SDE5401 Fundamentals of Sustainable Development
About This Course
Fundamentals of Sustainable Development provides a foundational understanding of sustainability principles and practices from both Singaporean and global perspectives. It explores the interconnected environmental, economic, and social dimensions of sustainability and examines frameworks and policies that drive sustainable development worldwide. By addressing both local and international contexts, this module prepares students to critically analyze sustainability challenges and implement strategies relevant to various sectors.
What You'll Learn
2. The Three Pillars of Sustainability: Environmental, social, and economic aspects.
3. Global Sustainability Frameworks: Overview of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Paris Agreement, and international policy frameworks.
4. Singapore’s Sustainability Strategy: Examination of Singapore’s sustainability policies, such as the Singapore Green Plan 2030, urban planning, and environmental management.
5. Climate Change and Resource Management: Global and regional perspectives on climate resilience, renewable energy, and resource conservation.
6. Sustainable Cities and Communities: Urban sustainability practices, green building, and waste management, with examples from Singapore and other global cities.
7. Corporate Sustainability and Social Responsibility: The role of businesses and strategic investment in achieving sustainability goals through green practices, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
8. Challenges and Opportunities in Sustainability: Ethical considerations, economic challenges, and technological innovations.
Entry Requirements
1.1. A good bachelor’s degree from a recognised university for learners who are not pursuing an engineering chartership; or
1.2. For those who are pursuing the Chartership in Engineering Sustainability upon completion of the Graduate Certificate in Sustainability Principles and Practices, an engineering degree or equivalent academic programme recognised by the Professional Engineers Board Singapore (PEB); or
1.3. All other professionals with a STEM Basic Degree that meet the Chartered Engineer (CEng) qualification requirements (IES chapter) and who wish to secure the CEng accreditation.