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Hort 151 Syllabus Sustainable Landscapes I
Winter 2018
Wednesdays January 9, 16, 23, 30 Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Course ID:
Hort 151
Credits:
1
Class Time:
12:30 to 4:15 pm
Class Location:
H001
Instructor Name:
Zsofia Pasztor
Office Hours:
11:30am-12:30pm days of class by appointment
Phone:
425-210-5541
Location:
Hort
E-Mail Address:
Zs.pasztor2011@gmail.com
Web Resource:
http://lwtech.instructure.com
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course focuses on the following sustainable landscape practices and principles: conventional
vs. organic landscaping, management of healthy soils, landscaping for habitat assessment &
restoration, and stormwater management (rain gardens, bioswales and catchment systems).
PREREQUISITE(S):
N/A
STUDENT OUTCOMES/COMPETENCIES
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
- Explain major differences between conventional landscape practices and organic
management methods
- Describe typical PNW soil types and problems common to these soils
- Explain how to use organic matter as a means to promote healthy soil and manage soil
fertility issues
- Describe sustainable landscape techniques for habitat assessment and restoration
- Explain and describe sustainable methods used to manage stormwater, including
raingardens, bioswales and catchment systems.
METHOD OF INSTRUCTION
Classroom instruction, field trips, and hands-on practice in the field on campus. Supporting class materials and references will be available on Canvas as well as handed out in class.
TEXTBOOK(S) AND REQUIRED TOOLS / SUPPLIES /MATERIALS
N/A
GRADING
Attendance, active participation, and cooperation
Students are expected to participate independently and cooperatively within groups. If a student disrupts the learning environment or does not participate cooperatively within a group, he/she will receive a reduction in
participation points. If a student does not attend class or is late to class, he/she will receive a reduction in participation points.
Grades are based on the following:
Full attendance, participation, and cooperation 4.0
One absence or lack of participation in one class 3.0
Two absences or lack of participation in two classes 2.0
More than two absences/lack of participation in more than two classes 0.0
Last day to withdraw without receiving a “W” is January 17th, to receive a “W” the last day is March 5th.
COURSE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Homework, exam/test make-ups, late work and outside study time
Students should expect a reading assignment and/or simple exercise each week. Students who miss class meetings are still responsible for lecture material covered, handouts, and announcements. It is a good idea to contact a class member for additional instructions and/or assignments given in class. Students are encouraged to make an appointment with the instructor or meet during office hours for any further clarification.
Attendance, participation, and tardiness
See Grading above.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to follow the college student conduct code, WAC 495D-120, which prohibits cheating and plagiarism. See the Student Handbook for more details on the code.
Computer use, phone, texting, etc.
o Cell Phones, iPods, texting, and Pagers: Use of cell phones, audible pagers or texting is not allowed inside the classroom.
o Computer Use: Users are limited to applications listed on screen menus. They are not allowed to play games, use chat rooms, or use e-mail unless part of instruction. They are not allowed to install programs, alter system configurations, defaults, system settings, system files, program files, data files, desktop configuration.
Class/Lab Procedures
o Students are expected to dress for the weather each class session and be prepared to participate in hands-on outdoor activates as well as classroom activities.
Safety Rules
- It is important that safety precautions are followed during field practicum activities. Awareness of other students’ presence while on field trips is essential.
Equal Opportunity Information
Lake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity college and is committed to principles of diversity. The college accepts students without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran.
Campus Security
Your safety and security are taken seriously at the college. The campus hires security personnel and off-duty police officers. All incidents of confirmed or suspected crimes are reported. If you require assistance or would like to report an incident, please dial 425-739-8224.
SUPPORT SERVICES FOR LEARNING
Disability Services, West Building, W207
If you have a physical, psychological, medical, or learning disability that may impact your course work, please contact the Disability Support Services office. You may request accommodations and apply for services through DSS Online: https://cascade.accessiblelearning.com/LWTech/ApplicationStudent.aspx
They will coordinate reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. All information and documentation is confidential. DSS is located in W207 in person, by phone 425-739-8300, or by email dssinfo@lwtech.edu. For additional information please refer to http://www.lwtech.edu/student_life/disability_support_services/default.aspx
Computer Lab - Located in the Library. Hours and available computer programs are posted at the entrance. The Computer Lab is also a Quiet Zone for individual study sessions.
Tutoring - Drop-In tutoring is available for all students in The Learning Lab in E214. Subjects include English, math, science, humanities, and social science, as well as some program areas. Stop by to see a full schedule by subject, to meet with a tutor, to use a computer or the interactive SmartBoard, or to work on study skills development.
Supplemental Instruction Center - Students who are in need of additional instruction in writing or math can visit T217 (inside the library) to seek assistance from LWTech English and math instructors. Hours vary by quarter and are posted at the entrance.
Bookstore: http://www.lwtech.edu/Student_Life/Bookstore.xml
Library-Learning Commons: http://www.lwtech.edu/campus-life/library
EMERGENCY INFORMATION
 Evacuation procedures—posted in each classroom
 School closures – Please check http://www.lwtech.edu/about_lwtech/emergency_communications/default.aspx in case of inclement weather
 Campus Security Phone: 425-739-8224, Room E145
 IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING: In support of the college safety plan, the Campus Assessment, Response, and Evaluation (CARE) team uses collaboration, information collection, risk assessment, and intervention to create a safe campus community. Based upon reports of student behavior, the CARE team plans preventive strategies and interventions to assist students, faculty, and staff in supporting students who may be at risk. Please use our online reporting form to contact us.
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