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PHYS 228 Energy and the Environment (3 credits)

Offered by: Physics (Faculty of Science)

Overview

Physics : Energy fundamentals, generation of electricity, heat engines, fossil fuel production and consumption, local and global effects, economic impact, transportation, and pollution and environmental impact of energy use. Non-renewable energy sources (fossil fuels, nuclear) and renewable sources (solar, wind, hydro, geothermal).

Terms: Winter 2025

Instructors: Lovejoy, Shaun MacDonald (Winter)

  • Winter

  • Prerequisites: CEGEP Physics or PHYS 102 or PHYS 142 or permission of the instructor

  • Restrictions: Not open to students who have taken PHYS 184.

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