Interest in precision working to survey sites and to prepare drawings and sketches
Interest in analyzing information to assess site data and prepare reports
Interest in assisting landscape architects in designing landscaped environments
The interest code helps you figure out if you’d like to work in a particular occupation. It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective and Social.
Each set of 3 interest codes is listed in order of importance.
A code in capital letters means it’s a strong fit for the occupation.
A code in all lowercase letters means the fit is weaker.
Landscape architectural technologists primarily are involved in the technical aspects of planning, designing and developing:
Duties vary from one position to another but, in general, landscape architectural technologists:
Initially, designs and plans are prepared by landscape architects and must be sketched and drafted for presentation to and approval by the client. Sometimes scale models are constructed to give the client a better picture of the proposed project.
Landscape architectural technologists work indoors in office environments and outdoors on construction sites. They usually work standard office hours but overtime may be required to meet project deadlines.
Landscape architectural technologists need the following characteristics:
They should enjoy using instruments and equipment to perform tasks requiring precision, analyzing information and taking a methodical approach to their work, and assisting landscape architects.
Landscape architectural technologists need broad technical knowledge combined with an understanding of the aesthetic and functional aspects of natural and ornamental landscapes.
Program graduates may join the Alberta Association of Landscape Architects as Landscape Architectural Technology (LAT) members.
Landscape architectural technologists are employed by:
With additional education, experienced landscape architectural technologists may obtain certification in specific areas such as irrigation design or contract administration. Some experienced technologists establish their own businesses.
Landscape architectural technologists are part of the larger 2011 National Occupational Classification 2225: Landscape and Horticultural Technicians and Specialists. In Alberta, 84% of people employed in this classification work in the following industries:
The employment outlook in this occupation will be influenced by a wide variety of factors including:
Employment turnover is expected to increase as members of the baby boom generation retire over the next few years.
| Wages* | Low (5th percentile) | High (95th percentile) | Average | Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting | $13.00 | $47.57 | $25.91 | $24.70 |
| Overall | $13.00 | $57.69 | $29.65 | $28.29 |
| Top | $17.00 | $57.69 | $33.21 | $32.00 |
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* All wage estimates are hourly except where otherwise indicated. Wages and salaries do not include overtime hours, tips, benefits, profit shares, bonuses (unrelated to production) and other forms of compensation.
High Reliability, represents a CV of less than or equal to 6.00% and 30 survey observations and/or represents 50% or more of all estimated employment for the occupation.
Alberta Association of Landscape Architects (AALA) website: www.aala.ab.ca
BuildForce Canada website: www.buildforce.ca
Canadian Society of Landscape Architects (CSLA) website: www.csla.ca
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Updated Nov 01, 2010. The information contained in this profile is current as of the dates shown. Salary, employment outlook and educational program information may change without notice. It is advised that you confirm this information before making any career decisions.