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Environmental Management & Ethics
by Steffen Foss Hansen , Lauge Peter Westergaard Clausen- 4.6
Approx. 13 hours to complete
Decision-makers often turn to scientists and engineers to assist them to navigate through complex environmental, health and societal challenges pervaded by systemic uncertainty, ambiguity and ethical implications. Welcome and introduction Introduction to Environmental Management & Ethics Introduction to Environmetal Management & Ethics Environmental ethics Introduction to Environmental Ethics Land ethics Deep ecology...
Algae Biotechnology
by Dr. Stephen Mayfield , Ira "Ike" Levine- 4.8
Approx. 7 hours to complete
For decades, researchers have been studying microalgae to understand their biological functions and how we can use technology to harness algae’s power to create a wide range of commercial products. S. Department of Energy. Introduction to Algae Biotechnology Welcome to Algae Biotechnology Potential and Challenges of Algae Biotechnology Potential and Challenges of Algae Biotechnology...
Creativity, Innovation and Transformation
by Dr. Kathryn W. Jablokow , Dr. Darrell Velegol , Dr. Jack V. Matson , Dr. Armend Tahirsylaj- 4.4
Approx. 18 hours to complete
Our lives are being disrupted by pandemics, global warming, wars, political chaos, and technological innovations. The course consists of four main Modules: Innovation Toolbox Creative Diversity CENTER Transformation The course offers unique ways to: Discover our unique creative and innovative nature Grow our sense of responsibility to ourselves and our community...
Sustainable Agricultural Land Management
by George J. Hochmuth, Ph.D.- 4.8
Approx. 20 hours to complete
This course will cover the agricultural and urban water quality issues in Florida, their bases, land and nutrient management strategies, and the science and policy behind the best management practices (BMPs). Students will learn to evaluate BMP research and analyze its role in determining practices and policies that protect water quality....
Planet Earth...and You!
by Dr. Stephen Marshak , Dr. Eileen Herrstrom- 4.9
Approx. 42 hours to complete
Earthquakes, volcanoes, mountain building, ice ages, landslides, floods, life evolution, plate motions—all of these phenomena have interacted over the vast expanses of deep time to sculpt the dynamic planet that we live on today. Planet Earth presents an overview of several aspects of our home, from a geological perspective. We consider volcanoes, types of eruptions, and typical rocks found there....
Disaster Preparedness
by Michael Beach- 4.7
Approx. 13 hours to complete
Have you ever viewed a news report depicting the aftermath of a devastating natural disaster? The damage to human life and property are both staggering and heartbreaking. All parts of the world face the possibility of floods, hurricanes, tornados, fires, landslides, earthquakes, tsunamis, and other natural phenomena. Are you prepared if disaster would strike you?...
Introduction to solar cells
by Morten Vesterager Madsen , Anders Skovbo Gertsen- 4.8
Approx. 23 hours to complete
How do solar cells work, why do we need, and how can we measure their efficiency? These are just some of the questions Introduction to solar cells tackles. Whether you are looking for general insight in this green technology or your ambition is to pursue a career in solar, “Introduction to Solar Cells” is an excellent starting point....
Our Earth's Future
by Debra Tillinger, Ph.D.- 4.7
Approx. 8 hours to complete
Our Earth’s Future is about the science of climate change and how to talk about it. You will learn from scientists in the fields of climatology, oceanography, Earth science, and anthropology who study how climate change is affecting people, populations, and ways of life. Climate Change Is Happening: See It Welcome to Our Earth's Future...
Solar Energy Systems Overview
by Gay E Canough- 4.7
Approx. 9 hours to complete
By the end of this course, learners will have acquired a broad understanding of the history and mechanics behind converting light into electricity, commonly known as photovoltaics (PV). The course explores economic considerations, touching on solar PV costs for residential and commercial use, incentives, and contrasts solar power with fossil fuel and nuclear plants....
Greening the Economy: Lessons from Scandinavia
by Dr. Kes McCormick , Dr. Luis Mundaca , Prof. Oksana Mont , Prof. Lena Neij , Dr. Thomas Lindhqvist , Dr. Håkan Rodhe , Dr. Peter Arnfalk , Dr. Charlotte Leire- 4.7
Approx. 15 hours to complete
How can we live a good life on one planet with over seven billion people? This course will explore greening the economy on four levels – individual, business, city, and nation. We will look at the relationships between these levels and give many practical examples of the complexities and solutions across the levels....