Sustainability and Resource Management Degrees, Certificates and Transfer Pathways

Social & Behavioral Sciences

The Sustainability and Resource Management curriculum emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach, exploring recycling and resource management from a variety of perspectives and in a variety of settings. Core curriculum provides students with an in-depth study of waste and resource management, emphasizing cultural, community, and business applications. Courses cover governmental and organizational policies, practices, and procedures in waste resource management, including best management practices and successful community and educational programs.

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The sustainability and resource management certificate programs are designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to obtain employment or advancement in a sustainable resource management or a zero waste-related field. Course requirements are designed to provide students with a holistic perspective on the relationship of recycling and zero waste to a changing global economy and climate.

Program Length

Two to Four semesters.

Transfer Options

The core courses in this program are CSU and UC transferable.

Program Specific Support

Students can seek support through the Student Success Center. Students can also join the Green Team Alliance, the Bees Garden, and the Environmental Leadership Task Force.

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Your success is our priority! Whether you are just starting, in the middle of, or completing your time at IVC, we have a team of people in your corner to help keep you on-track to reach your goals at IVC and beyond!

Coming Soon: Completion Teams to get students from start to goal! Look for your team beginning fall 2021!

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Sample Academic Plans

Sustainability & Resource Management COACOP

Recycling and Resource Management, COA COA 1 Year Part-Time

This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.

Semester 1

Sample Educational Plan for a single term.
Course	Title	Units
SRM 85	Society and Sustainability	3
ENV 6 or GEOG 20	Environmental and Resource Economics or Global Envirormental Problems	3

Semester 2

Sample Educational Plan for a single term.
Course	Title	Units
SRM 90	Resource Management and Zero Waste for Communities	3
SRM 95	Business Case for Sustainability	3
SRM 168	Cooperative Work Experience: Sustainability and Resource Management	1-3

Summer 2

Sample Educational Plan for a single term.
Course	Title	Units
SRM 80	Introduction to Recycling and Resource Management	3

Sustainability and Resource Management, COP COP 1 Year Part-Time

This is only a sample academic plan. Please see a counselor and check IVC's catalog to create a customized My Academic Plan (MAP) that will best meet your specific academic goals.

Semester 1

Sample Educational Plan for a single term.
Course	Title	Units
SRM 85	Culture and Zero Waste	3

Semester 2

Sample Educational Plan for a single term.
Course	Title	Units
SRM 90	Resource Management and Zero Waste for Communities	3
SRM 95	Business Case for Sustainability	3

Summer 2

Sample Educational Plan for a single term.
Course	Title	Units
SRM 80	Introduction to Recycling and Resource Management	3

AA = Associate of Arts
AS = Associate of Science
AA-T = Associate of Arts for Transfer
AS-T = Associate of Science for Transfer
COA = Certificate of Achievement
COP = Certificate of Proficiency

Explore Careers Related to Sustainability and Resource Management

Soil and Water Conservationists

Median Salary

$55,447

Job Growth

+4%

Education

Certificate
5%

Some College
5%

Associate's Degree
14%

Bachelor's Degree
67%

Master's Degree
10%

Sustainability and Resource Management

Program Length

Transfer Options

Program Specific Support

Your Support Team

Transfer Options, Degrees and/or Certificates

Sustainability & Resource Management COACOP

Recycling and Resource Management, COA COA 1 Year Part-Time

Sustainability and Resource Management, COP COP 1 Year Part-Time

Explore Careers Related to Sustainability and Resource Management

Soil and Water Conservationists

Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators

Water Resource Specialists

Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers

Chief Sustainability Officers

Climate Change Analysts

Energy Auditors

Energy Brokers

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Environmental Economists

Environmental Restoration Planners

Environmental Science and Protection Technicians

Environmental Scientists and Specialists

Forest and Conservation Workers

Industrial Ecologists

Park Naturalists

Recycling Coordinators

Solar Photovoltaic Installers

Solar Sales Representatives and Assessors

Sustainability Specialists

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