MCCCD Program Description

Landscape Construction Techniques

Course: AGL181

First Term: 1996 Fall

Lec + Lab 3 Credit(s) 6 Period(s) 5.1 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S

Description: The methods used in site preparation, installation of edgings, construction of walks, patios and decks, installation of sprinkler systems, rockscapes and the planting of trees, shrubs, ground covers, and lawns

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Use survey instruments to determine grades and elevations for landscaping applications. (I) 2. Read and interpret landscape blueprints and plans. (II) 3. Operate landscape equipment. (III) 4. Install landscape edgings. (IV) 5. Install and maintain landscape sprinkler systems. (V) 6. Construct retaining and free-standing walls. (VI) 7. Construct walks and patios. (VII) 8. Prepare and install a desertscape. (VIII) 9. Recommend and apply soil amendments. (IX) 10. Plant trees, shrubs, and ground covers. (X) 11. Establish, renovate, and/or maintain a lawn. (XI)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Survey Instruments for Determining Grades and Elevations A. Determination of distance between two points B. Shooting elevations for level footing II. Landscape Blueprints and Plans A. Reading and interpretation B. Preparation of bill of materials III. Landscape Equipment A. Front-end loader and scraper B. Steer skid loader C. Concrete mixer IV. Landscape Edgings A. Concrete edgings B. Brick and mortar edgings V. Sprinkler Systems A. Sweat copper for PVB valve installation B. Electric valves and controllers C. Pipe D. Sprinkler heads, bubblers, and emitters VI. Walls: Retaining and Free-Standing A. Concrete B. Block and mortar VII. Walks and Patios A. Concrete B. Brick and mortar VIII. Desertscapes A. Inorganic ground cover and boulders B. Herbicides IX. Soil Amendments X. Trees, Shrubs, and Ground Covers XI. Lawn Care A. Establishing the lawn B. Renovating the lawn C. Maintaining the lawn

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 12/12/1995

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