Energy and Mines 10, 20, 30
Examine the diversity and impact of Saskatchewan’s energy and mining sectors.
Indicators for this outcome
| (a) | Review forms and sources of energy (e.g., chemical, mechanical and potential) in the context of human activity. |
| (b) | Explore the principles of energy release, conversion and utilization. |
| (c) | Explain the fundamental differences between matter and energy. |
| (d) | Identify the renewable and non-renewable energy and mineral resources found in Saskatchewan and the local area. |
| (e) | Describe the main stages of the exploration, mining and drilling processes. |
| (f) | Research the role of government ministries and Indigenous peoples in the energy and mining sectors. |
| (g) | Investigate some of the commercial enterprises that engage in mining, drilling and support activities in Saskatchewan. |
| (h) | Explore the impact of the energy and mining on society (e.g., communication technology, manufacturing, agriculture and consumer products and services). |
| (i) | Investigate the history of the hiring practices in the energy and mining sectors to include diverse groups (e.g., women, Indigenous peoples and immigrants). |
| (j) | Explore recruitment and retention strategies for diverse groups in the energy and mining industries. |
| (k) | Identify local energy and mineral companies. |
| (l) | Discuss local, national and global current events in the energy and mining sectors. |
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