Characteristics
(Aligned Knowledge, Skills, Abilities) for each job title |
Environmental Scientist s and Specialists, Including Health- Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population. Utilizing knowledge of various scientific disciplines may collect, synthesize, study, report, and take action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources.
Knowledge: Law and Government, Biology, English Language, Public Safety and Security, Customer and Personal Service, Administration and Management, Chemistry, Geography, Engineering and Technology, Mathematics
Skills: Reading Comprehension, Active Listening, Coordination, Science, Active Learning, Critical Thinking, Time Management, Writing, Speaking, Service Orientation
Abilities: Inductive Reasoning, Speech Clarity, Deductive Reasoning, Oral Expression, Written Comprehension, Near Vision, Oral Comprehension, Written Expression, Problem Sensitivity, Far Vision
State of Florida Hourly/Yearly Median Wage ($21.19/$44,100)
Environmental Engineer- Design, plan, or perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental health hazards utilizing various engineering disciplines. Work may include waste treatment, site remediation, or pollution control technology.
Knowledge: Public Safety and Security, Mathematics, Law and Government, Engineering and Technology, Administration and Management, English Language, Education and Training, Chemistry, Computers and Electronics, Design
Skills: Reading Comprehension, Active Listening, Critical Thinking, Science, Writing, Speaking, Time Management, Active Learning, Complex Problem Solving, Coordination
Abilities: Oral Comprehension, Oral Expression, Problem Sensitivity, Deductive Reasoning, Inductive Reasoning, Written Comprehension, Speech Clarity, Speech Recognition, Written Expression, Near Vision
State of Florida Hourly/Yearly Median Wage ($29.29/$60,900)
Epidemiologist -Investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, and other health outcomes and develop the means for prevention and control.
Knowledge: English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Medicine and Dentistry, Computers and Electronics, Education and Training, Sociology and Anthropology, Administration and Management, Customer and Personal Service, Psychology
Skills: Reading Comprehension, Science, Writing, Active Listening, Active Learning, Critical Thinking, Speaking, Time Management, Complex Problem Solving, Mathematics
Abilities: Inductive Reasoning, Oral Comprehension, Oral Expression, Problem Sensitivity, Deductive Reasoning, Written Comprehension, Written Expression, Speech Clarity, Information Ordering, Near Vision
State of Florida Hourly/Yearly Median Wage ($26.62/$55,400)
Biochemist/biophysicist- Study the chemical composition and physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms.
Knowledge: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics
Skills: Critical Thinking, Science, Mathematics, Critical Thinking, Writing, Active Learning, Complex Problem Solving, Equipment Selection, Monitoring
Abilities: Inductive Reasoning, Written Comprehension, Deductive Reasoning, Near Vision, Information Ordering, Written Expression, Memorization, Problem Sensitivity, Category Flexibility, Number Facility
State of Florida Hourly/Yearly Median Wage ($32.12/$66,800)
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Technician- Compound and dispense medications following prescriptions issued by physicians, dentists, or other authorized medical practitioners.
Knowledge: Customer and Personal Service, Medicine and Dentistry, Mathematics, Chemistry, English Language, Administration and Management, Computers and Electronics, Psychology, Education and Training, Biology
Skills: Active Listening, Speaking, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, Science, Critical Thinking, Writing, Instructing, Social Perceptiveness, Active Learning
Abilities: Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Problem Sensitivity, Speech Clarity, Speech Recognition, Written Comprehension, Deductive Reasoning, Inductive Reasoning, Information Ordering, Near Vision, Written Expression
State of Florida Median Hourly/Yearly Wage ($43.68/$90,900)
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Video Summary at each level |
Introduction-
Health Science 36 seconds
Career Profile Video Clip-“Health Science workers have a direct impact on people’s lives every minute of every day. They save lives and improve the quality of life for others on a daily basis. They keep the records of treatments and vaccinations, so we can receive up-to-date care. They help victims of trauma or illness recover their will to live and the ability to lead normal lives. They keep our teeth clean and prevent decay. They operate equipment to fill prescriptions for eyewear and process laboratory tests.”
End Level 1-Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health 1:01 seconds
Career Profile Video Clip-“There is a price any society pays for progress. Often, that price is measured in damage to the environment or the public health. Environmental Scientists and Specialists including health specialists, try to stop the damage. These specialists investigate what’s causing the pollution or health hazard. They may perform laboratory and field tests to monitor environmental resources and to determine the contaminants and sources of pollution. Once these are identified they work to stop the threat. They design and monitor waste disposal sites, preserve water supplies and reclaim contaminated land and water. Being able to collect information and materials and to study them to determine their impact requires knowledge in various sciences. Strong math skills are also important because specialists often need to develop research models using statistical concepts and they need to be able to create charts and graphs to explain the data collected.”
End Level 2- Environmental Engineer 43seconds
Career Profile Video Clip-“Many environmental engineers work as consultants, helping their clients comply with regulations and cleanup operations at hazardous waste sites. Usually, environmental engineers have a 4-year college degree. How much training they need and where they get it depends on their specialization. Their specialization also affects whether they work indoors or outdoors and how much paperwork they have to do. Environmental engineering is a career that combines practicality and creativity because both qualities are needed to find solutions to environmental issues. When this job is done well, the earth gains a little protection so future generations can also enjoy its bounty”
End Level 3 Epidemiologist 46 seconds
Career Profile Video Clip- “Epidemiologists are like medical detectives-they work to determine who gets diseases and why. They train through 4 years of college and additional 2-4 years of a master’s degree or doctoral studies. They may specialize in an area such as environmental epidemiology, which looks at the connection between environment exposure and disease. Epidemiologists collect, analyze, and interpret data, prepare reports, and present their findings verbally and in writing. They must have good statistical, analytical, and communication skills. Their work may take place at universities, hospitals, research facilities or pharmaceutical companies. But like any detective, an epidemiologist might also go on location to find out more about the cause and effect of a disease in a particular community.”
