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Section G · College-Preparatory Elective

Sustainable Landscaping and Design - Semester 2

UC A-G approved Sustainable Landscaping and Design - Semester 2 course delivered fully online through immersive VR and AI-enhanced instruction.

1/2 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person Science - Biology / Life Sciences Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 5 credits

Section GUC A‑G Requirement

College-Preparatory Elective1 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

Understand cell structure, function, and the central dogma of molecular biology

Analyze inheritance patterns using Mendelian and non-Mendelian genetics

Explore evolutionary mechanisms including natural selection and speciation

Study ecology, nutrient cycles, and human impact on ecosystems

Design and interpret controlled laboratory experiments

Prepare for AP Biology exam with free-response and multiple-choice practice

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

Curated YouTube videos for Sustainable Landscaping and Design - Semester 2

Hand-picked from credible educators — AP teachers, university lectures, and Khan Academy. Click a thumbnail to play in place; cookies are blocked until you click.

Crash CourseCrashCourse

What is Urban Planning? Crash Course Geography #47

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TEDTED-Ed

Why is biodiversity so important? - Kim Preshoff

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Crash CourseCrashCourse

Introduction to Media Literacy: Crash Course Media Literacy #1

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Crash CourseCrashCourse

Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology: Crash Course Anatomy & Physiology #1

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SpecialistGarden Project Academy

How to make a landscape design 🪴 THE STEPS 🪴 Plus DIY tips for a first time landscape design

Open on YouTube
SpecialistSustainability Science IGNOU

Landscape Ecology and Sustainability

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Prerequisites & Requirements

Open to qualifying students in grades 9, 10, 11, 12; no prerequisites required

All students complete a placement conversation with our admissions team before enrollment is confirmed. Questions? Contact admissions.

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