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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
McDaniels, David K. – 1982
The different approaches to the generation of power from solar energy may be roughly divided into five categories: distributed collectors; central receivers; biomass; ocean thermal energy conversion; and photovoltaic devices. The first approach (distributed collectors) is the subject of this module. The material presented is designed to…
Descriptors: College Science, Electricity, Heat, Higher Education
Center for Occupational Research and Development, Inc., Waco, TX. – 1983
Unified Technical Concepts (UTC) is a modular system for teaching applied physics in two-year postsecondary technician programs. This UTC laboratory textbook, the second of two volumes, consists of 45 learning modules dealing with basic concepts of physics. Addressed in the individual chapters of the guide are the following topics: force…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Energy, Force, Kinetics
Center for Occupational Research and Development, Inc., Waco, TX. – 1983
Unified Technical Concepts (UTC) is a modular system for teaching applied physics in two-year postsecondary technician programs. This UTC laboratory textbook, the first of two volumes, consists of 56 learning modules dealing with basic concepts of physics. Addressed in the individual chapters of the guide are the following topics: force, work,…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Electricity, Energy, Force
Fillo, J. A. – 1981
This three-part module focuses on the principles of nuclear fusion and on the likely nature and components of a controlled-fusion power reactor. The physical conditions for a net energy release from fusion and two approaches (magnetic and inertial confinement) which are being developed to achieve this goal are described. Safety issues associated…
Descriptors: Accidents, College Science, Higher Education, Nuclear Energy
Nguyen, Van Thanh – 1979
The search for new energy resources as alternatives to fossil fuels have generated new interest in the heat of the earth itself. New geothermal areas with a variety of characteristics are being explored, as are new ways of extracting work from naturally heated steam and hot water. Some of this effort is discussed in this three-part module. Five…
Descriptors: College Science, Electricity, Energy, Engines
