Syllabus for psc1515 Energy & the Environment (10188)
Description
Understanding the role energy systems have on the environment
A survey of our energy resources, our current and possible future methods of utilization, and their associated environmental effects. The goal of the class is to familiarize the student with the role of energy and the energy problems facing society
Required Materials
Text Book Energy, Environment & Climate by Richard Wolfson
Term Report Text, Earth: The Sequel by Krupp & HornObjectives
Show the role different energy systems have on the environment & how to assess their impact and cost Teaching Methods
Class Material, Homework & Term Paper
Contact
Attendance/Withdrawals
Same as LSCCMethod of Evaluation
Homework: 50% ofgrade
Class Test: 30% of grade
Term Report: 20% of grade
Extra Credit: 10% of grade
Homework, class tests, term paperNo final exam Notes
General understating of computer systems and programs, packages for word processing, spreadsheets for analysis & internet for research is required
No Food in Classroom
No Cell Phones Calls during Class
No Twittering During Class
No Text Messaging
Late Homework will be penalized
Makeup of Missed Quizzes will be after hours
Schedule
Chapter 1 “A Changing Planet” August 26
Chapter 2 “High Energy Society” August 26
Chapter 3 “Energy: A Closer Look” August 26
Chapter 4 “Energy & Heat” September 2
Chapter 5 “Fossil Fuel Energy” September 9
Chapter 6 “Environment Impacts of Fossil Fuels” September 16
Chapter 7 “Nuclear Energy” September 23
Chapter 8 “Energy from Earth & Moon” September 30
Chapter 9 “Direct from the Sun: Solar Energy” October 7
Chapter 10 “Indirect from the Sun: Water, Wind, Biomass” October 14
Chapter 11 “Hydrogen Futures?” October 21
Chapter 12 “Keeping Warm: The Science of Climate” October 28
Chapter 13 “Forcing the Climate” November 4
Chapter 14 “Is Earth Warming” November 11
Chapter 15 “Future Climates” November 18
Chapter 16 “Energy & Climate: Breaking the Link” November 18
Review of “Earth: The Sequel” December 2