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ARCH X 493.883Rhinoceros3.0 units This course explores new methods to conceive, create, and represent landscape through the 3D modeling software Rhinoceros. Investigations during the course commence with visions of landscape surfaces and their manipulation. Further exploration covers objects, buildings, structures, follies, and architecture that inhabit this landscape. Throughout these studies, students revisit and reconceive the relations between their landscape strategies, the things that inhabit them, and how to represent them. Reg# 379120

Fee: $695No refund after 16 Apr.

❖ Remote Instruction6 mtgsSaturday, 10am-2pm, Apr. 10-17; May 1-15; May 29

Students are required to use their personal computers each class with Rhino 6 software installed. Instructor does not help students install or download software.Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator are required. c Jeremy Jarin, Jeremy Jarin has been working as a land-scape designer at Studio-MLA for the past 5 years. He is involved in a variety of local projects applying his knowl-edge of graphic representation platforms and 3D modeling to assist in producing presentation materials and construc-tion documents.

ARCH X 494.65Sketching and Plant Identification3.0 units Held at locations in and around the Southern California area, this course is an introduction to scientific sketching and plant identification. Students are introduced to plant taxon-omy and terminology. The instructor establishes a plant pallet to be studied for each location. Above all, students develop a keen sense of awareness and observation. CoVID 19 Update: This course will meet online via weekly zoom meetings. No assigned field trip locations. Students are required to do plant sketch-ing and field observations on their own with the instructor’s guidance Reg# 379833

Fee: $695No refund after 10 Apr.

❖ Remote Instruction4 mtgsSunday, 10am-2pm, Apr. 11-May 23

Elective course in Landscape Architecture and Horticulture Certificates.Refer to required course materials for specific equipment necessary. c &&David Squires, MA in architecture and urban design, UCLA; BS in landscape architecture and regional planning, Wash-ington State University. Mr. Squires is the principal of AroundYOU, a multi-disciplinary studio offering master planning, solar planning, architectural design, landscape architecture, and garden design.

Horticulture & GardeningEnrollment is open to anyone interested in learning the science of horticulture or the common techniques to successful gardening.

For more information visit horticulture.uclaextension.edu.

BIOLGY X 496.2General Botany for Gardeners4.0 units This course provides a general introduction to the study of plant structures and functions, emphasizing these aspects as they relate to the natural survival and cultivation of plants. Topics include types and functions of leaves, stems, flowers, and fruits; plant-water relations; basic genetics; ecological tolerances; and an introduction to plant names and groupings. Many of the topics include ample hands-on experience with plants.Reg# 379125

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Core course in Horticulture Certificate. Elective course in the Landscape Architecture certificate. c &&Valerie Wong, PhD, plant and microbial biology. Dr. Wong earned a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from Wellesley College, and her most recent research investigates microbes living inside plants and lichens of the subarctic, through work with the University of Minnesota.

BIOLGY X 499.97Introduction to Irrigation Practices4.0 units As irrigation technology becomes more advanced, and water becomes scarcer, appropriate water application for plants is critical. Students learn how to design and prepare a residen-tial irrigation plan. Instruction covers foundation in hydraulic design; efficient drip line layout; appropriate use of backflow prevention devices; water conservation methods and appli-cations; and available new technologies, such as weather station ET based controllers and the application of design principles to comply with the State of California AB-1881 Water Model Efficient Landscape Ordinance.Prerequisite(s): Fundamental knowledge of plants and their water requirements is recommended.

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Zsolt Felenyi, Landscape maintenance instructor, Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor, ISA Certified Arborist. He has been practicing and teaching horticulture for the past 25 years while also promoting water conservation.

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Director’s SalonShort interviews and lectures with local experts in biodiversity, composting, social justice, regional planning, licensure, and stewardship.

Check the programs’ webpages for dates and topics.

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Take your love of plants to the next level with the Gardening Specialization. Designed for gardening enthusiasts, students will learn the fun-damentals of gardening via lecture, hands on practice, and field trips to unique garden destinations in and around the Los Angeles area. Individuals who desire the knowledge to successfully grow and maintain plants should sign up today.

For More InformationVisit horticulture.uclaextension.edu or call the Horticulture & Gardening program office at (310) 825-9414.

All courses are open enrollment, students can start the program any quarter. Courses begin on page 115.

Required Courses

Fall Winter Spring SummerIntroduction to Horticulture Soils and Plant Nutrition Introduction to Horticulture

Introduction to Irrigation Practices

Gardening Practices and Techniques

Gardening Specialization

Some Landscape Architecture courses count toward elective requirements in the Horticulture Certificate.

To view Landscape Architecture courses visit page 112.

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Designed for aspiring horticulturists and for professionals currently working in the landscape industry, the Horticulture Certifi-cate provides the science-based curriculum sought by current industry employers.

