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Unit B: Understanding Common Energy Conversion Systems

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Alok Shirolikar

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Specialist Engineering Project Management

I manage teams that design and build offshore oil and gas pipeline infrastructure. I also support offshore wind projects.
Karen Thomas au site de construction Hebron GBS site à Bull Arm, T.N.-L.

Karen Thomas

Structural Engineer (Module Integration Manager)

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Rodrigo Vidal

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Architect, Teacher

My work helps people achieve the most comfortable temperature in their building.
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Why Wires?

STEM Explained

Learn about how wires are produced and used.

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Innovations in Nuclear Technologies

STEM Explained

Learn about why Canada is a world leader in nuclear technology.

Nimesh Patel

Nimesh Patel

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Manager, Engineering Services

Nimesh Patel is a Manager of Engineering Services for Finning Canada.
Stacey Corbett

Stacey Corbett

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Geographic Information Systems Manager

Stacey Corbett is a Geographic Information Systems Manager for EPCOR.
Our climate is changing

Introduction to Climate Change

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Learn more about the causes and impacts of global climate change.

Some examples of biomass

Generating Electricity: Biomass

Backgrounders

Learn how biomass can be used to generate electricity.

Coal and natural gas fueled generator near Hanna, Alberta, Canada

Generating Electricity: Fossil Fuels

Backgrounders

Learn how energy from fossil fuels can be used to generate electricity.

Colourful insulating wires

Introduction to Current Electricity

Backgrounders

Learn about current electricity and why it should be handled safely

Electrical power lines near a home

Does Living Near High-Voltage Power Lines Cause Cancer?

STEM Explained

Learn about the risks of electromagnetic radiation near high-voltage power lines.

Megan Laracy | Géologuel Canada Ltd

Megan Laracy

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Geologist

Megan Laracy is a Geologist for ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
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Osmosis and Its Role in Human Biology and Health

STEM Explained

Learn how and where osmosis takes place in the digestive system and excretory system and the role of osmosis in kidney dialysis.

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Adam Tofani

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Offshore Completions Engineer

Adam Tofani is an Offshore Completions Engineer for Cenovus Energy.