Bachelor of Science (Agriculture) - Measuring Food Sustainability (A) AGRI 3302   Measuring Food Sustainability (A)
CREDIT HOURS: 3
Why is measuring food sustainability important? We are becoming increasingly aware of the impacts that our food systems have on the sustainability of our planet, the livelihoods of our food producers, and equitable accessibility for individuals. Integrating the expertise of numerous faculty and community leaders, this field course explores how food sustainability is measured and evaluated across different disciplines. Daily hands-on, active, and experiential learning is emphasized throughout the course. The course activities and assessments range from agricultural biodiversity monitoring via beetle surveys to a summative design challenge exploring a possible solution to a food sustainability measurement challenge.
NOTES: This is a two-week intensive course with time split between Dal’s Halifax campus (five days) and Truro campus (five days). As part of the course auxiliary fee, course transportation and accommodation at Dalhousie Residences will be provided for students for the week they are away from their home campus; however, food and meals are not included, and students will be responsible for their own food expenses.
FORMAT: Experiential Learning
FORMAT COMMENTS: This field course is 3-credit hours condensed into a 10-day period. Therefore, you are expected to set aside sufficient time for personal involvement & reflection with the course materials, and expect to devote approximately 8 hours per weekday with your instructors and peers, as well as some evening and weekend work. The immersive nature of this course means that you should make full attempt to remove other commitments that might be in conflict (i.e., part-time employment).
CROSS-LISTING: SUST 3302.03
RESTRICTIONS: Third year status or above
EXCLUSIONS: SUST 3302.03