Graduate Liberal Arts<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p> <\/p>"},"learning_outcomes":{"label":"Program Learning Outcomes","slug":"learning_outcomes","content":"<!-- PLOs from PS --><p>Graduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:<\/p><p>Design Proposals<\/p><ul>\t<li>Demonstrate basic command of the key principles, systems, and elements of design that inform two- and three- dimensional planning and design as well as graphic composition<\/li>\t<li>Produce defensible design and planning proposals that reflect an awareness of the historical, ecological and climatic factors of a given site<\/li>\t<li>Creatively solve planning and design problems<\/li><\/ul><p>Research and Design Process<\/p><ul>\t<li>Conduct sufficient research and analyze findings at appropriate junctures in the planning and design process<\/li>\t<li>Explore sufficient concepts and alternatives, and test them against relevant criteria and standards<\/li><\/ul><p>Natural Systems<\/p><ul>\t<li>Identify and evaluate key features and processes found on a site (such as soil types, individual plant species, plant communities, wildlife, climatic conditions, and hydrology) to determine design opportunities and constraints<\/li><\/ul><p>Human and Social Factors<\/p><ul>\t<li>Demonstrate an understanding of the complexities that exist between human behavior and outdoor space in planning and design proposals<\/li><\/ul><p>Technical Systems and Materials<\/p><ul>\t<li>Apply the principles of sustainability when planning and designing grading and drainage plans<\/li>\t<li>Select and evaluate materials that will both enhance the aesthetic and ecological qualities of a given site and provide for the programmatic requirements of the client and\/or user group<\/li><\/ul><p>History, Theory, and Criticism<\/p><ul>\t<li>Demonstrate an awareness of fundamental design traditions, ideas, and influences in planning and design proposals<\/li><\/ul><p>Visual and Verbal Communication<\/p><ul>\t<li>Consolidate research and present ideas in concise and convincing verbal and written presentations<\/li>\t<li>Successfully apply various graphic media to clearly communicate ideas and concepts that reflect the design process and project proposals<\/li><\/ul><p>Professional Readiness<\/p><ul>\t<li>Produce a professional portfolio demonstrating their skills and design process<\/li><\/ul>"}}"
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