Energy and Mines 10, 20, 30

Investigate the scientific theories and principles that explain the formation of landforms on Earth and their relationship to the location of renewable and non-renewable resources.

Module 5A: Introduction to Groundwater (Core)

Module Code

ENMI5A

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

2-4

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Investigate groundwater and how it is extracted.

Module 5B: Groundwater Movement (Core)

Module Code

ENMI5B

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

2-4

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 5A

Explore the movement of groundwater.

Module 6: Treaties and Traditional Territory (Core)

Module Code

ENMI6

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

5-8

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Investigate treaty relationships as they relate to the energy and mining industries.

Module 7: Sustainability (Core)

Module Code

ENMI7

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

4-8

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Examine the sustainability of the energy and mining industries.

Module 8: Environmental Impact (Core)

Module Code

ENMI8

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 6

Investigate the short and long-term environmental impacts of the energy and mining industries.

Module 9: Introduction to Technology (Core)

Module Code

ENMI9

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Examine the advancements in technology in the energy and mining industries.

Module 10A: Natural Resource Exploration Planning (Core)

Module Code

ENMI10A

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 6

Investigate the processes involved in planning for exploration of natural resources in Saskatchewan.

Module 10B: Natural Resource Exploration (Core)

Module Code

ENMI10B

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 10A

Explore the general processes involved in the exploration of natural resources in Saskatchewan.

Module 11: Effective Communication in Energy and Mines (Core)

Module Code

ENMI11

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

3-5

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Examine the principles of effective communication skills in energy and mines.

Module 12: Decommissioning and Reclamation (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI12

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 8

Examine the processes involved in the decommissioning and reclamation of mines and orphaned wells.

Module 13: Royalties (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI13

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

4-6

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 6 and 12

Explore the royalty structure in the energy and mining industries.

Module 14: Oil, Gas and Coal Formation (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI14

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

5-8

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 4

Investigate the characteristics and formation of oil, gas and coal deposits in Saskatchewan.

Module 15: Petroleum Exploration (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI15

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-8

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 6, 10B and 14

Investigate oil and gas exploration in Saskatchewan.

Module 16: Petroleum Extraction (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI16

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

8-12

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Explore oil and gas extraction.

Module 17: Petroleum Distribution (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI17

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

5-8

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 12

Examine how oil and gas are stored and transported.

Module 18: Petroleum Refinement (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI18

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

4-6

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Investigate the components, refinement and processing of oil and gas resources.

Module 19: Petroleum Uses (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI19

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

2-3

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 6 and 13

Explore the uses of petroleum products.

Module 20A: Petroleum Economics: Local Impact (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI20A

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 7 and 19

Examine the local economic impact of the oil and gas industry.

Module 20B: Petroleum Economics: Marketing and Global Impact (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI20B

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 7 and 19

Examine the marketing and global economic impact of the oil and gas industry.

Module 21: Coal Exploration (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI21

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

5-8

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 6, 10B and 14

Investigate coal exploration in Saskatchewan.

Module 22: Coal Mining and Production (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI22

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 8

Investigate how coal is extracted and processed.

Module 23: Coal Distribution (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI23

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

3-6

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 12

Explore the nature, location and operation of the distribution systems through which coal is transported.

Module 24: Coal Uses (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI24

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

2-3

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 6 and 13

Explore the uses of coal.

Module 25: Coal Economics (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI25

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 7 and 24

Examine the marketing and economic impact of coal in Saskatchewan.

Module 26: Potash Formation (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI26

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

4-6

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 4

Investigate the characteristics and formation of potash beds in Saskatchewan.

Module 27: Potash Exploration (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI27

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-8

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 6 and 10B

Examine potash exploration in Saskatchewan.

Module 28A: Conventional Potash Mining Facility (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI28A

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Investigate the layout and operation of a conventional potash mine.

Module 28B: Conventional Potash Mining Equipment (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI28B

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 28A

Investigate the equipment used in a conventional potash mine.

Module 29: Solution Mining (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI29

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Investigate how potash is extracted using solution mining.

