Physics 105 ,107 - E nergy

Institution:

St Lawrence University

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Description:

The nature of energy, its application in modern society and a variety of issues associated with that use. The course covers the physical principles of energy, particularly of electrical energy, electromagnetic (optical) energy, nuclear energy and thermodynamics. The role of energy in society, fossil fuels, electric power plants, automobiles, global warming and the ozone layer and energy conservation; other topics may include nuclear, solar and other sources of energy. This course makes extensive use of elementary algebra and scientific notation. Environmental Studies 107 has a lab component and fills the natural science with lab distribution requirement. Environmental Studies 105 is taught in a lecture format with shorter integrated lab activities and fills the natural science distribution requirement. One of these courses is typically offered every other year. Also offered as Environmental Studies 105, 107.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stlawu.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 229-5011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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