Certificate in Urban Landscapes

University of Cincinnati

The certificate in urban landscapes curriculum expands basic knowledge of building and landscape design to address the role of plant life in the sustainable urban environment. Upon completion of this certificate, students will be able to: Recognize the urban systems that support life and current issues in their sustainable development. Recognize the favorable conditions for urban landscape restoration and improved quality of life. Describe the role of plant life in the urban landscape’s social, economic, and ecological functions. Apply the basic principles of sustainable landscape design and construction to the development of an urban site.