The certificate provides a comprehensive approach to horticulture, teaching proper plant care, how to think strategically and holistically in any environment, and how to be successful and competitive within the industry.

Core Spring Summer Fall WinterGeneral Botany for Gardeners (4 units)

Introduction to Irrigation Practices (4 units)

Plant Materials for Landscape Use (4 units) Horticultural Pest Management (4 units) Soils and Plant Nutrition (4 units)

Plant Taxonomy and Identification (2 units)

* 4 elective units or a program approved internship must be completed before the certificate is awarded.

Curriculum The curriculum consists of 6 core courses and 4 units of program-approved electives. Students are able to finish the certificate in as little as one year.

Enroll in courses individually or as part of the certificate.

Horticulture Certificate Curriculum SequenceStudents Can Begin the Program at Any Time

Certificate Designed For

• Landscape Professionals• Master Gardeners• Industry Professionals

• Garden Designers• Landscape Contractors

California NativesFriday, April 9, 16 & 23; May 7, 14 & 21 Interested in learning about California’s beautiful native plants? If so, then this is the course for you! In this short course intensive, students will develop a fundamental understanding of the natural systems to which California native plants have adapted. Students will also learn to properly identify and name over 65 California native plants and cultivars. Please dress for all weather, classes are outside on UCLA campus and/or at fieldtrip locations.

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Trees in the urban environment provide a sense of place and help cool the heat island effect that happens in highly dense urban areas. Unfortunately, proper tree management and maintenance is often misunderstood.

This course focuses on tree maintenance and preservation in an urban environment. Students are introduced to the process of tree hazard evaluation, learning how to properly and effectively diagnose tree problems, current industry standards, and professional ethics.

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Management of

Urban Trees

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BIOLGY X 494Introduction to Horticulture4.0 units Designed for beginners and experienced gardeners, this course covers the basics of garden care and provides the student with the knowledge to solve many of the problems commonly faced in keeping plants healthy. Topics include soils and soil amendments; fertilizers; plant physiology and identification methods; planting, pruning, and staking techniques; turf grasses; plant selection guidelines; and pest and disease control. The course also includes a brief history of horticulture and an introduction to taxonomy. Students are encouraged to bring in plants for identification and discussion. Includes field trips.Reg# 379124

Fee: $625No refund after 5 Apr.

❖ Remote Instruction11 mtgsTuesday, 7-10pm, Mar. 30-June 8

Core course in the Gardening Specialization. Elective course in the Landscape Architecture and Horticulture Certificates. c &&Gary Jones, chief horticulturist at Armstrong Garden Cen-ters. He has served as a member of the Board of Trustees for The Arboretum of Los Angeles and is a member of the Board of Advisors for Southern California Chapter of The Mediterranean Garden Society.

BIOLGY X 492.68Management of Urban Trees4.0 units The high economic, environmental, and social value of trees in our urban and suburban landscapes demands a basic understanding of practices related to the long-term man-agement of trees. This course features a series of lectures, discussions, research, and field trips designed to introduce the student to the advanced professional applications of tree protection and preservation, hazard tree evaluation, tree appraisal, problem diagnosis, tree inventory proce-dures, and urban forestry. Recognized industry standards for professional practices and ethics are also introduced.Reg# 379123

Fee: $625No refund after 7 Apr.

❖ Remote Instruction11 mtgsThursday, 7-10pm, Apr. 1-June 10

Core course in the Arboriculture Specialization. Elective course in the Horticulture and Landscape Architecture Certificates. cDarlene Pickell, ISA Certified Arborist #WE-3769A, has 30+ years retail nursery management. She currently works part-time at Marina del Rey Garden Center, volunteers at the Los Angeles County Arboretum, and serves on the Horticul-ture & Gardening Program Advisory Board.

BIOLGY X 499.22California Natives2.0 units A course on incorporating California native plants into your landscape design, this series of classes combines class-room presentation with field trips to explore the range of possibilities for creating successful and resilient California native landscapes. Participants study the elements of a successful native landscape including native plant com-munities; healthy soil, use and/or non-use of supplemental irrigation; maintenance requirements; plant sourcing; installation; and use of rainwater. The course will enable students to develop California native plant palettes for common urban micro-climates. Students take weekend field trips (itinerary discussed at the first class) to urban landscapes, campuses, gardens, arboreta, and nurseries. Students are responsible for their own transportation to remote lectures.Reg# 379122

Fee: $445No refund after 15 Apr.

❖ Remote Instruction6 mtgsFriday, 6:30-8:30pm, Apr. 9-23; May 7-21

Elective course in the Horticulture certificate and Land-scape Architecture certificate.Visitors not permitted. c &&Orchid Black, owner, Pitcher Sage Design, a sustainable garden business with an emphasis on native plants and water conservation

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