PrintUnderstanding the Course Assignments
Energy and the Environment is an active course. We will have you look at real data so you can put the concepts we teach you into action. This means that a significant proportion of the assignments is based on the lab activities. Here we explain the various types of assignments.
Readings
At the end of each module there is a list of general references. These are for you if you would like to explore material in more detail. They are not mandatory. There are also references within each module for more information on individual concepts. We specify whether these are mandatory or voluntary, Where mandatory, you will be required to understand this material for assignments. Most of the material for the course is provided on the module pages.
Activities
As you work through each module we have assignments that are for credit and those that are not but are there to advance your understanding of the material.
- Module Summative Lab Assessments
Module Summative activities are given at the end of five of the modules for credit. In these activities you will be required to integrate multiple concepts. You will do these in your own time but answers will be entered in Canvas in a times environment. - Capstone Activity or Course Summative Activity
The Course Summative Activity takes place after Module 12 and is for credit. This assignment will be handed in at the end of the course. - Learning Checkpoints
These are simple questions that are not for credit that will help you retain information and think about what you have just read. They are not for credit but we strongly encourage you to take the time to do them as they will help you prepare for quizzes and midterms.
As described in the Syllabus, course Assessment is as follows:
- Weekly quizzes multiple choice, administered through Canvas (35% of grade).
- Summative Assessment Labs, administered through Canvas (total 35% of grade).
- Discussions to be posted weeks when there are no labs (15% of grade).
- Capstone activity (15% of grade)