adobe_dreamweaver

2008-10-06T17:37:26-05:00

Adobe Dreamweaver Step 1: Open up the program. Choose a basic template if you would like, or start from scratch with code or design view. The design view is basically a preview of the webpage you are creating; however, in code view you see all the written code that creates the design page.

ananya

2007-05-30T16:59:33-05:00

Cellphone: 814-571-4297 Email: azw108@psu.edu Click on hours worked on the calendar to view task description Back to the main page

autocad

2008-10-08T16:21:59-05:00

How To a. Importing Raster Images Before adding in a raster image create a new layer, this will make it easier to display the image by turning that layer off and on. Click the 'insert' tab and choose 'Raster Imaging reference.' Select the image that you want to import off the computer. Once the image is present you can choose anywhere to specify an entry point. Specify your entry point by clicking anywhere on the screen. Specify how big you want the image to be on the screen by dragging…

blogger

2008-10-06T17:42:35-05:00

Create e-Portfolio with Blogger.com Sample e-Portfolio with Blogger.com Step 1: 1. Go to 2. Create a Google account 3. If already obtained a Google Account, sign in 4. Create your display name

cad

2009-11-23T15:19:57-05:00

CAD Group * What is CAD/3-D modeling? Computer Aided Design (CAD) is a tool used in the process of conceptual design, and utilized in the fields of architecture, engineering and landscape contracting. AutoCAD and Google SketchUp are two widely used CAD based programs in the Landscape Contracting industry. They are both powerful programs that can be used for 3-D design. AutoCAD contains a complex set of commands which requires specific and intensive training. However, SketchUp is a progr…

classwikis

2007-05-25T16:43:35-05:00

This page is for class wikis. Hort 120

computer_rendering_group

2009-11-23T10:43:47-05:00

Computer Rendering 1. What is Computer Rendering? Computer rendering is a means of adding color, texture, and detail to a 2D image or 3D model. Rendering programs add detail through the use of graphics that enhance the existing model. For the purpose of this class, only 2D images will be rendered. 3D models are mainly used in larger projects due to their complexity and the amount of time involved. For the purposes of this class this is what it is:

content

2007-06-19T12:51:44-05:00

* ApachePas - allows zope to delegate authentication concern to Apache * AtomFeeds - enables an Atom feed to be generated any time there is syndicated content and syndication is turned on * AutoMemberMarkerPasPlugin - a PAS plugin that, in conjunction with apachepas, integrates Plone with Apache authentication. Using ApachePas and AutoMemberMarkerPasPlugin, you can configure your plone site so any users known to your LDAP, Kerberos, Shibboleth, or CoSign (AKA webaccess) system--or indeed an…

contentworkflow

2007-06-05T12:01:55-05:00

Content Workflow This page lists the content workflow for different types of media. It will describe how to take raw content and prepare it for use on the web, in a movie, or whatever form you need. The content areas include: * Video files from a video camera or VHS tape * Pictures * Text

deliverables

2008-08-13T12:53:00-05:00

Deliverables Note: Photos and a CAD drawing will be provided to all students All assignments are listed in Angel ePortfolio (30%) -Website (10%) -Assignment (10%) -Final Project (10%)

designcontent

2007-06-28T14:27:13-05:00

This page discusses the structure, design and content of the website. It will provide some guidelines that we should keep in mind for our final design and content. On this page, you can also provide some comments and feedbacks on what you would like to see on the website. To add/edit your comment, click 'edit' button located end of the discussion section. Please refer to for the wiki syntax.

designlayout

2007-06-05T15:57:54-05:00

This page has some links to the Plone visual theme projects. We would like to use this template instead of creating one on our own. The template is highly customized. We will be able to change colors. The idea here is to get general idea of how the design and layout should look like.

editingtips

2007-05-25T16:01:53-05:00

This page outlines the style guidlines for editing the wiki. Plese use these guidlines to give our pages a standard look and feel. * Each page should have the title at the top with the title formatted with H1

eportfolio_group

2008-10-07T16:54:29-05:00

1. What is it? An e-portfolio is a web-based information management system using electronic media. It should consist of well organized information that provides a means to continually evaluate talents, abilities, projects, and goals. This can be either on a business, academic, or personal level. The creator builds and maintains a digital repository of artifacts which can be displayed via the internet.

