The NYBG Landscape Design Certificate Program prepares students for creative careers as landscape designers. Outstanding instructors who are working professionals cover every step of the design process, from landscape history to site analysis and design development, is covered. This interactive program enables you to take on a spectrum of projects from simple to complex and also to offer complete landscape design services.
Click here for an overview of the required classes.
February
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Through
discussion,
fieldwork,
and
homework,
students
will
identify
landforms
and
watersheds,
calculate
slopes,
and
manipulate
contours
to
create
garden
rooms,
and
control
water
flow.
Learn
how
to
communicate
design
ideas
to
contractors
and
evaluate
the
opportunities
and
constraints
of
a
more...
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253LAN428B
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02/21
|
Fr
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Phaosawasdi
Russo
|
NYBG
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March
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Draw upon all of the skills you've developed in the Landscape Design program to create a residential project from start to finish, combining design with construction principles. Emphasis is on construction drawings, documents, and specifications, as well as estimating.
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253LAN520
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03/03
|
Mo
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6:00pm-9:00pm
|
Patchowsky
|
NYBG
|
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Graphics are essential in developing and communicating your ideas. Practice various graphic techniques on a range of materials and equipment and learn how to organize and render landscape plans on paper for optimal presentation to clients. Homework is required.
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253LAN311DO
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03/08
|
Sa
|
1:30pm-4:30pm
|
Miller
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
Through
a
series
of
design
assignments,
prepare
a
variety
of
planting
plans
that
are
practical,
appropriate,
and
aesthetically
satisfying.
Explore
the
significance
of
site
conditions
as
well
as
plant
form,
text,
color,
and
ecological
associations.
Recommended
courses
to
take
prior:
more...
|
253LAN403BO
|
03/18
|
Tu
|
6:15pm-9:15pm
|
Planco
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
Explore theories, traditions, and principles that have shaped the design of landscapes from antiquity to the present, through visual presentations, assigned readings, projects, and classroom discussion.
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253LAN301DO
|
03/24
|
Mo
|
6:15pm-9:15pm
|
Bunnell
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
Learn the various tools and applications of this software package for landscape designers. Topics include: developing base plans from surveys, techniques for quick estimates, and utilizing the online plant database. Basic computer skills and PC laptop required.
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253LAN427C
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03/27
|
Th
|
5:00pm-8:00pm
|
Poccia
|
NYBG
|
April
|
|
Now
more
than
ever,
clients
expect
to
see
beautiful
digital
plans.
Learn
the
basics
of
how
to
scan
and
enhance
hand
drawings.
Gain
familiarity
with
the
tools
to
create
digitally
rendered
plans,
sections,
perspectives,
and
collages.
Basic
computer
skills
are
more...
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254LAN444O
|
04/02
|
We
|
6:30pm-8:30pm
|
Matz
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
Learn
the
identification,
classification,
and
landscape
use
of
spring-flowering
trees
and
shrubs.
Major
plant
groups
include
Magnolia,
Malus,
Prunus,
Viburnum,and
other
genera,
which
are
particularly
ornamental
in
spring.
The
class
goes
out
on
the
grounds
rain
or
shine.
Prerequisite:
Introduction
more...
|
254HRT334A
|
04/04
|
Fr
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Gonzalez
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Graphics are essential in developing and communicating your ideas. Practice various graphic techniques on a range of materials and equipment and learn how to organize and render landscape plans on paper for optimal presentation to clients. Homework is required.
|
254LAN311AO
|
04/05
|
Sa
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Miller
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
Learn
the
identification,
classification,
and
landscape
use
of
spring-flowering
trees
and
shrubs.
Major
plant
groups
include
Magnolia,
Malus,
Prunus,
Viburnum,and
other
genera,
which
are
particularly
ornamental
in
spring.
The
class
goes
out
on
the
grounds
rain
or
shine.
Prerequisite:
Introduction
more...
|
254HRT334B
|
04/09
|
We
|
10:30am-1:30pm
|
Himmelman
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Study
how
to
effectively
organize
and
operate
a
small
landscape
business
that
will
sustain
itself
and
earn
a
profit.
Learn
how
to
attract
new
clients,
position
oneself
in
a
crowded
market,
and
choose
the
right
type
of
business
model.
Gain
more...
|
254LAN4570AO
|
04/09
|
We
|
10:00am-12:00pm
|
Zavaglia
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
Learn
the
identification,
classification,
and
landscape
use
of
spring-flowering
trees
and
shrubs.
Major
plant
groups
include
Magnolia,
Malus,
Prunus,
Viburnum,and
other
genera,
which
are
particularly
ornamental
in
spring.
The
class
goes
out
on
the
grounds
rain
or
shine.
Prerequisite:
Introduction
more...
|
254HRT334C
|
04/13
|
Su
|
9:00am-12:00pm
|
Ruggiero
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Learn how accurately estimating landscape materials, labor, overhead, and contingencies can help you stay profitable and compete successfully in today's business climate.
|
254LAN380
|
04/14
|
Mo
|
5:00pm-8:00pm
|
Zavaglia
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Choose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region.
|
254HRT358A
|
04/16
|
We
|
11:00am-1:40pm
|
Ruggiero
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Create visually compelling print and digital portfolios to present to potential clients. Learn how to develop professional documentation for a variety of audiences through in-class design charrettes and individualized projects.
|
254LAN555O
|
04/16
|
We
|
12:00pm-2:10pm
|
Phaosawasdi
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
Precise field measurement is the crucial first step in landscape design. Learn how to properly use automatic levels, tapes, and survey instruments. Topics will include accurately measuring distances, differences in elevation, and angles. Dress for the weather.
|
254LAN340
|
04/18
|
Fr
|
11:00am-2:00pm
|
Gillman
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Choose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region.
|
254HRT358B
|
04/19
|
Sa
|
10:00am-12:40pm
|
D'Antonio
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Explore theories, traditions, and principles that have shaped the design of landscapes from antiquity to the present, through visual presentations, assigned readings, projects, and classroom discussion.
|
254LAN301AO
|
04/23
|
We
|
10:30am-1:30pm
|
Capps Sarathy
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
Learn
the
identification,
classification,
and
landscape
use
of
spring-flowering
trees
and
shrubs.
Major
plant
groups
include
Magnolia,
Malus,
Prunus,
Viburnum,and
other
genera,
which
are
particularly
ornamental
in
spring.
The
class
goes
out
on
the
grounds
rain
or
shine.
Prerequisite:
Introduction
more...
|
254HRT334D
|
04/26
|
Sa
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Nolan
|
NYBG
|
254HRT334E
|
04/27
|
Su
|
9:00am-1:00pm
|
McLaughlin
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Turning a vision into a plan is the designer's first challenge. Analyze landscapes, formulate the requirements of a design project and then translate them into schematic design solutions. Take part in class discussions and critiques, and present projects.
|
254LAN401
|
04/28
|
Mo
|
6:00pm-9:00pm
|
Planco
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Apply basic design to site-specific problems, focusing on the process of design development. Start with a concept, then progress through the schematic phase to a preliminary design solution. Examine the relationships of landscape elements and materials to the design process.
|
254LAN402
|
04/28
|
Mo
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Planco
|
NYBG
|
May
|
|
Graphics are essential in developing and communicating your ideas. Practice various graphic techniques on a range of materials and equipment and learn how to organize and render landscape plans on paper for optimal presentation to clients. Homework is required.
|
254LAN311BO
|
05/07
|
We
|
5:00pm-8:00pm
|
Poccia
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
Create visually compelling print and digital portfolios to present to potential clients. Learn how to develop professional documentation for a variety of audiences through in-class design charrettes and individualized projects.
|
254LAN555BO
|
05/09
|
Fr
|
12:00pm-2:10pm
|
Phaosawasdi
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
Choose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region.
|
254HRT358D
|
05/16
|
Fr
|
10:00am-12:40pm
|
Simeone
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Draw upon all of the skills you've developed in the Landscape Design program to create a residential project from start to finish, combining design with construction principles. Emphasis is on construction drawings, documents, and specifications, as well as estimating.
