Registration Eligibility
None
Start Date
05/20/2021
End Date
05/20/2021
Description
This course examines the science, principles, strategies and goals of vegetated green infrastructure, including soils characterists, plant selection, stormwater management, planting and installation practices.
Distance Learning
Yes
Course Equivalency
No
Subjects
Sustainable Development & Design
Health, Safety and Welfare
Yes
Hours
7.0
Learning Outcomes
Learners will be able to describe the benefits of green infrastructure (GI) and how plant water conservation strategies improved stormwater management. Learner will be able to distinguish native, non-native and naturalized plant species.
Learners will be able to discuss plant /soil evapotranspiration performance and methods to improve soil conditions to ensure plant health and longevity.
Learners will be able to describe building-integrated green infrastructure plant selection criteria, which take into account site constraints, building roof deck slope, drainage systems, and existing microclimates.
Learners will be able to apply planting strategies for optimal outcomes, including plant material size and type, creatiing successful plant communities by selecting certain plant combinations, installation practices necessary for quick establishment and lower plant mortality, and establishing proper irrigation and stormwater practices.
Instructors
Mary Ann Uhlmann
Course Codes
052021W0830
Provider
HalfMoon Education Inc.