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Young, Robert D. – 1982
This module applies basic laws of thermodynamics to the study of the efficiency at which heat can be converted to other useful forms of energy, including heat at low temperatures. The module is divided into four major sections. Section I treats energy conversion efficiency and defines the concept of first-law efficiency, the most widely used…
Descriptors: College Science, Energy, Energy Conservation, Engines
Download full textConservation and Renewable Energy Inquiry and Referral Service (DOE), Silver Spring, MD. – 1984
Presented is a list of 17 publications dealing with various aspects of renewable energy resources. These publications are suitable for students in grades 6 through 12. Each publication includes title, publication date, source, number of pages, cost, and when applicable, recommended grade level(s). (JN)
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Electricity, Energy, Energy Conservation
Gibbons, John H.; And Others – Scientific American, 1989
Discusses the efficient use of energy. Compares reserves and pollutants generated by natural gas, oil, and coal. Points out some alternative energy sources and ways for improving energy efficiency in buildings, industrial processes, and transportation. Describes some problems in developing and developed countries. (YP)
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Building Operation, Developed Nations, Developing Nations
Fowler, John M. – 1984
This 17-chapter book (which may also be used as a textbook) provides a thorough insight into the basic facts about energy as well as new and transitional technologies such as synthetic fuels. The book also helps examine the economic, societal, and political aspects of the energy situation in detail, consistently providing technical data to support…
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Alternative Energy Sources, Coal, Electricity
Younger, Charles; Orsak, Charles G., Jr. – 1982
Designed for student use in "Energy Conservation and Passive Design Concepts," one of 11 courses in a 2-year associate degree program in solar technology, this manual provides readings, bibliographies, and illustrations for seven course modules. The manual, which corresponds to an instructor guide for the same course, covers the…
Descriptors: Air Conditioning, Air Conditioning Equipment, Building Design, Climate Control
PDF pending restorationIllinois State Board of Education, Springfield. Dept. of Adult, Vocational and Technical Education. – 1983
This document contains 56 illustrations for use in an Illinois-developed competency-based course in ethanol spark ignition engine conversion. Each illustration is related to a specific competency in the course curriculum guide. Illustrations, which include photographs and line drawings, cover some of the following topics: carburetion, compression,…
Descriptors: Charts, Competence, Competency Based Education, Diagrams
Mayer, Fritz; And Others – 1982
Designed to accompany a 30-minute seminar televised over the Cable Satellite Public Affairs Network (C-SPAN), this handbook contains 4 readings on energy for high school students. Following an introduction on energy policy formulation, the first selection outlines the role of nuclear energy in America's future. Included are insets on the operation…
Descriptors: Alternative Energy Sources, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Current Events, Energy
