Handout
US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Architectural and Engineering Managers

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the work of engineering, science and computer systems managers, their training requirements and the prospects for these occupations.
Website
University of Alberta

Sandford Fleming and Standard Time

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information about Sandford Fleming and his contributions to standard time.
Lesson Plan
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Homeward Bound

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students review the what they have learned throughout the five lessons in this unit. This includes a review of many types of engineers, reminding students of the various everyday products, structures and processes they design and create...
Website
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Engineering: Ask an Engineer

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource is composed of student questions for engineers, and provides information on a variety of scientific topics such as devising science fair projects, planning scientific experiments and getting into a school like MIT for...
Lesson Plan
Science Museum of Minnesota

Thinking Fountain: Straws: Make a Glider

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Design and construct a glider that files! Compare the flights with classmates' prototypes to test the success of your design.
Lesson Plan
Science Museum of Minnesota

Thinking Fountain: Noodle: Build a Spaghetti Structure

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Design and construct a structure out of spaghetti and marshmallows. Although spaghetti doesn't seem like a strong building material, you can build surprisingly elegant and sturdy structures using it.
Handout
Department of Defense

Do Dea: Business & Personal Finance: Module 1: Careers in Construction [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
If you have ever thought about a career in construction then this publication is for you! It talks about what you need to learn and do to get that first great job. Whether you want to be an environmental engineer, a skilled ironworker,...
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.
Activity
PBS

Pbs Mathline: Boeing: Engineer a Jetliner

For Students 9th - 10th
In this performance task, students will assume the role of an aerospace engineer. Students will develop wing and engine design solutions.
Online Course
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: Introduction to Electronics, Signals, and Measurement

For Students 9th - 10th
Online, college-level course on electronics. Class features the practical introduction to electronics with a focus on measurement and signals. Accessible components include downloadable lecture notes, assignments, and previous quiz and...
Handout
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Should We Grow Gm Crops?

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn the pros and cons of genetically modified (GM) crops, and cast your vote on whether they should be grown. From the FRONTLINE/NOVA: Harvest of Fear Web site.
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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Other

Aiga: Design Observer

For Students 9th - 10th
A designer's portal featuring writings, news, and critical essays on graphic design, social innovation, urbanism, popular culture, and criticism.
Handout
Careers New Zealand

Kiwi Careers: Water and Soil Engineer

For Students 9th - 10th
A New Zealand-based website that offers basic information about a water and soil engineer, including a job description, working conditions, job market, and how to enter the job.
Handout
US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: What Interests You?

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site from the Bureau of Labor Statistics find out about possible careers in your future by selecting a job based on what school subject you like.
Website
Other

Discover Engineering

For Students 9th - 10th
A fascinating look at what engineering is, what engineers do, and how engineers can change the world. Find videos, fun facts about great engineers and engineering successes, activities, games, downloads, and other sites to explore....
Article
Famous Scientists

Famous Scientists: Bill Nye

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn all about Bill Nye, the science guy, and find out how he has contributed to many aspects of science.
Activity
Museum of Science

Museum of Science and Industry: Online Science: Design a Submarine

For Students 3rd - 9th
Become an engineer, and design a submarine that moves in the water like a real submarine. Try making it sink, float, and hover in the water.
Activity
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Write On!

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
In this activity, students create a book, newspaper or other published work to communicate what they have learned about engineering and the environment.
Lesson Plan
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Keep Spreading the News

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
In this instructional activity, young scholars develop an understanding of the critical role communication plays in an engineer's life. Students create products to communicate their learning about the engineering role in the environment.
Lesson Plan
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Move Your Muscles!

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
This instructional activity covers the topic of muscles. Learners learn about the three different types of muscles in the human body and the effects of microgravity on muscles. Students also learn how astronauts need to exercise in order...
Lesson Plan
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Engineering: Simple Machines

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Simple machines are devices with few or no moving parts that make work easier. Students are introduced to the six types of simple machines - the wedge, wheel and axle, lever, inclined plane, screw, and pulley - in the context of the...
Website
Other

Engineer Girl: Why Be an Engineer

For Students 9th - 10th
The National Academy of Engineering promotes engineering as a career, especially to women and girls. Answer questions you have about becoming an engineer and about being an engineer.
Website
Other

Tomorrows Engineers: About Engineering

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover what engineering has to offer you. Read FAQs about this field, explore some engineering careers, or read some case studies to find out about how it relates to science, technology, and math.