ENRGY 102 - Energy Basics

5.0 Credits
Introduction to energy concepts including the overall science of energy, forms of energy, energy types and sources, useful energy and energy conversion, common uses of energy in society, climate change and energy economics and finance. Prerequisite: Placement into MATH 080 or completion of BUS 130 and minimum English placement into BRDGE 093 or EAP 121.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Define and analyze the basic elements of the building envelope. [REASON]
Perform basic energy use conversions and analyze and discuss results. [REASON]
Describe and analyze basic residential and commercial energy systems including forms of energy, energy types, and energy sources. [REASON]
Describe how basic heating, cooling, and lighting systems use energy and basic strategies for reducing use. [REASON]
Determine the financial consequences of various energy conservation measures. [REASON]
Students work in groups to discuss applied science concepts. [EXPLORE]
Students discuss energy concepts on-line and in written format. [COMMUNICATE]
Students develop personal positions on complex energy topics. [ACT]