ES30-CE1
Analyze and explore earth-science related career paths in Saskatchewan, Canada and the world.

CP, DM

Indicators for this outcome
(a)

Generate a list of occupations that require a background in earth science through research and/or participation in events such as a career fair or job shadow. (K, S)

(b)

Explore the connection between topics in Earth Science 30 and occupations of personal interest. (S, A, STSE)

(c)

Identify which earth-science related occupations are facing shortages and which are oversubscribed locally, regionally and/or nationally. (STSE, S, K, A)

(d)

Examine the roles, responsibilities, educational qualifications and personal and professional qualities common to people involved in earth-science related jobs. (S, A)

(e)

Reflect upon personal suitability or non-suitability for a specific earth-science related occupation considering criteria such as:

  1. initial and continuing educational requirements;
  2. duties and skills required for this occupation;
  3. the work environment, including typical hours and shifts worked and typical locations;
  4. current wages received in Saskatchewan and how these compare to the rest of Canada;
  5. physical, mental and emotional stresses related to this occupation;
  6. workplace hazards and safety considerations;
  7. other occupations with which they interact;
  8. professional and/or licensing requirements in Canada and Saskatchewan; and
  9. future trends impacting the occupation. (K, S, A, STSE)
(f)

Compare the roles and responsibilities of various earth science professionals as they engage with a specific project. (K, STSE, A)

(g)

Examine the role of regulatory (e.g., Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan [APEGS]) and non-regulatory (e.g., Saskatchewan Geological Survey, Saskatchewan Mining Association, anadian Geophysical Union and the Canadian Water Resources Association) bodies that support earth scientists. (K, STSE)

(h)

Participate in, and reflect on, an earth-science related field experience. (K, A)

(i)

Communicate research findings related to earth science occupations through a display, brochure, video, presentation software, website or orally. (K, S, A, STSE)

(j)

Use acquired knowledge to develop a plan to attain a job of personal interest in the earth science field. (S, A)

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