Chemistry in the Aluminum Industry
Backgrounders
Learn about the role of chemistry in the aluminum industry.
VR Career Exploration
Lessons
Students will learn about virtual reality technology and explore careers using this technology.
Design & Build a Water Tower
Lessons
Students will design and build a model water tower and learn why these structures are important for many communities. Grade 8 extensions are also included.
Careers in Building and Design
Lessons
Students explore careers that involve designing and building structures and devices.
Exploring Careers in STEM Grade 7
Lessons
Students will expand their knowledge of STEM career types related to a topic they are studying in science.
Team Tower Challenge
Lessons
Students will explore what it means to be a member of a team and highlight the skills and qualities that make one a good team member.
Michaella Chemello
Engineer in Training (Civil)
Summer Symposium Series: Engineering Career Resources
Backgrounders
A career in engineering would let you help people through designing and implementing the things they use in their daily lives.
Fairy Sahay
Civil Engineer (Green Economy Project)
Engineering a Future Career
Lessons
Students explore the different branches of engineering and discover the similarities and differences between them.
Attributes and Skills of Innovators
Lessons
Students explore the attributes and skills that can make someone a successful innovator.
Careers of the Future
Lessons
Students will learn about potential careers of the future and create their own job description.
How can we build a structure that protects toy people from wind?
Hands-on Activities
How could you design and build a structure that protects toy people from the wind?
How Can I Take Responsible Risks?
Lessons
Students share examples of responsible risk-taking and reflect on how they can take risks.
Taking Risks in Your Career
Lessons
Students learn about different ways that people take risks in their careers.