The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the field of landscape and environmental design. Projects range from community parks to the front and back yards of homes, from river habitat restoration to planning at the city scale. Students will develop an awareness of the interactive relationship between humans and how they shape their environment. Instruction will be given in the following areas: elements of design, the history of landscape architecture, plant identification, technical drafting, sketching, and computer design. They will explore future careers such as landscape architecture, environmental design, and engineering. Students will also utilize their knowledge and skills in a design project to beautify their school and community.