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This introductory course considers current and promising future energy systems. Topics introduced include available resources, energy conversion technologies and end use applications and technologies. An emphasis is placed on meeting the needs of a future of global energy supply and its associated challenges. Students will develop a technical and analytical framework with which they can evaluate energy supply alternatives in the context of political, economic, environmentaland social goals. Life cycle analysis is also considered. Topics introduced in this course may be covered in greater depth in other sustainable energy focus-area electives. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. 06-09-2023-22-12-2023 Lecture Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11:30AM - 12:20PM, Robertson Library, Room 208

This course introduces students to a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary approach to the study of environmental issues; and emphasizes the interrelationships among the various physical, biological, and human systems. It examines major contemporary environmental issues, such as global warming and land use, and focuses on how these issues are understood and addressed within the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities.(Formerly ENV-2010) Three hours a week (some field trips may be required). 07-09-2023-21-12-2023 Lecture Tuesday, Thursday 11:30AM - 12:45PM, Kelley Memorial Bldg, Room 237

This course is designed to provide business students with an introductory survey of the many business applications of descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include frequency distributions, measures of location and dispersion, basic probability theory, discrete and continuous probability distributions, sampling methods and sampling distributions, sample size, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, linear regression, and forecasting. Three hours a week. NOTE: This is a required course for Business students and credit for Statistics 1210, Education 4810, Psychology 2710, 2780 or 2790, Sociology 3310, and Sociology 3320 will not be allowed. 07-09-2023-21-12-2023 Lecture Tuesday, Thursday 11:30AM - 12:45PM, McDougall Hall, Room 328

This course provides an introduction to the theory and applications of statistics and probability. Topics include descriptive statistics, statistical inference for means and proportions, analysis of variance (ANOVA), correlation and regression. Note that this course is designed for students who have a firm grasp of grade 12 math skills, and is a prerequisite for all additional statistics courses. Three lecture hours plus a 1.5 hour lab per week. 06-09-2023-20-12-2023 Lecture Monday, Wednesday 01:30PM - 02:45PM, Faculty Sustainable Design Eng, Room 128B

A general introductory survey of theory and research on basic psychological processes: research methodology in psychology, biological basis of behaviour, sensation and perception, learning and motivation, memory and cognition. Three hours a week. 07-09-2023-21-12-2023 Lecture Tuesday, Thursday 02:30PM - 03:45PM, McDougall Hall, Room 242

This course introduces students to some of the basic skills required in planning and reporting scientific research. It includes electronic searching of the literature, planning and design of experiments, analysis of experimental data, assessment of experimental error, scientific proof, ethics in research, scientific publications, social media, and scientific presentations. Three lecture hours a week. 06-09-2023-22-12-2023 Lecture Monday, Wednesday, Friday 09:30AM - 10:20AM, SDU Main Bldg, Room 320

This course introduces the accounting model and basic accounting concepts and principles needed to read, analyze and interpret financial statements. An understanding of the role of accounting in society will be explored. Sound ethical judgment for financial decision-making will be stressed. Emphasis is on accounting from a "user's" perspective. Three hours a week. 07-09-2023-21-12-2023 Lecture Tuesday, Thursday 10:00AM - 11:15AM, McDougall Hall, Room 246

This course introduces the accounting model and basic accounting concepts and principles needed to read, analyze and interpret financial statements. An understanding of the role of accounting in society will be explored. Sound ethical judgment for financial decision-making will be stressed. Emphasis is on accounting from a "user's" perspective. Three hours a week. 06-09-2023-22-12-2023

This course examines the evolution and structure of the contemporary global system and considers the perennial questions of peace and stability in a world of independent polities. It treats the diverse capabilities, roles and relationships of state and non-state actors, and considers major patterns of change in the post-war world. Principal attention is directed to recurring theoretical concerns in the study of international politics. Both lectures and readings make generous use of case studies and contemporary issues. Lecture: Three hours a week. Restriction: Student must have permission of the instructor. 07-09-2023-21-12-2023 Lecture Tuesday, Thursday 11:30AM - 12:45PM, Robertson Library, Room 208