Discuss the power for a greener future

– research the field of renewable energies and energy-efficient technologies to suggest solutions to the problems of supplying a power-hungry species, limiting carbon emissions and pollution, and the imminent depletion of fossil fuel supplies.
– address the Hubbert peak theory regarding fuel supply and what, if any, preparations are being made for the end of petrol.
– look at the latest estimates of how much power could realistically be produced using renewable energies, examining the benefits and drawbacks of currently available technologies as well as potential future technologies.
– rely on recent scientific peer-reviewed recent references and sources.

Project Overview: The written assignment for this module is a research-based individual written
project of 1,700 words. You are asked to research this topic thoroughly using
approved research methods and resources. You will present your research
and analysis of the subject in the format of a structured essay.

Overall Aim: You are asked to research one topic related to Natural Science. The written
report should include clear explanations of the key scientific concepts, as
well as a detailed analysis of your findings and your conclusions.

Learning Outcomes:

At the end of the course the students will be able to:
1. Discriminate between science and its applications.
2. Identify and discuss issues arising from the application of science.
3. Appraise the nature of modern science and how it is conducted.
4. Engage in critical discussion about society and its relationship with science
and scientists.
5. Analyse the interrelationships and complexity of selected ecosystems and how
humans interact and impact on these.

Organisation & Methodology:

The written assignment for this module is a research-based individual written project of 1,700 words (not
including reference list) on the topic described below. You are asked to research this topic thoroughly
using approved research methods and resources. You will present your research and analysis of the
subject in the format of a structured essay.

You will need to decide on a suitable method of investigation (this should include researching relevant
literature and academic articles). The written report should include clear explanations of the strategy
chosen, as well as a detailed analysis of your findings and your conclusions. The written report should
include clear explanations of the key scientific concepts relating to the topic and definitions of relevant
terminology, as well as an analysis of your findings and your conclusions.

Power for a greener future

You are asked to research the field of renewable energies and energy-efficient technologies to suggest solutions to the problems of supplying a power-hungry species, limiting carbon emissions and pollution, and the imminent depletion of fossil fuel supplies. Your project should address the Hubbert peak theory regarding fuel supply and what, if any, preparations are being made for the end of petrol. You should look at the latest estimates of how much power could realistically be produced using renewable energies, examining the benefits and drawbacks of currently available technologies as well as potential future technologies. The research should rely on recent scientific peer-reviewed recent references and sources.
Guidelines for Written Submission:

The final written report should be approximately 1700 words in length.
Resources Available:

Library texts and databases, selected links available on Moodle (Resource section), selected DVDs

Tasks & Weighting:
Tasks Weighting Grade out of 100
Thoroughness and originality of research, appropriateness of content. Ability to select relevant material.
30 %
Explanation and understanding of scientific concepts. 30%

Analysis and ability to identify links between the main themes of the module. 15%
Presentation of concepts, synthesis and sequencing of ideas and clarity of
explanations.
15%
Referencing (appropriate sources and use of referencing, accurate
referencing style in text and in reference list)
10%
Total 100%
Common skills being developed and assessed
Managing and
developing self

1. Manages own
role and
responsibilities
4. Transfers skills
gained to new
and changing
situations and
contexts.

5. Uses a range
of thought
processes

Working with,
and relating to,
others

6. Treats others’
values, beliefs
and opinions with
respect

Communicating

9. Receives and
responds to a
variety of information

10. Presents
information in a
variety of visual
forms
11.
Communicates in
writing

Managing tasks
and solving
problems
13. Uses
information
sources
14. Deals with a
combination of
routine and nonroutine
tasks
15. Identifies and
solves routine
and non-routine
problems

Applying
numeracy and
technology
16. Applies
numerical skills
and techniques
Special Instructions:

Please add to cover page the following statement of authorship: (following page)

 


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