compare emerging and
alternative energy sources used to power vehicles
describe the historical
and potential future impact of energy, power, and transportation systems on
society and the environment
apply employability skills
in the automotive work environment
identify potential careers
in automotive technology and related fields
outline social, legal,
and ethical responsibilities associated with vehicle operation
SUGGESTED
INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES
Have students research
the history of the automobile and list the major steps in its development.
Engage students in a class discussion about the impact of these developments
and what factors caused them.
As a class, have students
develop a list of the forms of energy used to construct and power automobiles.
Lead a discussion regarding the effects these forms of energy have on the
environment. Have students summarize the impact of automobiles on the environment
and report their findings to the class.
After showing a career
video, have students research particular jobs in automotive technology (encourage
students to examine a diverse range of jobs). As a class, have students develop
a list of questions that can be used to interview individuals in the automotive
trade. Following the interview process (in-class guest speaker or in the field),
have students report their findings to the class.
Invite several female
and male employers to participate in a class discussion of employability skills.
Present the Conference
Board of CanadaÕs list of Employability Skills 2000+. This is available
online at http://www.conferenceboard.ca/nbec/research.htm or from the Board
at 255 Smyth Road, Ottawa, ON K1H 8M7 Canada, Tel. (613) 526- 3280, Fax (613)
526- 4857. Ask students to suggest how the various employability skills might
be applicable in an automotive technology work environment.
Have groups of students
discuss the social, legal, and ethical responsibilities of vehicle operation,
and present their views to the class. As an extension, invite a motor vehicle
inspector, police officer, or automobile insurance agent to speak to the class
SUGGESTED
ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES
Have students, in groups,
investigate social and environmental considerations with respect to the automotive
industry. Conduct a class discussion, and note to what extent students are
able to:
- identify various power sources
- relate costs to each type of power source
- recognize the impact on society
- identify or describe the consequences of energy shortages
- cite examples of new power/energy sources.
When students assess
environmental impacts on self and society, consider how they:
- view auto pollution
- describe waste management
- provide examples of practices that have an impact, identify the potential
impact, and suggest actions for mitigating the impact.
As students research
a particular position in the field of automotive technology, note the extent
to which they:
- consider the work environment
- consider health and safety
- identify wages or salary as a factor
- consider opportunities for gender equity
- identify the skills, training, and other qualifications required to obtain
and do the job.
RECOMMENDED
LEARNING RESOURCES
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Automotive Excellence
Vol. 1
Automotive Excellence
Vol. 2
Automotive Service:
Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair
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