1. PH 5 D 01.2U- OPEN COURSE Energy and Environment Studies Offered by : PG & Research Dept. of Physics St. Berchmans` College, Changanassery

2. Aim of the course: To generate an awareness among students on energy management and environmental protection Scope of the Course: Energy crisis and undesirable effects of climate change are the two major present-day concerns of human race This course deals in detail the different energy sources and its effective management. It will also impart an environment friendly approach in students,thereby equip them to contribute to the sustainable development of the nation

3. Structure of the course Module I Energy Sources (10 hrs) Solar Energy Utilization (20 hrs) Energy Audit and Planning (5hrs) Module II Environmental Pollution (15hrs) Environment Impact Assessment and Ethics(10hrs) Module III Waste Management and Bioconversion (12hrs)

4. Energy sources

5. Different forms of Renewable Energy Geothermal energy Wind energy Biomass Solar Ocean energy Tidal energy

6. Tapping the Solar Energy Solar PanelsSolar concentric collectors

7. Tapping the Solar Energy Solar Cookers Solar Water heater Solar thermal collector dish

8. Energy Audit and Planning Energy management Evaluation of energy conservation

9. Environmental Pollution Global WarmingNoise Pollution Green house GasesEnvironmental Disasters

10. Waste Management & Bioconversion Chemical and Physical Waste Treatment Process Production of Biomass. Photosynthesis Bioconversion

11. Highlights of attending the course Equip the students for development of effective energy management schemes. Teach environmental friendly approaches Persuade the students to guide the society for a greener world, thus to preserve a healthier environment for better tomorrow

12. Physics is the study of Energy and its utilization in this universe. Let us explore positive and sustainable energy for all