Human Factors in Landscape Architecture

ARCH X 472.23

Learn the basic principles guiding the successful design of space. Human factors, engineering, natural processes, human capabilities, and limitations are woven into the design of environments.

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Winter
Hybrid
Starting at $1,019.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0
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What you can learn.

  • Understand human motivation and behavior patterns
  • Evaluate the aesthetic, social, and ecological successes of existing landscapes to inform future design decisions
  • Observe social factors as an element affecting design and as essential to effective design
  • Utilize community facilitation as part of the design process, the design program, and final design concept
  • Develop the ability to embody an idea within the landscape that is sensitive to culture, demography, and geography

About this course:

This course presents an introduction to current concepts and research on how people interact with their environments and how design shapes human behavior and perception. Topics include the cultural and social determinants of territoriality; personal space and life style as design generators; designing for community, privacy, and safety; perception and recognition of urban form; designing streets and plazas for pedestrian use; the sensory environment; and learning from and programming for clients.
Prerequisites
ARCH X 472.19 Design 6: Concept Development.

Winter 2025 Schedule

Date & Time
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Sunday, Tuesday
Available
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Instructor: Eileen Alduenda
400285
Fee:
$1,019.00
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Location: Remote Classroom , Field Trip
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Notes

Attendance at in-person class meetings is mandatory per the LATC credentialing of this program.
Students are required to attend two of the three in person site visits listed below. 
Required in person meetings: January 26 - Glendale, CA; February 11 - Pasadena, CA; February 23 - Downtown Los Angeles
This hybrid section is made up of In Person and Live Online instruction.
International Students: This hybrid section is not considered in person for immigration purposes.
Visitors not permitted
Internet access required. Materials required.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after December 31, 2024
Course Requirements
Book: The Death and Life of Great American Cities by Jane Jacobs
©1992 Vintage
ISBN 067974195X
Book: How To Study Public Life by Jan Gehl, Birgitte Svarre
ISBN 978-1610914239
Book: Form and Fabric in Landscape Architecture: A Visual Introduction by Catherine Dee
ISBN 978-0415246378
Book: The Image of the City by Kevin Lynch
ISBN 978-0262620017
Book: Urban Acupuncture: Celebrating Pinpricks of Change that Enrich City Life
ISBN 9781610917278
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Tue Jan 7, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Jan 14, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Jan 21, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Off-Site
Sun Jan 26, 2025
11:00AM PT - 3:00PM PT
Field Trip
Lecture
Tue Feb 4, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Off-Site
Tue Feb 11, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Field Trip
Lecture
Tue Feb 18, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Off-Site
Sun Feb 23, 2025
11:00AM PT - 3:30PM PT
Field Trip
Lecture
Tue Mar 4, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Mar 11, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Mar 18, 2025
6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT
Remote Classroom

Contact Us

Speak to a program representative. Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.
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This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

Landscape Architecture
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