Minor in Landscape Architecture
The minor in Landscape Architecture is open to all majors interested in pairing their studies with the exploration and problem-solving issues related to design, environmentalism and public space.
Three general education (GE) courses offered by the department count towards the 24-unit requirement to achieve the Landscape Architecture Minor Award. The program is a mix of applied skill-building and theory that involve forays into geographic information systems (GIS), plant science, visual communication, and design history.
Students are encouraged to meet with their Landscape Architecture Minor advisor at least once a year. For information, contact:
Kyle Brown
Professor and Interim LA Minor Advisor
Department of Landscape Architecture
kdbrown@cpp.edu
A total of 24 units are required to complete the minor program. Up to nine (9) units that apply towards the minor also satisfy Cal Poly Pomona's general education (GE) requirements.
Minor Required Core (18 Units)
| Course Number | Course Title | G.E. Credit |
|---|---|---|
| LA 1771 | Reading and Representing the Landscape | Area E |
| LA 2261 | History I: History of Landscape Design | Area C1 |
| LA 2441 | Plant Ecology and Design | -- |
| LA 2771 | Environmental Design Theory | Area C2 |
| LA 3581 | Geodesign Fundamentals for Environmental Designers | -- |
| LA 4781 | Urban Green Infrastructure | -- |
Minor Electives (6 units)
Lower Division Elective (3 units from the following)
| Course Number | Course Title | G.E. Credit |
|---|---|---|
| LA 1581 | Introduction to Visual Communication Design | -- |
| LA/EWS 2250 | The Japanese American Experience and the California Landscape | Area F |
| LA 2271 | History II: Modern Landscapes | Area C1 |
Upper Division Elective (3 units from the following)
| Course Number | Course Title |
|---|---|
| LA 4251 | Asian Gardens |
| LA 4782 | Evolving Issues in Environmental Design |
| LA 4990 | Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-3 units) |