Dartmouth College

Energy and Environment

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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22 hours to complete
3 weeks at 7 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.9

(35 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

22 hours to complete
3 weeks at 7 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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10 quizzes

Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

This module explores some concepts related to energy such as its forms, conservation with a special stress on non-renewable energy.

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2 videos11 readings1 quiz6 discussion prompts

This module describes how energy use and energy resources, specifically coal, oil, and natural gas, have varied over time.

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4 videos9 readings2 quizzes7 discussion prompts

This module explores the patterns of renewable energy use and explains the hydro, solar, wind, and biomass energy. It also discusses how energy use can be decreased and efficiency can be increased.

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6 videos13 readings4 quizzes13 discussion prompts

This module explores the impacts of global environmental changes including feedback loops, ocean acidification, sea level rise, and human equity issues.

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3 videos5 readings3 quizzes8 discussion prompts

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5.0 (8 ratings)
Andy Friedland
Dartmouth College
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