- UNM 2012-2013 Catalog
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Program Director
Alfred Simon, Ph.D., FCSLA, ASLA
Professors
Alfred Simon, Ph.D., Arizona State University , M.L.A., University of Manitoba
Christopher Wilson, J.B. Jackson Professor, M.A., University of New Mexico
Assistant Professors
Hyejung Chang, Ph.D., North Carolina State University- Raleigh, M.L.A., University of Minnesota
Katya Crawford, M.L.A., The University of New Mexico
Professor of Practice
Baker Morrow, M.A., The University of New Mexico
Adjunct Associate Professors
Steve Borbas, MCRP, Pratt Institute
Research Associate Professor
Kim Sorvig, M.L.A., University of Pennsylvania
Adjunct Assistant Professors
John Barney, M.L.A., Cornell
William Perkins, M.L.A., Harvard
Dennis Wilkinson, B.S., Texas Tech University
Part-time Faculty
Amy Bell, M.L.A., The University of New Mexico
Susan Frye, M.L.A., The University of New Mexico
Gregory Miller, B.L.A., Texas A&M University
Judith Phillips, B.A., State University of New York
Brian Verardo, B.S., Colorado State University
The Master of Landscape Architecture is a first professional degree that prepares students to enter the profession and discipline of Landscape Architecture. The degree is integrative, interdisciplinary and strongly concerned with the contribution of landscape architecture to human history and society and with the wise use and re-use of natural resources.
The master’s program in landscape architecture provides a thorough background education in landscape architecture as well as opportunity for specialized study. Students completing their degree requirements should have developed:
New Mexico’s remarkable Southwestern setting, with its ancient human made and natural landscapes and its growing modern population, provides an excellent environment for the study of landscape architecture. In addition to basic studies, each student is expected to complete a Master’s Thesis/Project, based on a topic selected according to their interests and a vision of their own future in the discipline.
Licensing for Landscape Architects in the State of New Mexico
An applicant for examination for registration as a landscape architect in New Mexico must hold a degree in landscape architecture or a related field from a program recognized by the State Board of Landscape Architects. Additional requirements for licensing, which includes the title “landscape architect” and the practice of landscape architecture, extend to practice and experience gained while working for a registered landscape architect.
The University of New Mexico offers a professional degree in landscape architecture: the Master of Landscape Architecture. The degree program is organized to accomplish the outcomes expected of state registration boards throughout the United States. The M.L.A. is highly structured, concentrating on comprehensive preparation for the professional practice of landscape architecture. The program is interdisciplinary, incorporating course work from a number of departments at the University as well as studies within the School of Architecture and Planning. A student completing the Master of Landscape Architecture program will be well prepared, after additional required work experience, to sit for licensure examinations and to engage in the professional and/or academic practice of landscape architecture. The University of New Mexico’s master’s program in landscape architecture is fully accredited by the Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board.
Students may enter the M.L.A. Program at different levels depending on their previous academic experience.
This track is designed for students whose previous degree, in most cases, is not design related. The program is normally 87 credit hours in length, and takes approximately three years to complete. For students entering with undergraduate or graduate degrees in areas of study that have some content overlap with the Landscape Architecture curriculum, the Director may allow a program of study shorter than 87 credit hours, but not less than 75 credit hours.
This track is designed for students who have already earned a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture degree but have not had extensive professional experience and are not licensed (minimum of 48 credit hours required) or a degree in Architecture or Environment, Planning & Design (minimum of 57 credit hours required). Exact program requirements are determined on a case-by-case basis by the LA Program Director.
Applicants for the Post-Professional program must be licensed, practicing landscape architects, with a minimum of five years experience in the field. The student’s program of study is developed in consultation with the LA Program Director and requires thirty hours. Contact the Program Director for information and requirements.
All students applying for the Landscape Architecture Program must possess, at the time of registration, a degree from an accredited university recognized by The University of New Mexico Office of Graduate Studies. In addition to Office of Admissions application requirements, each student must submit to the LA Program office:
Application Deadlines
Fall semester:
Priority deadline is February 15; however, applications will be accepted until June 15 if space is available.
