Information Package / Course Catalogue
Landscape Construction II
Course Code: PM318
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 2
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 5
Objectives of the Course

The aim of this course is to develop the competency to solve construction problems encountered in landscape architecture applications, to decide among alternative technical approaches, and to convert selected solutions into implementation details. Within this scope, students learn the material properties, construction techniques, and technical specification requirements of paving and flooring systems, timber landscape structures, fences, independent walls, water features, and landscape furniture elements; and they acquire the skill to produce CAD-supported detail drawings, sections, and implementation plans. The course also addresses the relationship between infrastructure projects and landscape construction decisions, and the technical solutions aimed at mitigating environmental impacts.

Course Content

The course comprehensively covers the main application areas of landscape construction. Paving and flooring systems (concrete pavers, natural stone, granular and open-cell pavements), timber landscape structures (decks, platforms, stairs, railings), fences and independent walls, ornamental pools, landscape bridges, and furniture elements (site furnishings, signage, children's play equipment) are among the main topics. Each construction system is addressed in terms of material selection, ground preparation, application process, maintenance-repair requirements, and detailing in CAD environment. Coordination with infrastructure systems (drainage, irrigation, electrical) and construction solutions for mitigating environmental impacts in large-scale projects are also included in the curriculum. Assessment is based on written exams, class participation/performance, and assignments. In-semester evaluation consists of participation/performance, assignments, and midterm exam totalling 40%. End-of-semester evaluation is based on the final exam (60%).

Name of Lecturer(s)
Assoc. Prof. Özgür KAMER AKSOY
Learning Outcomes
1.Defines and comparatively evaluates landscape construction systems (paving, timber structures, fences-walls, water features, furniture) in terms of material properties, construction processes, and technical specification requirements.
2.Makes justified decisions among different construction alternatives based on technical, environmental, and economic criteria; and converts the selected solution into implementation details.
3.Produces construction details, sections, and implementation plans in a CAD environment, coordinated with infrastructure systems (drainage, irrigation, electrical).
4.Examines construction solutions in large-scale landscape projects from the perspectives of environmental impact mitigation, maintenance-repair requirements, and life-cycle cost.
5.Effectively contributes to professional project production processes by adapting construction knowledge to planning/design office, site, and public institution contexts.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Uzun, G., 2012. Peyzaj Konstrüksiyonu II, Çukurova Üniversitesi Ziraat Fakültesi Yayınları No: 137, Ders Kitapları Yayın No: 42, Adana.
2.Sauter, David, 2011. Landscape Construction. 3rd Edition, Delmar, Cengage Learning, NY, USA, ISBN-13: 978-1-4354-9718-4
3.Neufert, E., 2023. Neufert - Yapı Tasarımı. Beta Yayınları
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical & Practice
Course scope and delivery; the professional importance of landscape construction, basic concepts, and drawing standards.
Week 2 - Theoretical & Practice
Paving systems: material classification, ground preparation, and drainage design.
Week 3 - Theoretical & Practice
Concrete and unit paving stones: technical properties, paving details, application plans.
Week 4 - Theoretical & Practice
Dry-laid stone pavements and natural stone selection criteria; detail drawings.
Week 5 - Theoretical & Practice
Mortared pavements: applied examples and technical specification requirements.
Week 6 - Theoretical & Practice
Granular, grass pavers, and open-cell pavements; environmental impact assessment and CAD details.
Week 7 - Theoretical & Practice
Outdoor timber materials: wood types, impregnation, surface treatments, and durability.
Week 8 - Theoretical & Practice
Timber decks and platforms: structural design, detail drawings, and application process.
Week 9 - Theoretical & Practice
Timber stairs, railings, and seating-skirting elements: structural calculations and details.
Week 10 - Theoretical & Practice
Overhead structures (pergola, arbour, gazebo): structural design and infrastructure coordination.
Week 11 - Theoretical & Practice
Fences and free-standing/supported walls: material alternatives, load analysis, and detail drawings.
Week 12 - Theoretical & Practice
Water features: ornamental pools, waterfalls, bridges; waterproofing and technical details.
Week 13 - Theoretical & Practice
Landscape furniture elements: site furnishings, signage, children's play equipment, outdoor kitchens; standards and installation details.
Week 14 - Theoretical & Practice
Edge details, planter systems, tree protection equipment; end-of-semester portfolio assessment.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Attending Lectures1%5
Assignment4%20
Midterm Examination1%15
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory140235
Lecture - Practice141242
Assignment2318
Individual Work1145
Midterm Examination111112
Final Examination122123
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)125
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
PÇ-11
PÇ-12
OÇ-1
5
5
OÇ-2
5
5
OÇ-3
5
5
OÇ-4
5
5
OÇ-5
5
5
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026