PHY 301 - Energy and Society (4)

Study of how petroleum, solar, nuclear, and other energy sources generate electricity, power vehicles, and the like. Emphasis is on elementary physics principles. Coverage includes historical patterns of societal energy use, renewable and nonrenewable resources, fuel conservation methods, and environmental impacts. Open to all majors. Course fulfills GE Synthesis B5.

Prerequisite(s): one course from each of the following Sub-areas: A1, A2, A3 and B1, B2 (Physics), B4.
Component(s): 4 lectures.
When Offered: F