705-195 Landscape Materials

Formerly available as 705-195 Landscape Technology. Students who have completed 705-195 are not eligible to enrol in this subject.

This subject introduces students to the types, qualities and characteristics of landscape materials typically used in landscape construction in Australia. Students are also introduced to the techniques of use of landscape materials including standards, restrictions and local variations. Topics include masonry, concrete, timber, metals & plastics and paints & finishes. Applications in landscape construction are also covered and include paving, retaining structures, timber structures, steps & ramps, pools & ponds, drainage and lighting. Students are also introduced to typical graphic conventions of design documentation.

On completion of the subject students should have developed skills in observation and analysis of landscape materials, design documentation and the precision graphics appropriate for design implementation drawings.

Assignments equivalent to 3000 words (60%), plus a two-hour examination (40%).