free_sites

2008-09-09T19:49:49-05:00

Free Blog Sites A blog site is a chronological log of thoughts and ideas published on an online web page. Blogs are free to view and can be a helpful tool for gathering up-to-date information about many aspects of the Landscape Contracting field. It is important to research the author of a blog to ensure the quality of the information you are accessing. Many blog pages have an 'About Me' category that gives you information on the author; this is often a good starting point when visiting a blog…

google_pages

2008-08-11T14:36:16-05:00

Step 1: * Setup a G-mail account at * You then select user name and password Step 2: * Log on to your Google page by going to * Log into your site with your user name and password which will take you to the site manager

google_sites

2008-10-06T17:26:52-05:00

Google Sites Google Sites is Google’s new web site creator that has taken the place of Google Pages. To create a website at Google Site: Step 1: Go to to create a Google account * Under “Required information for Google Account,” do the following: * Enter a current email address of your choice to be used as your user ID * Choose a password. (The password must be minimum of 8 characters in length) * Confirm your password

hort120

2007-05-25T16:51:17-05:00

This is the wiki for Hort 120.

image_editor

2008-08-11T15:48:57-05:00

Image Editor Step 1: Open the program and select your hardiness zone and click “OK”. Step 2: Select “START NEW PROJECT” and click “OK”. Step 3: From a folder of your choice, select the photo that you would like to work with. Step 4: Once the photo is loaded click “MAXIMIZE” and then use the “ZOOM” tool to enlarge to desired size.

installzopeplone

2007-06-14T15:57:04-05:00

Install Zope/Plone $sudo apt-get install python2.4-dev python2.4-libxml2 build-essential $wget $tar xfvz Zope-2.9.5-final.tgz $cd Zope-2.9.5-final $./configure --with-python=/usr/bin/python2.4 --prefix=/usr/local/zope

iweb

2008-10-07T19:11:15-05:00

iWeb What is iWeb?- iWeb is an iLife application to help you create stylish or professional websites quickly and easily. The iLife Media Browser gives you the freedom to upload your own photos, movies, and music on your site. You can republish your website any time as needed by switching templates.

labrebuild

2007-05-25T15:58:28-05:00

This page documents the rebuild project for the lab for Summer 2007. The lab will be rebuilt once all the new hardware and software are here. We need to find out if our request for hand me down machines will be honored. This will help us determine what hardware to purchase.

landscape-wiki

2007-07-31T14:38:49-05:00

Welcome to the Penn State Landscape Contracting Hort 120 Wiki This wiki is for Hort. 120, Computer Applications for Landscape Contracting. The subject for the class is information technologies related to the landscape industry. Feel free to look around. If you're a current student in Hort 120 then you can log in and edit the content. Please note that this login is different than your univesity login.

mediaproject

2007-07-16T19:11:47-05:00

This page outlines the media project into three areas. * Design/Content Areas * To Do 1 * Base Technology * Install Server * Virtual or not * OS * Zope/Plone * Content Workflow * Rip all DVDs to computer for editing * Create Landscape Contracting movie to show parents and potential students * Create short movies for content in new website

mike

2007-05-30T16:59:50-05:00

Cellphone: 814-571-5797 Email: mer6@psu.edu Back to the main page

mikez

2007-05-30T17:06:29-05:00

Cellphone: Email: mez5001@psu.edu Back to the main page

outlook2007config

2007-05-31T10:12:23-05:00

This is for Penn State webmail server The Internet Email Settings User Information * Enter your full name and your full email address Server Information * Account Type: POP3 * Incoming Mail Server: email.psu.edu or mail.psu.edu * Outgoing Mail Server: smtp.psu.edu

photo_imaging

2009-11-23T15:20:47-05:00

1. What is photo imaging? Photo imaging used in the landscape industry is the process of altering digital photos, traditional photos, or even hand-drawn illustrations. These alterations are accomplished by incorporating plants, hardscapes, and other features into the pre-existing image. Photo imaging is used by the designer to enable the visualization of the final design. This visual image gives the client a better perception of the designs layout. A demonstration of photo imaging software …

photo_imaging_3d

2008-10-08T15:04:55-05:00

Photo Imaging 3D Image editor allows you to visualize your model in a 3 dimensional view. This allows you to present your model from every angle and can make your ideas be come more realistic. The following steps will provide a simple tutorial. Step 1: Make sure that your entire image is visible and centered on the Image Editor window. Use the zoom tools which are the magnifying glasses located on the tool bar at the top of the window. Save your work.

