In this unit, students will have the opportunity to look at the relationship between humans, other living organisms, and the environment while exploring technologies related to the fields of agriculture, medicine, environmental science, and sustainability. A discussion will be held on the agricultural dilemmas to bring rise to issues that often go unnoticed. The need for hydroponics will be introduced as a means of sustainable agriculture. Students will explore alternative agricultural systems and be tasked with designing their own system. Through investigation, students will determine plant requirements and maintain optimal plant conditions. In addition, students will explore the field of biomimicry and develop an innovation based off natures form, processes, or ecosystems.
Essential Questions:
How has technology impacted agriculture overtime?
How was the quality and quantity of food changed overtime?
Why are alternative means of agriculture being sought out?
Why has there been a spike in E. coli outbreak in recent years?
Essential Questions:
What is systems thinking?
How can systems thinking be applied in the development of hydroponic systems?
How can you optimize a hydroponic system to promote plant growth?