Montana offers prime examples of energy production facilities, from traditional fossil fuel energy sites to exciting alternative technologies for producing power. As the group makes its way across Montana via bicycles, they will visit small towns and meet with a variety of local citizens, land managers, scientists, elected officials, farmers, recreationists, and ranchers. These guest speakers expose students to diverse perspectives on the landscapes and cultures of the area, as well as the issues around energy and climate change.
The Cycle the Rockies program includes the following courses:
- ENST 395 Field Studies of Climate Change in Montana, 3 undergraduate credits
- NRSM 321 Field Studies of Energy Systems in Montana, 3 undergraduate credits
Course meets in Montana. Course is available for undergraduate credit only. It is the student’s responsibility to verify the transferability of courses to their degree-granting institution and intended major.
Registration for this course is required through the Wild Rockies Field Institute, www.wrfi.net. The sponsoring agency charges a course registration fee.
Students wanting to earn academic credit from the University of Montana must pay an additional credit recording fee below.
