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Activity
PBS

Pbs Kids:activities and Videos: Green

For Students 3rd - 8th
This PBS site contains videos and activities that are hands-on challenges that focus on the engineering design process. They use simple materials, allow for multiple solutions, and are ideal for ages 9-12.
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Other

University of Cincinnati: Project Step: Build a Bridge

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this two-period lesson, students work in teams to focus on the real-world application of bridge design and construction based on capacity, cost, and aesthetics.
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Website
US Department of Energy

Doe: Fossil Energy: Education Start Page

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Overview of the fossil energy industry (oil, gas, coal) with detailed descriptions of the processes and the work of the people employed in the industry.
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Handout
US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Petroleum Engineers

For Students 9th - 10th
The Bureau of Labor Statistics offers a complete description of the petroleum engineering career field, including nature of work, outlook, and earnings.
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Website
University of California

Uc Davis Undergraduate Admissions: Civil Engineering

For Students 9th - 10th
Description of the career of civil engineers.
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Website
Other

Engineer Girl: Fun Facts

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn fun facts about engineering, women engineers, and engineering achievements.
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Handout
US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Engineers

For Students 9th - 10th
Mining engineers are described here along with all other types of engineers. The report also gives prospective earnings and a prediction of the future of a career.