92 The best aspects of this course included the exciting course readings and informative lectures about the technology and energy industries. The worst aspects of the course included the dul lectures and the dense information, which students often couldn’t grasp. Students also expressed frustration with the exams and homework assignments, which were based on the readings and not the class lectures. Students suggested making the lectures more engaging and making the exams and homework assignments more related to the class lectures. Prospective students should know that this is an interesting course that covers many exciting topics.

The best aspects of this course included the wide variety of materials and information provided throughout the semester. Students found the topics to be chal enging, engaging, and relevant to today’s issues. However, students found that there was very little connection of material discussed in class with what was in the reading or on the exams. Suggestions for improvement included bringing concepts from the reading into the class lectures, and providing more feedback on homework assignments so students can gauge their progress. Prospective students are encouraged to take the class if they are interested in the topic and are willing to put the time in to read and attend class regularly.

Professor Burgess was most frequently mentioned as the best aspect of the course. Students also praised the course’s subject matter and its field trips along with its small class size. Many students rated this as the best class they had taken at Hopkins. The depressing nature of the topic was the worst aspect of the course, although several students responded that nothing was bad about the class. Again, students were hard pressed to find room for change. Students who did have issues suggested the course meet at a different time. Prospective students should know this is an excellent overview of the various types of energy used today, and the class was recommended for every student regardless of major or prior scientific course work.