their portfolio to gain an overall pass.
- Learning and Teaching Resource
- • On-line tutorial notes, exercises and readings, flexible, blended learning focus on content and material as projects for project based learning.
• Interactive Moodle platform.
