printer friendly pageEARTHSYS 101: Energy and the Environment (ENERGY 101)
Energy use in modern society and the consequences of current and future energy use patterns. Case studies illustrate resource estimation, engineering analysis of energy systems, and options for managing carbon emissions. Focus is on energy definitions, use patterns, resource estimation, pollution.
Terms: Win
| Units: 3
| UG Reqs: GER:DB-EngrAppSci, WAY-AQR, WAY-SMA
Instructors:
Azevedo, I. (PI)
;
Durlofsky, L. (PI)
;
Beck, M. (TA)
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Instructors:
Azevedo, I. (PI)
;
Durlofsky, L. (PI)
;
Beck, M. (TA)
;
Nairn, I. (TA)
;
Venukanthan, S. (TA)
EARTHSYS 101C: Science for Conservation Policy: Meeting California's Pledge to Protect 30% by 2030 (BIO 101)
California has set the ambitious goal of conserving 30% of its lands and waters by the year 2030. In this course, students will develop science-based recommendations to help policymakers reach this '30 by 30' goal. Through lectures, labs, and field trips, students will gain practical skills in ecology, protected area design in the face of climate change, and science communication. Students will apply these skills to analyze real-world data, formulate conservation recommendations, and communicate their findings in verbal and written testimony to policymakers. Prerequisites:
BIO 81 or BIO/
EARTHSYS 105 or BIO/
EARTHSYS 111 or instructor approval.
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
| UG Reqs: WAY-AQR
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