This is an option module for the Environmental Sustainability and Green Technology MSc. It aims to provide students with an overview of key concepts, debates, processes and discourses in relation to technologies which derive energy from below the ground, ie fossil fuels, geothermal and ground source heat while emphasising how we can mimise carbon footprint. The aim is that students will gain an in depth understanding across the field which will prepare them to specialise in an area for their dissertation.
Demonstrate, critically evaluate, communicate effectively and apply awareness, systematic understanding and informed concern about earth science challenges in the capability of subsurface sustainable and renewable energy resources in meeting global energy needs in the context of increased worries about energy security. Will be achieved by assessments: 1, 2, 3.
Demonstrate, critically evaluate, communicate effectively and apply awareness, systematic understanding and informed concern about the implications of meeting global energy challenges and the different scenarios driving technological development. Will be achieved by assessments: 1, 2, 3.
Demonstrate, critically evaluate, communicate effectively and apply awareness, systematic understanding and informed concern of the implications for the developing world and its economy of increased deployment of sustainable and renewable energies. Will be achieved by assessments: 1, 2, 3.
24hrs: Presentation and group facilitation preparation
102hrs: Independent research, reflection and writing
Unseen examination with a selection of questions of varying types (short answer, longer essay type question, multiple choise chosen to give students opportunity to demonstrate differing abilities.
15 minute presnetation of a topic slected after discussion with module leader. The presntation will probably be ( although other modes are acceptable) a time limited Powerpoint or similar presentation with time allotted for questions from a group audience
A 3000 word essay on a topic ( probably the sme as the presentation) demonstrating an in-depth knowkedge of the topic, good use of reference material, reasoned argument and formulation of conclusions
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