ES1S44 - Design 01 Sep 2018 - 31 Aug 2026 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | ES1S44 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Design | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Chemical and Environmental Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Earth and Environmental Science | ||
| Module Leader: | Anthony Davies | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2013 | Final Year of Intake: | 2023 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100529 - horticulture | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2018 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2026 |
Module Aims
This unit provides an introduction to the role of the garden designer, the basic principles of design. By studying examples of work by professional designers learners will be encouraged to develop their powers of observation and thereby increase their skills in garden design and graphics.
To provide the student with an understanding of the impact design has on garden maintenance;
To enable the student to develop an appreciation of the principles and elements of design;
To develop an understanding of an integrated approach to landscape design from inception to completion.
Content Summary
Plant Selection;
Materials selection;
Site analysis;
Concept drawings;
Maintenance calculations;
Scheduling and planning;
Design Principles;
Use of Colour.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 15 |
| Project supervision | 20 |
| Supervised time in studio/workshop | 13 |
| Fieldwork | 10 |
| Independent Study | 50 |
| Directed Study | 40 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 52 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Employ a range of skills to undertake site analysis and maintenance requirements. |
| LO2 | Use a range of specialist skills to generate professional garden designs. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Portfolio 1 | To produce a range of landscape documentation. | 0 | 4000 | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |