Course Overview
Course Description
This intensive 5-day course is designed to prepare landscape architects for the Landscape Architect Registration Examination (LARE). Covering all four sections of the exam, participants will gain in-depth knowledge and practical skills essential for success. The course combines theoretical concepts with hands-on exercises, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of project management, inventory and analysis, design, and construction documentation.
Learning Objectives
- Develop a thorough understanding of the LARE exam structure and content
- Master key concepts and skills required for each of the four LARE sections
- Apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios through case studies and exercises
- Enhance problem-solving and time management skills for exam success
- Build confidence in tackling various question types, including multiple-choice and advanced item types
Course Modules
Day 1: Introduction and Project Management
- LARE exam overview and study strategies
- Project management principles and practices
- Contract administration and professional practice
- Risk management and quality control
Day 2: Inventory and Analysis
- Site inventory techniques and data collection
- Physical and contextual analysis methods
- Environmental and cultural factors in landscape architecture
- Stakeholder engagement and communication strategies
Day 3: Design Principles and Master Planning
- Design theory and application in landscape architecture
- Master planning and site design processes
- Sustainable design practices and green infrastructure
- Visual communication and presentation techniques
Day 4: Grading, Drainage, and Stormwater Management
- Grading principles and earthwork calculations
- Drainage systems design and analysis
- Stormwater management best practices
- Erosion control and soil stabilization techniques
Day 5: Construction Documentation and Exam Preparation
- Construction plans, details, and specifications
- Cost estimating and bidding processes
- Construction administration and project closeout
- LARE exam strategies and practice questions
Practical Wins for Participants
- Comprehensive study materials and practice questions for all LARE sections
- Improved time management and problem-solving skills for the exam
- Networking opportunities with fellow landscape architects and instructors
- Increased confidence and readiness to pass the LARE exam
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