Spring semester:
On a case-by-case basis only until November 1
Summer session:
None accepted
Design |
credits |
|
LA 501 |
Graduate Studio 1 |
6 |
LA 502 |
Graduate Studio 2 |
6 |
LA 503 |
Graduate Studio 3 |
6 |
LA 508 |
Interdisciplinary Community Studio |
6 |
LA 505 |
Graduate Studio 5 |
6 |
LA 582 |
Graphic Communications |
3 |
History/Theory |
||
LA 563 |
Theory in Landscape Architecture & Environmental Design |
3 |
LA 561 |
History and Theory of Landscape Architecture |
3 |
LA 560 |
Landscape Architecture in the 20th Century |
3 |
Plants and their Ecosystems |
||
LA 558 |
Plants 1 |
3 |
LA 559 |
Plants 2 |
3 |
Environmental Systems |
||
LA 556 |
Site and Environment |
3 |
One additional 3 credit elective |
3 |
|
Construction Technology |
||
LA 580 |
Landscape Architecture Technology |
3 |
LA 581 |
Landscape Construction Materials & Techniques |
3 |
Computing |
||
LA 521 |
AutoCAD® for Landscape Architects |
3 |
Professional Practice |
||
LA 531 |
Professional Practice in Landscape Architecture |
3 |
LA 586 |
Professional Skills in Landscape Architecture |
3 |
Thesis/Project |
||
LA 596 |
LA Thesis/Project Preparation Seminar |
3 |
LA 597 |
Project |
6 |
-or- |
||
LA 599 |
Master's Thesis by Permission Only |
6 |
Electives |
||
9 credit hours of elective courses |
Year 1- Fall |
credits |
|
LA 501 |
Graduate Studio 1 |
6 |
LA 582 |
Graphic Communications |
3 |
LA 561 |
History and Theory of Landscape Architecture |
3 |
LA 556 |
Site and Environment |
3 |
Spring |
||
LA 502 |
Graduate Studio 2 (prerequisite: LA 501) |
6 |
LA 560 |
Landscape Architecture in the 20th Century |
3 |
LA 558 |
Plants 1 |
3 |
LA 580 |
Landscape Architecture Technology 1 |
3 |
Year 2- Fall |
||
LA 503 |
Graduate Studio 3 (prerequisite: LA 502) |
6 |
LA 521 |
AutoCad® for Landscape Architects |
3 |
LA 581 |
Landscape Construction Materials & Techniques |
3 |
Elective |
3 |
|
Spring |
||
LA 508 |
Interdisciplinary Community Studio (prerequisite: LA 503) |
6 |
LA 563 |
Theory in Landscape Architecture & Environmental Design |
3 |
LA 586 |
Professional Skills in Landscape Architecture |
3 |
Elective |
3 |
|
Year 3- Fall |
||
LA 505 |
Graduate Studio 5 (prerequisite: LA 508) |
6 |
LA 531 |
Professional Practice in Landscape Architecture |
3 |
LA 596 |
Landscape Architecture Thesis/Project Preparation Seminar |
3 |
Elective |
3 |
|
Spring |
||
LA 559 |
Plants 2 |
3 |
Elective |
3 |
|
LA 597 |
Master's Project |
6 |
-or- |
||
LA 599 |
Master's Thesis by Permission Only |
6 |
The Master’s Examination will occur at the time of the Master’s thesis/project public presentation and defense, when the student’s committee evaluates the scope and quality of the work, mastery of the field and the emphasis, and the student’s research accomplishment.
The student’s program of study is developed in consultation with the major advisor. It may be altered if needed with the consent of the advisor. The M.L.A. degree is granted upon successful completion of an approved program of study.
Students are expected to demonstrate a mastery of readings in the field.
LA 335. Site/Environment. (3)
LA 401 / 501. Landscape Architecture Design Studio I. (6)
LA 402 / 502. Landscape Architecture Design Studio II. (6)
LA 411 / 511. Topics in Landscape Architecture. (1-3 to a maximum of 12 Δ)
LA 421 / 521. AutoCAD® for Landscape Architects. (3)
LA 458 / 558. Plant Materials. (3)
LA 461 / 561. History and Theory of Landscape Architecture. (3)
LA 462 / 562. Gardens in the Sand: New Mexico’s Historic Landscapes. (3)
LA 463 / 563. Theory in Landscape Architecture and Environmental Design. (3)
LA 480 / 580. Landscape Architecture Technology 1: Grading and Drainage. (3)
LA 501 / 401. Landscape Architecture Design Studio I. (6)
LA 502 / 402. Landscape Architecture Design Studio II. (6)
LA 503. Landscape Architecture Design Studio III. (6)
LA 505. Landscape Architecture Design Studio V. (6)
LA 508. LA Design Studio IV/DPAC Interdisciplinary Community Studio. (6)
LA 511 / 411. Topics in Landscape Architecture. (1-3 to a maximum of 12 Δ)
LA 512. Seminar: Landscape Architecture. (2-3 to a maximum of 15 Δ)
LA 521 / 421. AutoCAD® for Landscape Architects. (3)
LA 531. Professional Practice in Landscape Architecture. (3)
LA 556. Site/Environment. (3)
LA 558 / 458. Plant Materials. (3)
LA 559. Plant Materials in Landscape Design II. (3)
LA 560. Landscape Architecture in the 20th Century. (3)
LA 561 / 461. History and Theory of Landscape Architecture. (3)
LA 562 / 462. Gardens in the Sand: New Mexico’s Historic Landscapes. (3)
LA 563 / 463. Theory in Landscape Architecture and Environmental Design. (3)
LA 579. Introduction to Preservation and Regionalism. (3)
LA 580 / 480. Landscape Architecture Technology 1: Grading and Drainage. (3)
LA 581. Landscape Construction Materials and Techniques. (3)
LA 582. Graphic Communications. (3)
LA 585. Construction Documents: Working Drawings/Specifications. (3)
LA 586. Professional Skills in Landscape Architecture. (3)
LA 590. Historic Research Methods. (3)
LA 592. Public Works. (3)
LA 593. Civic Places. (3)
LA 596. Master’s Project/Thesis Preparation Seminar. (3)
LA 597. Master’s Project. (1 to a maximum of 6 Δ)
LA 599. Master’s Thesis. (1 to 6, no limit Δ)
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