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Dec 03, 2024
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PHY 505 - Energy and Sustainability Study of the environmental and social impacts of energy production and consumption and the options for meeting society's needs for energy services through sustainable technologies and practices. Not open to students with credit for PHY 405. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code F = offered in fall
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Analyze the scale of energy use in relation to world population, standard of living, and accessible energy sources.
- Describe the relationships between industrialization and power and energy requirements.
- Interpret power infrastructure and power demand in relation to various power sources.
- Critique the pros and cons of various energy sources including coal, natural gas, nuclear, hydro, wind, and solar.
- Describe the connection between energy sources, government policy, and energy markets.
- Critically analyze sustainable technologies and practices.
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