Systems Thinking: Topics in Sustainability

January 5, 2016

In a changing world, systems-thinking is needed to make wise decisions, solve complex problems, and understand your role within the larger context. This course uses topics in sustainability to develop systems thinking skills and to engage with real-world, meaningful issues. Topics include: complex systems theory, energy systems, social systems, ecosystems, and others. Students will research, speak, and write about these topics in depth to explore the complete system, the challenges involved, and the potential solutions that exist.