Lesson Overview It is challenging to clean up oil once it has been spilled. Objectives Students will work cooperatively to design and build an ROV (remotely operated vehicle) in response to a mock oil spill. Students will demonstrate how to operate equipment similar to real-life oil response equipment. Grade Level:Â 6-8, 9-12 Subject: Engineering and Technology, … Read more
Lesson Overview Crude oil is composed of many fractions that can be used for different purposes. Objectives Students will understand that crude oil is made up of various components Students will perform an experiment to fractionally distill crude oil or a substitute for crude oil. Student will identify the characteristics of different components of crude … Read more
Lesson Overview It is challenging to construct a pipeline to safely transport oil over rugged terrain. Objectives Students will construct a working model of an oil pipeline. Students will cooperate to transport oil form drilling areas to a marine terminal. Grade Level:Â 6-8, 9-12 Subject: Engineering and Technology, Earth and Space Science, Conservation, Environmental Science, Physical … Read more
Lesson Overview Important legislation surrounding oil spill prevention and restoration and energy development and conservation must go through a rigorous process. Objectives Students will understand the legislative process. Students will participate in a senate simulation. Students will experience the give and take, the party alliances, and the stress and preparations involved in passing legislation. Grade … Read more