Living Environments provides basic knowledge and skills needed to select, acquire, maintain and manage living environments that meet the needs of the occupants. The selection of housing and furnishings are related to factors such as social-economic conditions, individual tastes, psychological effects, aesthetic values, safety, sanitation and energy conservation. The course content includes the following study areas: locating and managing housing using goal-setting and decision-making skills; evaluating living space to meet basic needs; creating and maintaining living environments. Emphasis is placed on the application of basic management principles in relation to the environment.