1 Learning Outcome:  Demonstrate an understanding of landscape architectural 
licensure laws and the various steps in obtaining and maintaining a landscape 
architectural license

Measurement: Quiz, written research presentation, peer-review

2 Learning Outcome: Demonstrate a comprehension of the various processes and 
procedures involved in managing a design project as outlined by the standard 
articles in the American Institute of Architects Standard Agreement between Owner 
and Architect.

Measurement: Quiz, research project, peer-review

3 Learning Outcome:  Develop an understanding of the landscape architect's role in 
construction administration, quality control and quality assurance by reviewing the 
contract relationships and project delivery methods as set forth by the American 
Institute of Architects.

Measurement: Quiz, proposal preparation



Skills, Knowledge,Values
Students will interpret and defend ethical issues that 
underpin the profession of Landscape Architecture.
Students will be able to describe and explain the financial 
and administrative issues involved in the operation of a 
landscape architecture firm.
Students will assemble and explain the use of contracts, 
contract documents, and duties associated with construction 
administration.
Students will describe and explain the sections of the 
licensing exam and procedures associated with obtaining and 
maintaining licensure in southeastern states.

Course Content:

Business/Professional relations
Resume writing/writing skills
Private/Public contract procedures
Litigation/U.S. Court System
Real Property
Construction Documents
Specification writing
Professionald ethics/Personal morals
Registsration/ASLA
Job interviews
Contract Law
Bonds, Liens & Insurance
Torts

Text:  'Business Law for Landscape Architects'

Lectures or Readings:

Introduction
Resume/Cover letter/writing skills
Business and professional relationships
Asigned Reading - Chapter 3 Resolution of Disputes
State and Federal court system
Resoultion of disputes
Assigned Reading - Chapter 5 The Law of Property
Real property
Assigned Reading - Chapter 6 Law of Contracts
Law of contracts - Law of Contracts Mid term review
Mid Term
Construction contracts
Torts
Bonds/liens/Insurance
Ethics/Morals
Business organizations
Specifications
Job Interviews
Registration law and introductin to the ASLA
Landscape Architecture Registration Exam