SAT 230 Managing Food Production Systems in the Urban Landscape
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Keywords
Managing Food Production Systems in the Urban Landscape , Urban Food Production , Urban Agriculture , Sustainable Food Production , hydroponics , aquaponics , rooftop gardening , food policy , sustainable agriculture
Project
IGEN (Illinois Green Economy Network) Career Pathways
Authors
Antonich, Gary
Date Submitted
2013-11-07
Material Type
Hybrid/Blended Course
Secondary Material Type
Institution
Triton College
Industry Partner
Each IGEN Consortium college has established an Industry Advisory Group as part of their Career and Technical Education program. Advisory Group members contribute to the design, development and delivery of CTE courses including those developed through this TAACCCT grant. The members also provide opportunities for work-based learning and job placements for program graduates.
License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 1
Additional Public Access
Abstract
This course will introduce the student to the various facets of food production systems in the urban environment and basic requirements to manage those systems. This includes management of the process of food production as well as some of the social and political issues that must be taken into account in using urban food production as part of the overall food production system.
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Industry (NAISC)
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting -- Crop Production (111)
Occupation (SOC)
Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations -- Agricultural and Food Science Technicians (19-4011)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences (01)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Certificate
Educational Level
1st year Community College or equivalent