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Intro to Agriculture - Oxy-fuel Welding and Cutting

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This introductory lesson presents an overview of the applications associated with the oxy-fuel welding and cutting processes.  Learners will be exposed to the equipment associated with the process as well as the fundamentals and applications necessary to accurately weld and cut using the process. This lesson should only be used if the instructor has previous experience in oxy-fuel welding.  The instructor must add additional safety protocols associated with the manufacturers of the equipment and school guidelines.

Material Type: Activity/Lab, Lesson Plan

Author: Owl Nest Manager

What Is GIS?

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Geographic information systems (GIS) are important technology that allows rapid study and use of spatial information. GIS have become increasingly prevalent in industry and the consumer/internet world in the last 20 years. Historically, the basis of GIS was in mapping, and so it is important to understand the basis of maps and how to use them as well as why they are different from GIS. In this lesson, students learn the value of maps, how to use maps, and the basic components of a GIS. They are also introduced to numerous GIS applications.

Material Type: Lesson Plan

Authors: Andrey Koptelov, Nathan Howell

Making Maps that Matter with GIS

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The Nature of Geographic Information is an orientation to the properties of geographic data and the practice of distance learning. The purpose of this course is to promote understanding of the Geographic Information Science and Technology (GIS&T) enterprise. GIS&T is the intersection of professions, institutions, and technologies that produce geographic data and render information from it. It is a rapidly growing and evolving field. Learning is a way of life for all GIS&T professionals. With this in mind, I hope that this text may contribute to your lifelong exploration of how geospatial technologies can be used to improve the quality of life-yours and your neighbors', locally and globally, now and in the future.

Material Type: Full Course

Author: David DiBiase

Electrical Wiring: Branch Circuits

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In this lesson on branch circuits in electrical wiring, students will explore installing devices, calculating load and location, and safety in electrical wiring of branch circuits. Documents include a slide presentation and notes, NEC diagram, and four student practice worksheets.  

Material Type: Homework/Assignment, Lecture Notes, Lesson

Author: Owl Nest Manager

Value-Based Planters

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Gauge your students’ skills and teach them new ones in this fun, introductory woodworking project using found pallet lumber.  Valuable for assessing what skills students have, do not have, and how hard students work (tearing apart pallets), while providing planters that can be sold as a fundraiser.  Written by Boyd Bowder.

Material Type: Activity/Lab

Author: Owl Nest Manager

Small Engines Safety

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In this lesson, students will learn about the safety hazards associated with the small engines shop. Students will learn how to avoid those safety hazards to operate the safest learning environment.

Material Type: Activity/Lab, Assessment, Homework/Assignment, Lesson, Lesson Plan

Author: Ashton Bohling

Using Micrometers

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This five-day lesson introduces students to micrometers, explains how to read and use these tools, and assesses students' abilities to demonstrate proper micrometer usage and reading.

Material Type: Activity/Lab, Assessment, Homework/Assignment, Lesson, Lesson Plan

Author: Donavan Phoenix