Section outline

  • Lesson Description

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    Learn about the site remediation and why it's important.

    Lesson Objectives:

    Student should be able to

    • Understand the magnitude of site remediation at the PORTS site
    • Understand the role of the EPA

    This enrichment lesson is geared towards grades 9-12, Adults



  • Engage

    • Engage

      What is remediation and why is it important?

      Learn about the magnitude of the cleanup at the PORTS site and learn what it takes to be involved with it.


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  • Explore

    • Software Setup

      Science of Safety

      Learn how the use of robotics can improve safety for workers when remediating contaminated sites.


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  • Explain

    • Hardware Setup

      How is remediation being conducted?

      Learn more about all aspects of how remediation is being conducted at the PORTS site.


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  • Extend

    • Circuit Triggers Internet Action

      Identifying Soil

      In this hands-on activity you will learn the different methods used to identify soil. Download the instructions packet below for use outside, and then start the activity.

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  • Evaluate

    • Combining Inputs and Outputs

      Review

      Let's review what we've learned.

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