Energy: The Issues & the Science ((4 Credits))

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This course will discuss fundamental energy science principles. Students will examine the origin and flow of energy through the system, what it does, and its ultimate fate. Topics will include origins of energy resources, and the science of energy. Fundamental energy resources such as fossil fuels, nuclear, geothermal, tidal, solar, and wind will be examined along with their issues and related technologies. The course will look at current issues in energy involving economics, public policy, and environmental concerns through the scientific method. Students will be challenged to critically examine the use of energy in our society. This course was previously SMT-271544 Energy: The Issues and the Science.