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AC in Sustainability and Ecological Literacy
Program Competencies
Academic Plan Code: 6232
CIPS Code: 03.0104
GB Date: 03/24/15
Program Credits: 16
Program Description:
The interdisciplinary Academic Certificate (AC) in Sustainability and Ecological Literacy enhances students` understanding of
sustainable living practices associated with economics, equity and the environment. Through a combination of coursework and
experiential learning, students engage in critical thinking, inquiry, and discourse, skills necessary for becoming socially responsible
citizens who are ecologically and environmentally aware. The certificate is designed for, although not limited to, students seeking
an Associate in Arts Degree and planning transfer to four-year colleges and universities.
Program Competencies:
1.
Apply ethical theories and moral principles to global environmental moral issues. (PHI216)
2.
Analyze pragmatic and intrinsic perspectives of ecology. (PHI216)
3.
Compose oral and written discourse that defends a position on global environmental issues. (PHI216, BIO105, GLG110)
4.
Use variety of analytical tools to critically analyze environmental quality and natural resource problems. (BIO105, ECN263,
GLG110)
5.
Analyze various cultural perspectives on the environment. (ENH206, ENH260, HUM201, REC150AB, SBU200)
6.
Demonstrate cognitive and socio-emotional awareness of nature. (PHI216, BIO105, GLG110, GLG111)
Revised: 09/23/15