2 Sustainability
2SUS Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge:
Recommended Prior LearningMinimum of 6 credits in a L1 Social Sciences or Science course or with HOD approval.
Sustainability is the study of making sure our resources and cultural practices are secure and protected as the world continues to change. We will be learning about current local issues in sustainability such as urban planning, zero waste and taking action in and around our school/community to solve challenges.
We aim to work alongside community partners, to help design solutions for a more sustainable future. A key theme is showing kaitiakitanga of the cultural and ecological heritage of our local landmarks - our moana (Te Manukanuka o Hoturoa - Manukau Harbour) and our maunga (Mà„ngere Mountain - Te Pane o Mataoho).
Trips: There is most likely a 3 day trip to Mt. Ruapehu (Tongariro) in Term 2. Student contribution will be approximately $50 (trip to be confirmed).
How did Tangata Moana and Tangata Whenua navigate and look after our land?
The Marshall Islands are very vulnerable and at risk:
Course Overview
Term 1
In Term 1, we have a look at climate change in our own region, The Marshall Islands. Why are our islands so at risk? What can we do in Aotearoa to help the situation?
Term 2
In Term 2, we will do our Action project. This will see us take tangible action (real actions) at Mangere College or in our community to solve the challenges we see.
Term 3
In Term 3 we look at how small actions we take (like buying a chocolate bar) have huge impacts to people overseas! Did you know most of New Zealand's cocoa (chocolate) comes from Ghana, in West Africa? The decisions we make, impact their lives.
Term 4
In Term 4 we will finish off our Year 12 course by examining sustainable threads (this is a block of time to do your own inquiry and learning) Credits may come from Pacific Studies, Media Studies, Geography and/or History.
Pathway
3 Geography, 3 History, 3 Sustainability, 3 Tourism Studies
Career PathwaysMining Engineer, Auditor, Actor, Survey Technician, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Agricultural/Horticultural Consultant, Air Force Aviator, Air Force Officer, Zoologist, Chemist, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Historian, Artist, Barrister, Microbiologist, Building Insulator, Chemical Engineer, Biotechnologist, Biosecurity Officer, Mechanical Engineer, Earthmoving Machine Operator, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Surveyor, Fishing Skipper, Urban/Regional Planner, Minister of Religion, Science Technician, Elected Government Representative, Civil Engineer, Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson, Meteorologist, Psychologist, Trainer, Miner/Quarry Worker, Mine/Quarry Manager, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Conservator, Technical Writer, Legal Executive, Solicitor, Judge, Curator, Workplace Relations Adviser, Driller, Geologist, Environmental Scientist, Records Adviser, Environmental Engineer, Ranger, Game Developer, Geophysicist, Photographer, Policy Analyst, Secondary School Teacher, Valuer, Court Registry Officer, Career Consultant, Service Station Attendant, Landscape Architect, Paramedic, Pathologist, Police Officer, Emergency Management Officer, Diver, Corrections Officer, Forensic Scientist, Firefighter, Fishery Officer, Funeral Director/Embalmer, Health and Safety Inspector, Security Officer/Guard, Parking Officer, Probation Officer, Intelligence Officer
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryTrips: There maybe an overnight a trip in 2023. Student contribution will be approximately $50 (trip to be confirmed).