Course overview
This course is a broad foundation course exploring the utilization of energy, encompassing its technological, economic, social, and environmental dimensions. In the context of the urgent need to reduce anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions, the use of fossil fuel resources as well as alternative renewable energy sources are presenting many serious immediate challenges. This course provides learners with the knowledge to comprehend the intricate interplay between energy and society. By encouraging active engagement with local, national, and international energy discussions, students are empowered to contribute meaningfully towards shaping a more sustainable energy future amidst ongoing debates and evolving challenges.
- Energy in Society
- Energy in Decision Making
- Energy Governance
Course learning outcomes
- Explain, critically review and evaluate conventional and renewable energy resources and technologies, and energy efficiency technologies
- Review and explain national and international environmental implications of energy consumption
- Understand and describe contemporary Australian energy market mechanisms and policies
- Review, evaluate and report on the social and environmental impacts of energy production and consumption
- Understand and explain drivers of societal responses to energy crises
Availability
Class details
Mawson Lakes
Group 1
Class number 62187
Section WS01
Size 50
Available 50
Class number 62184
Section FR03
Size 24
Available 24
Class number 62185
Section FR02
Size 24
Available 24
Class number 62186
Section FR01
Size 24
Available 24
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 62191
Section WS01
Size 50
Available 50
Class number 62188
Section FR03
Size 24
Available 24
Class number 62189
Section FR02
Size 24
Available 24
Class number 62190
Section FR01
Size 24
Available 24
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