Courses & Units
Energy KEA103
Introduction
This unit is an elective of the Diploma of Sustainable Living course and explores the interlinked scientific, technical, environmental, economic, social and political factors that have shaped society's energy usage and which will impact on future energy policy and decision making. Energy science, technology, usage and energy policy affect almost all facets of modern life. Energy is the single most traded commodity in the global economy, it is a significant factor that affects political decision making at global, national, state and local levels, and a major determinant of economic and social wellbeing. Ensuring future responsible, equitable, access to affordable energy for both developed and developing societies is one of the most significant challenges currently facing humanity. Critical and wide-ranging examination of this issue is a major focus of this unit. This unit will facilitate active and informed student participation in the ongoing debate regarding current and future global energy policy and alternatives. Students will learn about conventional, alternative and potential future energy sources and then set this knowledge in the context of important economic, environmental, social and political factors that affect energy policy.
Summary
| Unit name | Energy |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KEA103 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences |
| Discipline | Earth Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Matthew Cracknell |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Articulate the technological, social, environmental, economic and political factors affecting energy use and energy policy
- Calculate direct and embodied energy consumption using information from a range of sources
- Explain the complex issues related to the ongoing energy debate and illustrate your findings in reports and presentations
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 010799 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $2,596.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | This unit is taught entirely online. ‘Lecture’ material (content) will be pre-recorded and made available via MyLO before the start of each teaching week. Students are encouraged to participate in one-hour online tutorials during the weeks that they run. Recordings of tutorials can be accessed via the Zoom tutorial link in MyLO. Tutorials will commence in week 2 of semester and occur at a range of times that may change through the semester to accommodate the needs of students and depending on student attendance. Tutorial times will be initially decided by student poll in MyLO in week 1. It is expected that students will commit between 5-6 hours per week to this unit. MyLO Discussion boards are used extensively in this unit and students are encouraged to ask questions and share ideas. You will get much more from this unit if you do. More details on the different discussion boards can be found in the unit overview materials. |
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| Assessment | Energy in society (peer review) (10%)|Energy audit (calculations) (20%)|Energy audit (report) (20%)|Energy in society (presentation) (25%)|Online quizzes (25%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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