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Energy And Matter

This course, 'Energy and Matter I', provides a basic understanding of various forms of energy generated from matter and their practical applications. It covers the definition of energy, measurement methods, the energy cycle, and diverse energy sources. Students will learn about energy transformation, consumption patterns, and strategies for mitigating energy crises. The course aims to equip students with fundamental knowledge of energy concepts and their significance in everyday life.

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60h
Study Time
13
Weeks
5h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
EnergyMatterEnergy TransformationEnergy SourcesEnergy Crisis

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Energy Definition

2

Energy Measurement

3

Energy Transformation

4

Energy Sources

5

Energy Consumption

6

Energy Crisis

7

Renewable Energy

8

Non-Renewable Energy

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

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Energy Analyst

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Environmental Consultant

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Sustainability Manager

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Renewable Energy Technician

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Energy SectorEnvironmental ManagementSustainable DevelopmentGovernment Agencies

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Energy: Meaning, Measurement, Forms and Transformation

2h

Unit 1: Meaning of energy and matter

2 study hours
  • •Define energy and matter in relation to physics, chemistry, and biology.
  • •Categorize forms of energy into kinetic, potential, or both.
  • •Examine the relationship between energy and matter.
  • •Solve problems related to energy transformation.
Week
2

Module 1: Energy: Meaning, Measurement, Forms and Transformation

2h

Unit 2: Measurement of energy

2 study hours
  • •Calculate energy exerted in moving an object over a distance.
  • •Convert energy values from one unit to another.
  • •Solve problems related to energy measurement.
  • •Differentiate between various units of energy.
Week
3

Module 1: Energy: Meaning, Measurement, Forms and Transformation

2h

Unit 3: Forms, Transformation and Uses of Energy

2 study hours
  • •List and discuss the fundamental forms of energy.
  • •Distinguish between energy and power.
  • •Illustrate the conversion of energy from one form to another.
  • •Solve problems related to work, energy, and power.
Week
4

Module 1: Energy: Meaning, Measurement, Forms and Transformation

2h

Unit 4: Energy of the Universe and Energy Cycle

2 study hours
  • •Discuss energy of the universe and energy cycle.
  • •Explain chemical transformation in chemistry with emphasis on energy changes.
  • •Examine the role of energy in biological systems.
  • •Illustrate how the total energy of the universe is zero.
Week
5

Module 2: Sources ofEnergy

2h

Unit 1: Physical Sources ofEnergy

2 study hours
  • •Describe coal as a source of physical energy.
  • •Explain hydroelectric power as a source of physical energy.
  • •Describe wind as a source of physical energy.
  • •Discuss considerations in choosing energy sources.
Week
6

Module 2: Sources ofEnergy

2h

Unit 2: Chemical sources ofenergy

2 study hours
  • •Describe chemical sources of energy.
  • •Give examples of processes converting chemical energy to other forms.
  • •Explain the conversion of solar energy to chemical energy in plants.
  • •Sketch the working of a thermal power station.
Week
7

Module 2: Sources ofEnergy

2h

Unit 3: Biological sources ofenergy

2 study hours
  • •Explain the path taken by solar energy to its conversion to biological energy.
  • •Enumerate processes through which biological energy could be generated.
  • •Itemize advantages and uses of biological energy sources.
  • •State limitations of using biological sources of energy.
Week
8

Module 2: Sources ofEnergy

4h

Unit 4: Gaseous sources ofenergy

2 study hours
  • •Describe natural gas as a source of energy.
  • •Examine the existence of natural gas and its drilling procedure.
  • •List the characteristics of natural gas.
  • •Compare and contrast the uses of natural gas with gasoline.

Unit 5: Non-renewable and renewable, Primary and End-use energy

2 study hours
  • •Differentiate non-renewable energy from renewable energy sources.
  • •Distinguish between primary and end-use energy.
  • •Sketch energy flow chart depicting the flow of energy from primary to end-use.
Week
9

Module 3: Energy Dissipation, Consumption and Energy Crisis

2h

Unit 1: Energy Dissipation

2 study hours
  • •Define energy dissipation.
  • •Give examples of energy dissipation.
  • •Name and explain energy dissipation devices and types.
  • •Enumerate factors for selecting energy dissipaters.
Week
10

Module 3: Energy Dissipation, Consumption and Energy Crisis

2h

Unit 2: Energy Consumption

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the main categories of energy users.
  • •Explain the purposes for which energy is used in residential and commercial buildings.
  • •List major categories of energy-intensive industries.
  • •State reasons for differences in energy consumption among countries.
Week
11

Module 3: Energy Dissipation, Consumption and Energy Crisis

2h

Unit 3: Energy Equation

2 study hours
  • •Formulate mathematical equations for rest energy.
  • •State mathematical equations for kinetic energy.
  • •Explain mathematical equations for potential energy.
  • •Describe the relationship between parameters in these equations.
Week
12

Module 3: Energy Dissipation, Consumption and Energy Crisis

2h

Unit 4: Energy Crisis and its Mitigation

2 study hours
  • •Explain the term 'energy crisis'.
  • •Itemize reasons behind energy crisis.
  • •Describe methods of mitigating the energy crisis.
Week
13

Module 3: Energy Dissipation, Consumption and Energy Crisis

4h

Final Revision

4 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Work on assignments and TMAs
  • •Prepare for final examinations.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review definitions and examples of different forms of energy (kinetic, potential, chemical, etc.) from Unit 3 of Module 1.

2

Practice converting energy values between different units (Joules, Calories, BTU) as covered in Unit 2 of Module 1.

3

Create diagrams illustrating the energy cycle and transformation processes discussed in Unit 4 of Module 1.

4

Focus on understanding the advantages and disadvantages of different energy sources (Module 2).

5

Study the causes and mitigation strategies for energy crises outlined in Unit 4 of Module 3.

6

Solve numerical problems related to kinetic and potential energy from Unit 3 of Module 3.

7

Review all Self-Assessment Exercises (SAEs) at the end of each unit.

8

Pay close attention to tutor's comments on TMAs and assignments.

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