|
254LAN520
|
05/19
|
Mo
|
6:00pm-9:00pm
|
Patchowsky
|
NYBG
|
June
|
|
Choose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region.
|
254HRT358E
|
06/14
|
Sa
|
10:00am-12:40pm
|
D'Antonio
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Graphics are essential in developing and communicating your ideas. Practice various graphic techniques on a range of materials and equipment and learn how to organize and render landscape plans on paper for optimal presentation to clients. Homework is required.
|
254LAN311CO
|
06/14
|
Sa
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Miller
|
ONLINE
|
July
|
|
Choose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region.
|
261HRT358A
|
07/01
|
Tu
|
10:00am-12:40pm
|
Nolan
|
NYBG
|
August
|
|
Graphics are essential in developing and communicating your ideas. Practice various graphic techniques on a range of materials and equipment and learn how to organize and render landscape plans on paper for optimal presentation to clients. Homework is required.
|
261LAN311DO
|
08/04
|
Mo
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Poccia
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
Through
a
series
of
design
assignments,
prepare
a
variety
of
planting
plans
that
are
practical,
appropriate,
and
aesthetically
satisfying.
Explore
the
significance
of
site
conditions
as
well
as
plant
form,
text,
color,
and
ecological
associations.
Recommended
courses
to
take
prior:
more...
|
261LAN403O
|
08/13
|
We
|
6:00pm-9:00pm
|
Planco
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
Learn
the
basic
principles
of
constructing
residential
landscape
features
such
as
walks,
steps,
simple
decks,
garden
structures,
walls,
and
benches.
Study
landscape
construction
standards,
techniques,and
commonly
used
materials,
and
learn
to
draft
construction
details.
more...
|
261LAN422O
|
08/13
|
We
|
6:00pm-9:00pm
|
Arrington
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
Choose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region.
|
261HRT358B
|
08/20
|
We
|
1:00pm-3:40pm
|
Tyson-Strait
|
NYBG
|
September
|
|
Apply basic design to site-specific problems, focusing on the process of design development. Start with a concept, then progress through the schematic phase to a preliminary design solution. Examine the relationships of landscape elements and materials to the design process.
|
261LAN402B
|
09/02
|
Tu
|
6:00pm-9:00pm
|
Bray
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Explore how to identify and use major groups of shade trees and shrubs native to and hardy in our region, including Acer, Quercus, and Viburnum, which are particularly ornamental in fall.
|
261HRT331A
|
09/06
|
Sa
|
11:00am-2:00pm
|
Nolan
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Learn the various tools and applications of this software package for landscape designers. Topics include: developing base plans from surveys, techniques for quick estimates, and utilizing the online plant database. Basic computer skills and PC laptop required.
|
261LAN427
|
09/11
|
Th
|
5:00pm-8:00pm
|
Poccia
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Precise field measurement is the crucial first step in landscape design. Learn how to properly use automatic levels, tapes, and survey instruments. Topics will include accurately measuring distances, differences in elevation, and angles. Dress for the weather.
|
261LAN340B
|
09/12
|
Fr
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Gillman
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Choose the right plant for the right place, based on site-specific design and maintenance criteria. Learn landscape values such as size, texture, color, and flowering and fruiting seasons. Review trees, shrubs, groundcovers, annuals, and perennials suitable for this region.
|
261HRT358C
|
09/13
|
Sa
|
10:00am-12:40pm
|
D'Antonio
|
NYBG
|
|
|
Study
how
to
effectively
organize
and
operate
a
small
landscape
business
that
will
sustain
itself
and
earn
a
profit.
Learn
how
to
attract
new
clients,
position
oneself
in
a
crowded
market,
and
choose
the
right
type
of
business
model.
Gain
more...
|
261LAN457BO
|
09/17
|
We
|
10:00am-12:00pm
|
Zavaglia
|
ONLINE
|
|
|
Graphics are essential in developing and communicating your ideas. Practice various graphic techniques on a range of materials and equipment and learn how to organize and render landscape plans on paper for optimal presentation to clients. Homework is required.
|
261LAN311EO
|
09/20
|
Sa
|
10:00am-1:00pm
|
Miller
|
ONLINE
|