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ENERGY AND MATTER II

This course expands on SED 224 (Energy and Matter I) and provides a deeper understanding of energy's uses in agriculture, industry, and homes. It covers thermal, light, and nuclear energy, focusing on their applications and impacts. The course also explores entropy, radiation, and their effects on life and weather, emphasizing the importance of energy in human development and the environment.

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45h

Study Time

13

Weeks

3h

Per Week

basic

Math Level

Course Keywords

Thermal EnergyLight EnergyNuclear EnergyEntropyRadiation

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

Thermal Energy Generation and Uses

2

Light Energy and its Applications

3

Solar Energy Exploitation

4

Nuclear Energy Production and Applications

5

Entropy and Thermodynamics

6

Radiation Types and Properties

7

Effects of Radiation on Life and Weather

8

Acid Rain Formation and Impact

9

Ozone Layer Depletion

Total Topics9 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

SED224: Energy and Matter I

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

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

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Environmental Scientist

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Energy Analyst

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Sustainability Manager

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Radiation Safety Officer

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Climate Change Consultant

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Renewable EnergyEnvironmental ProtectionNuclear PowerClimate ScienceIndustrial Manufacturing

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Thermal, Light and Nuclear Energy

2h

Unit 1: Thermal (heat) energy, its generation and uses

2 study hours

•Define thermal energy and its relationship to the movement of atoms and molecules.
•Identify various methods for generating thermal energy, such as burning fuels and using electricity.
•Discuss the applications of thermal energy in cooking, heating, electricity generation, and industrial processes.

Week

2

Module 1: Thermal, Light and Nuclear Energy

2h

Unit 2: Light energy, its generation and uses

2 study hours

•Describe light energy as a form of electromagnetic radiation and its role in enabling sight.
•Explain the generation of light energy from sources like the sun, stars, and electrical energy.
•Discuss the uses of light energy in photosynthesis, providing warmth, and powering machines.

Week

3

Module 1: Thermal, Light and Nuclear Energy

2h

Unit 3: Solar energy and its uses

2 study hours

•Define solar energy and its importance as an inexhaustible source of energy.
•Explain the sun's role as the chief source of energy for the earth and its inhabitants.
•Discuss the direct and indirect applications of solar energy, including hydroelectric power, windmill power, and solar cells.

Week

4

Module 1: Thermal, Light and Nuclear Energy

2h

Unit 4: Nuclear energy, meaning and production

2 study hours

•Define nuclear energy and explain its production through nuclear fission and fusion.
•Describe the role of protons, neutrons, and electrons in nuclear reactions.
•Write typical nuclear fission reactions and explain the energy release process.

Week

5

Module 1: Thermal, Light and Nuclear Energy

2h

Unit 5: Uses and advantages of nuclear energy

2 study hours

•List the uses of nuclear energy in various fields, including agriculture, spacecrafts, and medicine.
•Discuss the advantages of nuclear energy, such as lower greenhouse gas emissions and high efficiency.
•Explain the problems associated with nuclear energy, such as waste management and the risk of accidents.

Week

6

Module 1: Thermal, Light and Nuclear Energy

2h

Unit 6: The disadvantages of nuclear energy

2 study hours

•Discuss the disadvantages and problems associated with nuclear energy, including nuclear waste management and the risk of accidents.
•Explain the potential for nuclear energy to be diverted for harmful purposes, such as nuclear weapons.
•Debate the role of nuclear power in the modern world, considering its benefits and risks.

Week

7

Module 2: Entropy and Radiation

2h

Unit 1: Change of states and entropy

2 study hours

•Explain the concept of entropy as a measure of disorder in a system.
•Describe how entropy is affected by changes in temperature and state.
•Discuss the second law of thermodynamics and its implications for entropy.

Week

8

Module 2: Entropy and Radiation

2h

Unit 2: Application of entropy in physical and chemical processes

2 study hours

•Illustrate the application of entropy in physical processes, such as the expansion of a gas.
•Illustrate the application of entropy in chemical processes, such as chemical reactions.
•Discuss the role of entropy in predicting the direction of chemical reactions.

Week

9

Module 2: Entropy and Radiation

2h

Unit 3: Radiation

2 study hours

•Define radiation and differentiate between primary and secondary particles.
•Explain electromagnetic radiation and the electromagnetic spectrum.
•Discuss the properties of alpha, beta, and gamma rays.

Week

10

Module 2: Entropy and Radiation

2h

Unit 4: Effect of radiation on life and weather I

2 study hours

•Differentiate between primary and secondary pollutants.
•Enumerate the health and environmental effects of primary and secondary pollutants.
•Explain how particulate matter affects human health.

Week

11

Module 2: Entropy and Radiation

2h

Unit 5: Effect of radiation on life and weather II

2 study hours

•Explain the formation of acid rain and describe the process of acid deposition.
•Discuss the beneficial and harmful effects of ozone.
•List steps to protect the environment from acid rain and the effects of ozone depletion on humans.

Week

12

Module 1: Thermal, Light and Nuclear Energy

3h

Module 1 Review and Assignments

3 study hours

•Review all units from Module 1.
•Work on assignments related to thermal, light and nuclear energy.
•Participate in online discussions to clarify concepts.

Week

13

Module 2: Entropy and Radiation

3h

Module 2 Review and Assignments

3 study hours

•Review all units from Module 2.
•Work on assignments related to entropy and radiation.
•Participate in online discussions to clarify concepts.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Units 1-3 energy types and applications.

2

Practice balancing nuclear equations from Unit 4 weekly.

3

Review the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear energy from Units 5-6.

4

Summarize the key properties of radiation types from Unit 3 using tables.

5

Outline the steps in acid rain formation from Unit 5 and their environmental impacts.

6

Focus on understanding the relationship between entropy, enthalpy, and free energy from Module 2.

7

Review all TMAs and Self-Assessment Exercises, paying close attention to areas where you struggled.

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