HORT 253
Landscape Construction
Joliet Junior College · UGRD · Fall 2026
Catalog description
Landscape construction will be the main topic of this course. Landscape construction technology related to surveying, use of the steel tape, building material installation procedures to include paver-and-edge-restraint installation, retaining wall installation, grading and drainage procedures, skid-steer operation, ornamental pond installation and maintenance, trailer hook-up and tractor tie down, concrete installation, preparation procedures, and pricing will be discussed. When possible, skills related to current landscape construction technology will be practiced through hands-on experiences. Certified landscape technician information may be consulted. Student skills relating to surveying, grading, equipment use and operation, bidding, and other construction features will be enhanced. ~
Sections
Current meeting, instructor, credit, and enrollment details
Section
11 openSeats: 4/15 seats Last recorded: Aug 15, 2026, 4:58 PM- Days & times
- Th · 8:00 – 11:55 AMTh · 7:45 – 9:45 AM
- Meeting dates
- Sep 7 – Dec 18
- Location
- Greenhouse 1002
- Instructor
- Bartz, David A.
Section notes
Instructional method: Lecture; Final Exam