PHS 116 - Global Warming:Energy and the Environment

Institution:

Broome Community College

Subject:

Physical Science

Description:

Learn about the causes and effects of global warming and other environmental threats including ozone depletion and acid rain. How does the way we use energy affect our changing global climate? How much energy does it take to drive our cars or light, heat and cool our homes? How can we save energy and will saving energy make a difference? Discover positive things we can do as a society and as individuals to help reduce human impact on the climate. Investigate the sources of the energy we use every day. Energy sources include: fossil fuels, nuclear, and alternative sources such as solar, wind, biomass, hydropower and geothermal energy. Current scientific topics may be introduced by both students and instructors. Laboratory activities include hands-on experiences, field trips and energy use analysis.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.SUNYBROOME.EDU

Phone Number:

(607) 778-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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