Bio-Related Technology Modules
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This material is adapted from a Hearlihy, Inc. catalog. It is being used on a short-term basis to illustrate concepts and activities students would learn and do in a modular technology laboratory. For additional information see the Reference page. .
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Module: Bio-Related Technologies 601
Activities Concepts & Skills
  1. Learn about the Human Factors category through study of text.
  2. Review the basics of Ecological Management of the earth's resources.
  3. Evaluate importance of human factors in design and production of products.
  4. Sketch a new product design that improves utility by humans.
  5. Learn about technology in Human Care.
  6. Study role of technology in Cultivation of Plants & Animals.
  7. Examine alternative energy sources.
  8. Study role of technology in Waste Management .. recycling.
  9. Review importance of Regulations & Safety principles.
  10. Sketch new product concepts
  11. Analyze problem-solving criteria.
  12. Analyze results.
  1. Read a ruler.
  2. Work with linear calculations.
  3. Learn principles of ecological management.
  4. Understand plant cultivation and growth.
  5. Learn about medical science (immunization, pharmaceutical, etc.)
  6. Understand energy production and conversion.
  7. Learn about biodeterioration and biodegradation.
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Module: Waste Management 602
Activities Concepts & Skills
  1. Study the different types of waste and their effects on the environment.
  2. Understand the need for waste management.
  3. Build simulated landfills to test the effectiveness of lining systems.
  4. Create a Toxitract Activity that synthesizes the effect of waste on the environment and water supply of a typical community.
  5. Use Waste Wheels to identify the effects of day-to-day waste products.
  6. Create spreadsheets and charts that display the results from the landfills.
  1. Simulate landfills to test the effectiveness of human-made and natural lining systems.
  2. Design a mock community with waste sites to determine the impact on the environment.
  3. Recognize the actions and roles each individual can take to help manage wastes.
  4. Measure pH levels of soil and water samples.
  5. Create charts and graphs of testing results.
  6. Study Soil, Water, and Air Pollution and identify their sources.
  7. Examine how wastes are safely transported.
  8. Study the impact that the work of environmental organizations have on our society.
  9. Research the need for rules and regulations against wastes in the environment.
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Entered October 19, 1997