Permaculture is the study and practice of the way human beings as individuals and societies can participate in the creation of ethical and ecological support systems. This course will present a whole systems design approach that integrates plants, animals, buildings, people, communities and the landscapes that surround us. The course is designed to introduce students to the ethics, principles and practice of permaculture design through collaboration on real-world projects with an eye towards repairing, restoring and regenerating human ecosystems.
Extra fee for community members.
Prerequisites
- If taken as an Integrative Experience course, completion of three Liberal Education Core Areas.
Semester Offered
Offered spring of even-numbered years