Portland Community College | Portland, Oregon

1. Apply an understanding of the various skills and knowledge used in the field and business by landscape construction professionals while taking the LCP licensing exam.
2. Use an understanding of the function and purpose of the Oregon Landscape Contractors Board, its licensing requirements and procedures to work as a licensed professional within State of Oregon.
 

Lecture time will provide a review of the construction knowledge and skills necessary for a licensed landscape construction professional
(LCP), and to manage a successful landscape construction business in the State of Oregon. Resources, demonstrations, and materials will
be provided to help with the review for future completion of each section of the LCP exam.

Participate in, and contribute to all class discussions and activities.
Take scheduled weekly quizzes and final comprehensive examination.

Review of topics to include:
Oregon State laws and rules governing the LCP and LCB licensing
Management of a licensed landscape contracting business: permits and licensing needed, business models, standard business practices, lien law and process
Plant Material and Turf Grass: identification, cultural information and use in the landscape
General Construction:
Fencing, Decks and Arbors
Retaining Walls - concrete, stone and masonry
Paving – concrete and modular pavers
Low Voltage Lighting
General Safety, Soil Science, Estimation and
Chemicals:
Grading and Drainage: surface and subsurface,
erosion control, differential leveling and slopes, topography
map interpretation, cut and fill
Irrigation: components and installation, schematic plan
reading, hydraulics and design for standard and drip systems
Backflow Devices: types and operation