Techniques in Greenspace Management

Code:

AP2005

Acronym:

AP2005

Level:

200

Keywords
Classification	Keyword
OFICIAL	Landscape Architecture

Instance: 2019/2020 - 2S

Active?	Yes
Web Page:	https://zoom.us/j/384456419
Responsible unit:	Department of Geosciences, Environment and Spatial Plannings
Course/CS Responsible:	Bachelor in Landscape Architecture

Cycles of Study/Courses

Acronym	No. of Students	Study Plan	Curricular Years	Credits UCN	Credits ECTS	Contact hours	Total Time
L:AP	18	Official Study Plan	2	-	6	56	162

Teaching language

Suitable for English-speaking students

Objectives

It is intended that students are able to apply the acquired technical knowledge to landscape architecture practice, in any professional environment: design, installation, inspection, maintenance and management of green spaces.

Learning outcomes and competences

Trees and shrubs 1) control the reference techniques for the installation of ornamental plants; 2) identify and address the main constraints for trees in the urban environment; 3) recognize the importance of proper training of ornamental plants; 4) recognize the main pests and diseases of ornamental plants andhow to treat them; 5) use available technology for inventory and management of trees in cities.

Meadows and lawns 1) identify and characterize the main grass species prescribing them properly; 2) use the reference techniques for the installation of various types of meadows and lawns.

Sustainable water management 1) understand the rudiments of hydraulics; 2) master water conservation techniques.

Working method

À distância

Pre-requirements (prior knowledge) and co-requirements (common knowledge)

Previous knowledge of pedology and hydrology, plant ecophysiology and  Landscape design.

Program

Trees and shrubs 1. Planting, installing and maintaining evergreen shrubs and ornamental trees; 2. Tree health: signs and symptoms; diseases of street trees and gardens trees; 3. Tree Diagnosis in urban environment: the Visual Tree Assessment method (VTA); diagnosis supporting tools, tree risk assessment, the CODIT model; 4. Tree management in urban space: Databases and Geographic Information Systems.

Meadows and lawns 1. Characterization of the main grass species and alternative species: morphology and growth; climate adaptation,; 2. The environment of lawns: atmospheric, edaphic and biotic; 3. Meadows and lawns installation: soil preparation, aftercare facility; 4. Cultural operations: main cultural techniques (cutting, fertilization, irrigation) and others (scrolling, top dressing).

Sustainable Management of Water 1. Watering systems: implementation and automation; 2. Water Conservation: identification of the main problems, techniques for reducing consumption and waste of water.

Mandatory literature

Christians Nick Edward 1949-; Fundamentals of turfgrass management. ISBN: 1-57504-051-4
Harris Richard Wilson 1920-; Arboriculture. ISBN: 9780130888822
Rakow Donald Andrew, 1951- 220; Public garden management. ISBN: 9780470532133
Antoni Falcón; Espacios verdes para una ciudad sostenible, 2010. ISBN: 978-8425221378

Complementary Bibliography

Shigo Alex L. 1930-; Arboricultura moderna
Michau Emmanuel; A poda das árvores ornamentais. ISBN: 978-972-95951-4-1
Larry E. Keesen; The Complete Irrigation Workbook: Design, Installation, Maintenance and Water Management, 2013. ISBN:  978-1482778250
Watkins John 340; The management & maintenance of historic parks, gardens & landscapes. ISBN: 9780711224391

Teaching methods and learning activities

The adopted methodology combines the lecture method with the discussion of the main themes, its applications in everyday life and analysis of case studies focusing on examples of good and bad practices considered relevant.

The development and application of knowledge will be further ensured by outdoor classes and field trips relating to each of the addressed subjects. The evaluation takes place at the end of each module covering both the theoretical and practical component.

keywords

Natural sciences > Biological sciences > Botany > Gardening
Natural sciences > Environmental science > Water science > Integrated management of water
Natural sciences > Agrarian Sciences > Phytothechny > Arboriculture
Technological sciences > Architecture > Landscape architecture

Evaluation Type

Distributed evaluation without final exam

Assessment Components

designation	Weight (%)
Trabalho prático ou de projeto	20,00
Participação presencial	40,00
Trabalho escrito	40,00
Total:	100,00

Amount of time allocated to each course unit

designation	Time (hours)
Frequência das aulas	49,00
Trabalho de campo
Estudo autónomo	30,00
Trabalho escrito	56,00
Total:	135,00

Eligibility for exams

1. Attendance: mandatory presence at 75% of practical classes and in all study visits.

2. Fulfillment of all the evaluation moments:

2.1 Delivery and presentation of the practical work - a maintenance plan for a public green space to be selected

2.2 Delivery of the theoretical test or short dissertation on public green space maintenance

Calculation formula of final grade

FINAL RATING =   Theoretical Dissertation (individual)*0.4 + Group Work*0.6

Observations

Since March 12, all classes have been taught at a distance, in synchronous mode, maintaining the usual schedules.

The practical and theoretical programs were adapted to this new modality as well as the evaluation methodology.