HORT 264 - CADD for Landscape

3.0 Credits
Introduction to computer-aided drafting using professional CADD software as a tool for landscape design. Navigate CADD to generate base and planting plans, import/export to AutoCAD, and utilize a labeling program that provides plant lists and bid packages. Prerequisite: Placement into BRDGE 093 or higher and MATH 080 or higher. Basic proficiency in navigating a MS Windows 98/2000/XP environment. HORT 262 or equivalent.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Develop residential landscape plans in a CADD 2-D drawing program. [REASON]
Evaluate and apply information from a landscape plan to develop cost estimates using commercial software. [REASON]
Utilize plan, elevation and section drawings completed in CADD as communication, marketing and sales tools. [COMMUNICATE]