Spring 2014
Horticulture 276: Concrete Construction; 3.5 credits
Course Description
Introduces basic concrete and masonry construction techniques. Appropriate material choices
and site preparation included. Students practice skills through construction of simple projects.
Prerequisites: Placement into Math 080 or higher, Hort 103 and Hort 174
Location: FIR 109
Time: Tuesday 8– 11am
[http://campus.edcc.edu/]
Saturday 4.19.14, 8am-12pm
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
Instructor: Randy Sibley
Office Hours: by appointment
Office Location: RLH 101
Best means to contact instructor is by email. I will
respond when possible within 24 hours during the
week and within 48 hours on the weekend.
Telephone: 425-640-1827
Email: rsibley@edcc.edu
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK
Graphic Guide to Site Construction; Rob Thallon and Stan Jones
Taunton Press; ISBN 1-56158-549-1
Available at: Edmonds CC Bookstore:www.edcc.edu/bookstore
Computer Resources: Computers are available in a wide variety of locations across campus. The
campus also has a wireless network available for students. See www.edcc.edu/acs/facilities.html for
a complete list of locations and resources, and see START at www.edcc.edu/eLearning for student
technical assistance.
MATERIALS
All tools and materials are supplied for projects in class. Students may choose to construct a
small project on their own and will need to supply their own tools and supplies.
COURSE OBJECTIVES/OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
1. Identify and describe the aesthetic and functional aspects of available materials for
construction of landscape paths, patios and walls. [REASON]
2. Identify and describe construction techniques of paving with concrete, pavers and stone.
[COMMUNICATE]
3. Demonstrate appropriate techniques to estimate quantities of materials required for a patio
or path. [REASON]
4. Demonstrate skills and knowledge in order to construct and set a wooden form for a small
concrete pour. [ACT]
These course level objectives and program level objectives can be found online at:
http://catalog.edcc.edu
eLearning: This class is supplemented with an eLearning class website. Those resources
include the following:
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Students can access those resources at (Canvas) For more information about eLearning
classes, visit http://www.edcc.edu/eLearning
Students will find the course syllabus, a course calendar, reading assignments, online
quizzes, and the location of a tab where you will turn in your assignments.
There will be additional information available on the Canvas site. You may also use the
Canvas class site to interact with both the instructor and other students in the class to
enhance your learning experience. Please take the time to upload your bio onto Canvas.
Please check on the Canvas site on a regular basis for announcements and updates for
the class at least twice a week.
Student Technical Support: Contact START at 425.640.1101.
COURSE POLICIES
Be sure to dress for working outside. You will need warm clothes that you don’t mind dirtying,
rainwear, sturdy shoes and gloves. Safety equipment will be provided when using power tools.
Sturdy shoes and gloves are required equipment. If you arrive for class without these
items you will not be allowed to participate and will receive a zero for that class.
Please turn cell phones off or to vibrate.
GRADING
Points
5
2
15
15
5
2
25
Number
4
1
1
1
1
9
1
20
2
15
15
5
18
25
Description
Reading quizzes
Service Learning
Personal Project Critique
Group or Individual
Project
Class Project
Attendance
Saturday Build
100
There is a calendar on Canvas with due dates for all assignments.
Reading quizzes will be taken online. There will be a due date for each quiz after which the quiz
will not be available.
Since quizzes are online you will receive your grade immediately. You will have unlimited
attempts. Be careful with spelling.
There will be opportunities for extra credit.
Attendance is required. It is worth 18% of your grade. There are no excused absences. You do
however have opportunities to earn extra credit to make up for missed classes.
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Policy on V and I Grades: these can be found in the online college catalog
(http://catalog.edcc.edu) on the Academic Requirements page, under Student Grades.
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Policy on S, U, and N Grades: these can be found in the online college catalog
(http://catalog.edcc.edu) on the Academic Requirements page, under Student Grades.
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Academic Integrity. See the - Sample
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Plagiarism Reference: Reference Information
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Institutional Withdrawal Policy.
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Please see the Student Rights, Freedoms and Responsibilities at Edmonds Community
College: http://catalog.edcc.edu/content.php?catoid=23&navoid=6810. This document
includes Guidelines for Student Conduct and information on disciplinary procedures.
COURSE EXPECTATIONS
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Students will have different expectations for their careers and thus different learning
outcome focuses. Therefore it will be important for students to be responsible for their own
learning goals. Students also have different learning styles. The instructor will make every
attempt to provide alternative means to access information of the course. Some of the
activities will require hands on participation and therefore class attendance and participation
is essential.
STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION: WWW.EDCC.EDU/STUDENTS
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Academic Calendar:www.edcc.edu/calendar/academic.html
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Advising:www.edcc.edu/advising
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Center for Student Engagement and Leadership:www.edcc.edu/csel
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College Policies and Procedures: http://catalog.edcc.edu
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Counseling and Resource Center:www.edcc.edu/counseling
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Diversity Student Center:www.edcc.edu/dsc
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eLearning Information:www.edcc.edu/elearning
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Enrollment Services: www.edcc.edu/es
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Learning Support Center (Tutoring):www.edcc.edu/lsc
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Library, including online resources: www.edcc.edu/library
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Services for Students with Disabilities:www.edcc.edu/ssd
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Student Printing Guidelines:www.edcc.edu/acs/printing
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Student Support Resources:www.edcc.edu/support
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TRIO:www.edcc.edu/trio
FINAL EXAM/MEETING OF CLASS
Our final meeting is June 17 – final exam
COLLEGE POLICIES
If you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact Services for Students with
Disabilities at MLT 159, 425.640.1320, ssdmail@edcc.edu