Module 30: Potash Processing (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI30

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Explore the processing of potash ore to create a finished product.

Module 31: Potash Distribution (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI31

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

5-8

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 12

Examine the nature, location and operation of storage and distribution systems for potash.

Module 32: Potash Uses (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI32

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

2-3

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 6 and 13

Explore the uses of potash.

Module 33: Potash Economics (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI33

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 7 and 32

Examine the marketing and economic impact of potash in Saskatchewan.

Module 34: Uranium Formation (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI34

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

3-5

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 4

Investigate the characteristics and formation of uranium deposits in Saskatchewan.

Module 35: Uranium Exploration (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI35

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

4-6

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 6 and 10B

Explore uranium exploration in Saskatchewan.

Module 36: Uranium Mining (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI36

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Investigate how uranium is extracted from the ground and processed.

Module 37: Uranium Processing (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI37

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

4-6

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 5B

Explore how uranium is isolated through processing and refining.

Module 38: Uranium Distribution (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI38

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

3-5

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 12

Examine the nature, location and operation of storage and distribution systems for uranium.

Module 39: Uranium Uses (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI39

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

2-3

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 6 and 13

Explore the uses of uranium.

Module 40: Uranium Economics (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI40

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 7 and 39

Examine the economic impact and processes involved in marketing uranium.

Module 41: Critical and Secondary Minerals (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI41

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

12-15

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 8

Explore critical and secondary minerals commercially mined in Saskatchewan.

Module 42: Hydrogen (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI42

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

2-4

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Investigate the uses, extraction, marketing and development of hydrogen as a fuel source in Saskatchewan.

Module 43: Electricity Production Methods (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI43

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

5-8

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 7 and 8

Investigate the methods of commercial electricity production in Saskatchewan.

Module 44: Electricity - Existing Production (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI44

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

6-10

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 6 and 7

Explore the existing commercial electrical production industry in Saskatchewan.

Module 45: Electricity - Future Production (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI45

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

5-8

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 7

Examine potential future commercial energy production in Saskatchewan and Canada.

Module 46: Electricity Transmission and Distribution (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI46

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

4-8

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 12

Explore the operation of the distribution systems through which Saskatchewan's electrical energy is transported.

Module 47: Alternative Heat Energy Sources (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI47

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

8-12

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 7 and 9

Investigate alternative heat sources used in Saskatchewan.

Module 48: Alternative Energy Sources - Transportation (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI48

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

5-8

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 7 and 9

Explore alternative energy sources used in transportation.

Module 49: Alternative Energy Sources - Electrical Generation (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI49

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

8-12

Prerequisite Module(s)

Modules 6, 7 and 9

Examine alternative energy sources used in electrical generation.

Module 50: Career Opportunities (Core)

Module Code

ENMI50

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

2-5

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Explore occupations related to the energy and mining sectors.

Module 80A: Work Study Preparation (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI80A

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

3-5

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Prepare for the work placement.

Module 80B: Work Study Preparation (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI80B

Level

Intermediate, Advanced

Suggested Time (hrs)

3-5

Prerequisite Module(s)

None

Prepare for the work placement.

Module 81A: Work Study Placement (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI81A

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

25-50

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 80A

Participate in a work placement experience.

Module 81B: Work Study Placement (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI81B

Level

Advanced

Suggested Time (hrs)

25-50

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 80B

Participate in a work placement experience

Module 82A: Work Study Follow-up (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI82A

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

2-4

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 81A

Relate one's work placement experience to personal and career goals.

Module 82B: Work Study Follow-up (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI82B

Level

Advanced

Suggested Time (hrs)

2-4

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 81B

Relate one's work placement experience to personal and career goals.

Module 99A: Extended Study (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI99A

Level

Introductory

Suggested Time (hrs)

10-25

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 99B: Extended Study (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI99B

Level

Intermediate

Suggested Time (hrs)

10-25

Prerequisite Module(s)

Module 99C: Extended Study (Optional)

Module Code

ENMI99C

Level

Advanced

Suggested Time (hrs)

10-25

Prerequisite Module(s)