Section G · College-Preparatory Elective

Design Thinking and Innovation - Semester 1

UC A-G approved Design Thinking and Innovation - Semester 1 course delivered fully online through immersive VR and AI-enhanced instruction.

1/2 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person Interdisciplinary Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 5 credits

Section GUC A‑G Requirement

College-Preparatory Elective — 1 year required

Must be chosen from additional courses in categories A–F (beyond the minimum requirements) OR from other UC-approved college-preparatory electives, including computer science, business, statistics, and interdisciplinary STEM courses.

Why This Matters for College Admission

G electives are where students develop depth and signal academic passion. AI, cybersecurity, data science, and entrepreneurship courses are highly competitive differentiators for tech-oriented admissions profiles.

What You'll Learn

Apply environmental science principles to real-world sustainability challenges

Analyze ecosystems, biogeochemical cycles, and biodiversity

Evaluate human impacts on climate, land use, water, and energy systems

Design evidence-based environmental solutions using scientific methodology

Interpret data from field studies, remote sensing, and laboratory investigations

Prepare for the AP Environmental Science exam

Course Structure

Unit 1Weeks 1–4

Foundations & Context

Core vocabulary and concepts
Skill baseline assessment

Unit 2Weeks 5–9

Core Content

Primary content delivery
Applied practice activities

Unit 3Weeks 10–14

Application & Synthesis

Real-world application
Final project or exam prep

Lectures & Reviews

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