ESP 275 - Energy Use and Societal Adaptation

This course focuses on the topic of energy, its utility, its use, and its impact on society and the environment. Subjects include: 1) traditional, modern and future energy resources; 2) energy consumption; 3) energy technologies; 4) energy and the environment and 5) sustainable development. The class will consist of lectures and a variety of media, including textbooks, technical articles, print, and video. This course culminates in an international country energy analysis using government and industry statistical data.

Prerequisite(s): Science Exploration course.
Co-requisite(s):
Credits: 3

Meets the Following Core Requirement: International
Course Typically Offered: Variable
Course Type: Environmental Science & Policy