The Future of Energy: Room Temperature Superconductivity

In the last couple of years, there have been many popular media reports about the discovery of high temperature superconductivity. These have attracted worldwide attention, because, if true, these materials could revolutionize the energy grid and help address major challenges of global warming. This course covers the science of superconductivity and addresses different aspects of various claims that have been put forward.

Suggested Reading: Article links will be sent to enrolled participants one week before session one. 

Academic Units
0
Section Number
234SNR388
Instruction Method
Classroom + extended classroom

Location

Watermelon Music

1970 Lake Blvd. suite 1, Davis, CA, 95616

Watermelon Music

Watermelon Music 1970 Lake Blvd. suite 1, Davis, CA, 95616

Section Notes

Hybrid (simultaneous classroom/online) participants receive an Enrollment Confirmation by email after enrolling in this course online or by phone with our Student Services team. 530-757-8777.

The class is offered in Hybrid format, allowing participants to attend via Zoom or in- person at the classroom simultaneously. A Zoom link for the class will be emailed to you the day before the first session. (Monday class links will be sent on the previous Thursday.)

In-person participants will attend at Watermelon Music, 1970 Lake Blvd. Suite 1 Davis, CA 95616.

Please watch your email just prior to class for a PARKING MAP showing approved parking at the location. It is important to follow parking guidelines to respect the parking needs of other businesses nearby. Parking is limited, but additional street parking is available along Lake Blvd.

Enrollment Policies

There will be no service charge for withdrawal requests prior to the beginning of the Spring quarter. As of April 1, 2024, all withdrawal requests are subject to a $20 processing fee.  No refunds are given for a withdrawal once a course has begun.

OLLI FIELD TRIP COURSE FEES are not refundable once you have enrolled unless your vacancy can be filled by someone on the wait list.