Welcome to PH261: Physics of Energy and the Environment
PH261 is the foundation course for the [Clarion University Sustainability: Science and Policy Program] and is taught by Dr. Joshua Pearce.
This course is a study of the physical laws and processes that underlie environmental phenomena with a special focus on energy (mechanical, thermal and electrical). We will establish both a qualitative and quantitative understanding of the underlying physical processes. Technical, economic, and social consequences of these laws and processes will be examined to better delineate the complex decisions related to human energy use and environmental issues.
This course is being offered on the web in Fall 2007 and will utilize appropedia.org for project collaboration.