photo_imaging_before_and_after

2008-10-08T15:15:35-05:00

Photo Imaging Before and After One feature of before and after photos are that you can show the drastic changes that are possible through photo imaging. It helps to show the dynamic changes that can take place. This tool is very useful when trying to show a client all the capabilities of their landscape. Once you have finished up your after image, you can put together the before and after animation.

photo_imaging_styles

2008-10-08T14:41:16-05:00

Photo Imaging Styles In Landscape Pro Image Editor there are many interesting styles that can be used to accent a project. The list of styles includes: Hand Drawn This option will convert your image into a simulated hand drawn image. Blue Print Using this option will simulate a blue print style using your image.

photoshop

2008-09-29T13:38:37-05:00

What is Photoshop? Adobe Photoshop is the industry leader in digital image enhancement. It works by editing individual pixels on the image. Photoshop has many features including artistic effects, image layering, and supports numerous file types, including some 3D graphics file formats. The most current version is the program’s tenth, called CS3.

pictures

2007-06-07T12:19:51-05:00

Pictures To get started, we are investigating the use of online services for the storage, tagging, searching, and reuse of our photographs. Each time photos are taken, we'll have to agree on the tags assigned to them so we can find them. More needs to be added here to make this complete.

plone

2007-06-12T13:57:51-05:00

Overview Plone is a ready-to-run content management system that is built on the powerful and free Zope application server. Plone is easy to set up, extremely flexible, and provides you with a system for managing web content that is ideal for project groups, communities, web sites, extranets and intranets.

power_point

2008-10-06T14:31:36-05:00

PowerPoint Step 1 Selecting the program: The PowerPoint program can be found in the Microsoft office folder under the start menu at the bottom of your computer screen. Step 2 The Options: There are two initial options within the PowerPoint system that you must choose from: Open an existing presentation or Create a new presentation. We want to create a new presentation. At this point you want to save the slideshow. To save a new slideshow, click on the “save as” button and type the name…

prepping_autocad_for_render

2008-09-30T13:13:20-05:00

Transferring Your CAD Project into Photoshop Step 1: Open AutoCAD. Step 2: Next click on the “file” tab and scroll down to “open”. Step 3: From there select the desired file for transfer to Photoshop. Step 4: Once the file is open go back to the “file” tab and scroll down to “plot”.

prepping_sketchup_for_render

2008-09-30T12:07:40-05:00

The Dennis Technique A Technique for Beginners What is it? The Dennis Technique involves putting a black and white layer on top of a colored layer in Photoshop and erasing portions of the black and white layer to so that the colored layer shows through and accents important parts of the drawing with a watercolor effect to give it a more hand drawn appeal. It works very well for accenting important parts of a design and can be used on very simple to very complex drawings.

print_webpages

2008-08-11T15:18:45-05:00

How to Print your Webpages If you use Mozilla Firefox you can go to the File => Page Setup and select the Margins&Header/Footer tab. Under the Header&Footer are there are a bunch of boxes where you can can select what you want to show up on your printed page. Select “blank” for all of these to just print your page as you would see it on the web. Back under the Format Options tab in the Options area you can select the box to print your background colors if you wish to have them on the page …

printeraccounting

2007-05-25T16:17:03-05:00

The current printer accounting system is not functional. We need a solution that is simple and transfers the majority of printing costs to the students.

privateinformation

2007-06-08T15:53:17-05:00

Back to the main page Total hours spent on the project * Mike Reinert * Ananya Watcharathai * Michael Zalewski Summary of what we need to do Ananya Meeting - Thursday june7th * website content/navigation discussion - more information.. * design/layout (6-12 examples website) - more information.. * discussion module on the wiki - more information..

psu_hort_120_wiki

2009-11-23T11:03:08-05:00

Welcome to the Penn State Landscape Contracting Hort 120 Wiki Introduction * This wiki is for Hort. 120, Computer Applications for Landscape Contracting. The subject for the class is information technologies related to the landscape industry. * Feel free to look around. If you're a current student in Hort 120 then you can log in and edit the content. Please note that this login is different than your univesity login.

