ESM 562 - Traditional Fossil Fuels

The course will focus on the original and history of traditional fossil fuels, coal, petroleum and natural gas. Discuss mining methods and the role of fossil fuels play in the post-industrial revolution era. A comparison of the three fossil fuels with respect to their energy content, CO2 output and associated environmental impact tied to global warming.

3 credits

Grading Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

Offered Fall