Best part of job

What is the best part of your job?

What is the pay

What is the pay of the job

And what kind of education do you need for it

And what are the hours and what is the vacation time?

Answer to your questions

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Geometry

How is geometry used in this profession?

Geometry and landscaping

Good question! While a landscape architect does not necessarily use geometry directly, we use it indirectly on a regular basis.

For example, when we prepare grading plans we need to calculate slopes to determine runoff of water or the pitch on a sidewalk to make sure it meets American with Disabilities Act standards. To make these calculations one would need to solve different dimensions of a triangle and this is geometry. Another application would be in the calculation of materials need for irregularly shaped areas. Yet another application would be in the layout of walks, streets, parking areas or lots in a subdivision.

You see, a landscape architect does more than just planting trees! I hope this helps.

Pay

What is the pay for the whole year?

The Pay

Allen: look at the "Quick Stats" at this link: http://www.careers.iptv.org/enhanced/1052/ec_profile.cfm

What is the best part?

To me the best part of the job would have to be the hours if you own your own buisness and you are doing your own thing the hours are prettty much what you want them to be!

tree's

I love to plant trees

Cool site

I thought that your site was very educational and taught me alot. I am now considering a career as a landscape architect.

Older person and education

My husband wants to pursue landscape architecture in his retirement at age 56. If he starts with community college will he be able to find work with just a 2 year degree? He loves being outdoors and is getting his master gardener certification now. Thanks for any info.

College recommendation

What college would be best for architecture?

Labor Unions

What are some Landscape Architect labor unions?

Join an association

Landscape architects typically do not join labor unions. It is common for landscape architects to join what are called professional associations. The American Society of Landscape Architects is the main one in this country. As a landscape architect you would join the national society and the local state group as well. Check out www.ASLA.org for more information and other links. I hope this helps.

How does a LA get paid?

Does a Landscape Architect get paid based on the drawings that he or she draws, or is it based on the hours worked?

Landscaping pay

Pay for landscape architects can take many forms just like other occupations. The most common form is a salary, although some entry positions do pay hourly. Some LAs do work on a negotiated fee basis or by the job. These are usually individuals who are working on their own and not through an office.

Triangles

How do you use triangles in your job? I am doing a geometry report. Thanks.

Changing careers at age 40?

I'm 35 years old and am interested in possibly changing to a landscape architecture career. Since I have no background in the field I assume I would have to do a three year master's degree program. Is there potential in this field for a 40-year old entry-level landscape architect?

Go For It

Most definitely. Career opportunities for landscape architects have never been better. Current graduates from accredited programs are enjoying multiple job opportunities. If you're seriously considering a career change, I would recommend shadowing several different landscape architects to determine which direction to pursue as there are many different career paths one can take in the profession. For more information, visit www.asl.org

Male Dominated?

I am a woman, age 35, also exploring the possibility of a career change to landscape architecture. However, I am getting the sense that it is a very male-dominated field, though I have yet to come across any demographics. Is this true? If so, do you know of any published information on the demographics?

Check Web Site

I am surprised that you feel this is a male dominated profession as I have found it to be one of the easiest for women to enter and advance. For specific demographic information I would contact the ASLA at www.asla.org Hope this helps, Bob

Stumped on abbreviation

I am trying to figure out, looking at an old planting diagram, what the designation "95% SPD" means. Cannot figure out via the Internet at least what SPD stands for. Would anyone know?

Thanks!

Tests Compaction

SPD means Standard Procter Density which is a means to test compaction on materials like gravel or soil. 95% would be the density desired.

Proctor test

Where could I get the data chart? We have one of these testers, but don't have the data to use it.

Education

What kind of education do you need to start a career as a Landscape Architect? Bachelor's? Master's degree? Is there an internship phase like with other architects?

Education for LA

To practice as a Landscape Architect, one needs a bachelor's degree from a program in Landscape Architecture. A master's degree is not necessary. To practice in Iowa, one needs to be registered which requires a degree from an accredited LA program, four years' work under a licensed LA and the passing of an exam. Requirements vary from state to state. Regarding internship programs, most schools strongly encourage that students spend time as an intern. Hope this helps. Bob

Community college?

I have a quick question. I am currently enrolled in 2 community colleges. I will have 45 units after this summer and was wondering if I should stay and get my AA degree or should i just apply at a 4-year university with the Landscape Architect degree?

Talk to an advisor

You should make an appointment with an advisor in the landscape architecture department of a university you may like to attend. They can advise you on what would tranfer and the advantage of completing the AA degree.

Software

What type of software do you use?

Punch Pro Platinum 3000

I use a program called Punch Pro Platinum 3000 and it works really well for me. This program costs around $200-230, but the return for it is it can also be used to put the exsisting house plan into the program, then design your landscaping, and even take your client through a walk-through tour of the new landscaping site.

Education

What kind of education do I need?

Education & More

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