scanningsolution

2007-05-25T16:15:38-05:00

This project represents the need to upgrade our large format scanning solution to be more reliable. The attached computer should be replaced with another solution.

servertechnology

2007-07-17T15:14:06-05:00

Server Technology Overview The server technology and content management system technology for the media project consists of Zope and Plone running on Ubuntu server, Feisty Fawn release, virtualized with VMWare Server running on Ubuntu server. Documentation Documentation for the server setup comes from several sources.

seventhings

2007-08-02T10:17:19-05:00

"The 7 Things You Should Know" about a technology * For each technology group section of the class wiki, answer the following questions. * What is it? * What are the implications for the Landscape Contracting industry? * What are the downsides? * What technologies are involved? - software, hardware, services * Which technologies are you going to use and why? * What are the resources for learning it? * How does it work?

sketchup

2008-10-09T13:43:46-05:00

SketchUp Importing .dwg file type to SketchUp: In order to import a file into SketchUp from AutoCAD, some changes must be made when saving the file in AutoCAD. When saving the AutoCAD file, under “file of type” select from the pull down list to “AutoCAD 2004/LT2004 Drawing” This will make the AutoCAD file compatible with Sketch Up. Then with SketchUp open, select “file”, then “Import” . Locate the desired drawing and from the pull down list labeled “files of type” select �…

structure

2007-08-02T10:13:46-05:00

Class Structure * Each person works in three ways * As part of a company * As part of a technology group * As an individual Company * The class is divided into 4 companies of 6 people each * Company members work together to teach each other technologies and to produce a company-based final project

summer2007project

2007-07-31T15:03:57-05:00

Old page no longer used

technologies

2007-08-02T10:06:46-05:00

What are the Technologies? * CAD / 3D Modeling * Computer Rendering * ePortfolios * Photo Imaging (Scanning, File Type and Size, Photo Editing)

thoughts

2008-09-09T19:35:49-05:00

Create a blog using Thoughts.com * Step 1 * Go to * Click “Sign up now”. * Read the site policy and create a new account. * Click “Submit”. * Check your email for confirmation mail; click the link found there.

video_tutorials

2009-11-23T15:27:28-05:00

Video Tutorials were created for Hort 120 - Computer Applications in Landscape Contracting Students used Adobe Presenter (recorded at Penn State’s Digital Commons) and Adobe Captivate (recorded in the Landscape Contracting department) to create the video tutorials. The tutorials used a combination of Presenter and Captivate to illustrate a specific task relating to software tool function.

videocamera

2007-06-08T15:46:44-05:00

Video Files Basic Concepts Video must be captured from the camera or tape to a computer for editing. The capture process happens in one of two ways. If the camera has a firewire port then the camera plugs into the Mac and iMovie or Final Cut Studio 2 captures the data from the camera to the computer. If the camera doesn't have firewire, then the media is taken out of the camera and placed in a machine that plays the media and captures it onto the computer. An extenal hard drive must be taken t…

webaccess

2007-05-31T10:51:51-05:00

Overview Penn State's Web Single Sign-On solution, Penn State WebAccess, is based on the CoSign project from the University of Michigan. Their home page for the project is here, and contains a good overview of the system, FAQ, and download links. Visit the Penn State WebAccess help page for a higher-level description of the system.

wetpaint

2008-10-06T17:12:32-05:00

Wetpaint Step 1: The Creation 1 Name and describe your site. * a. Site Name (this can be changed later) 2. Create a URL/ address. * Ex. kjp165.wetpaint.com 3. What is your wiki about? * a. Type a brief bio about your wiki. Use descriptive words and complete sentences.

yahoo_geocities

2008-10-07T17:05:00-05:00

Step 1: -First go to the GeoCities website ( ). Once the site loads click on the top right banner which says “Sign Up” or current customers can sign in. -The next page will come up and you will have to click the sign up button again at the bottom of this page

zope

2007-06-12T13:57:07-05:00

Zope is an open source web application server primarily written in the Python programming language. It features a transactional object database which can store not only content and custom data, but also dynamic HTML templates, scripts, a search engine, and relational database (RDBMS) connections and code. It features a strong through-the-web development model, allowing you to update your web site from anywhere in the world. To allow for this, Zope also features a tightly integrated security mode…

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