End Level 4 Biochemist/biophysicists 1:04 seconds
“From huge animals to tiny plants, all living things are made up of cells and each cell contains a microscopic universe of wonders. Biochemists and biophysicists are scientists who specialize in living cells and organisms. They study the chemicals, the structure, the actions and reactions of the building blocks of life. Their expertise is much in demand-by government, industry, universities, and research institutions. Biochemists and biophysicists usually work in a lab depending on the project; the hours can be long with a lot of time spent looking into microscopes or computer screens. They need to be diligent and highly disciplined, able to patiently focus and keep careful records of their observations. Sometimes many years-and a lot of teamwork-is needed to complete a particular task, such as mapping a human gene. But these are people with a passion for science. The work they do is laying the foundation for future breakthroughs in our understanding of life on our planet.”
End Level 5 Pharmacist/Pharmacy Technician 33 seconds
“To study to become a pharmacist, you must first prove your aptitude in science and math by passing the Pharmacy College Admissions test. After earning a doctor of pharmacology degree at a college or university, pharmacists then need to be licensed by the state. With additional educations, pharmacists can move into administration or teaching. They can even do research to develop new drugs. But the goal is the same-helping people get the medications they need to get well and stay healthy.”
End Level 6 (Game Summary)
Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health 29 seconds
“Environmental Specialists may also be called upon to advise government regulators from the health department or state departments of environmental conservation. A bachelor’s degree is the minimum educational requirement for these occupations. For some jobs, you’ll also need 5 years of experience. The air we breathe, the food we eat and the water we drink are all cleaner because of environmental scientists and specialists.” |
Sunshine State Standards
(Based on 2007 Draft Version Grades 7 and 8) |
Level 1
Grade 7 & Grade 8
BIG IDEA 1: Develop an understanding of and apply proportionality, including similarity
MA.7.A.1.1- Distinguish between situations that are proportional or not proportional and use proportions to solve problems
MA.7.A.1.6- Apply proportionality to measurement in multiple contexts, including scale drawings and constant speed
BIG IDEA 2: Develop an understanding of and use formulas to determine surface areas and volumes of three-dimensional shapes
MA.7.G.2.1- Justify and apply formulas for surface area and volume of pyramids, prisms, cylinders, and cones
Level 2
Grade 7
BIG IDEA 1: Analyze and represent linear functions and solve linear equations and systems of linear equations
MA.7.A.1.1- Distinguish between situations that are proportional or not proportional and use proportions to solve problems
MA.7.A.1.6- Apply proportionality to measurement in multiple contexts, including scale drawings and constant speed
BIG IDEA 2: Develop an understanding of and use formulas to determine surface areas and volumes of three-dimensional shapes
MA.7.G.2.1- Justify and apply formulas for surface area and volume of pyramids, prisms, cylinders, and cones
Grade 8
BIG IDEA 1: Analyze and represent linear functions and solve linear equations and systems of linear equations
MA.8.A.1.1- Create and interpret tables, graphs, and models to represent, analyze, and solve problems related to linear equations, including analysis of domain, range and the difference between discrete and continuous data
BIG IDEA 3: Analyze and summarize data sets
MA.8.S.3.1- Select, organize and construct appropriate data displays, including box and whisker plots, scatter plots, and lines of best fit to convey information and make conjectures about possible relationships
Level 3
Grade 7
BIG IDEA 1: Analyze and represent linear functions and solve linear equations and systems of linear equations
MA.7.A.1.1- Distinguish between situations that are proportional or not proportional and use proportions to solve problems
MA.7.A.1.3- Solve problems involving similar figures
MA.7.A.1.5- Distinguish direct variation from other relationships, including inverse variation
MA.7.A.1.6- Apply proportionality to measurement in multiple contexts, including scale drawings and constant speed
Grade 8
BIG IDEA 1: Analyze and represent linear functions and solve linear equations and systems of linear equations
MA.8.A.1.1- Create and interpret tables, graphs, and models to represent, analyze, and solve problems related to linear equations, including analysis of domain, range and the difference between discrete and continuous data
MA.8.A.1.3- Use tables, graphs, and models to represent, analyze, and solve real-world problems related to systems of linear equations
MA.8.A.1.6- Compare the graphs of linear and non-linear functions for real-world situations
Level 4
Grade 7
BIG IDEA 3: Develop an understanding of operations on all rational numbers and solving linear equations
MA.7.A.3.1- Use and justify the rules for adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and finding the absolute value of integers
MA.7.P.8.1- Determine the outcome of an experiment and predict which events are likely or unlikely, and if the experiment is fair or unfair
Grade 8
BIG IDEA 1: Analyze and represent linear functions and solve linear equations and systems of linear equations
MA.8.A.1.1- Create and interpret tables, graphs, and models to represent, analyze,
and solve problems related to linear equations, including analysis of domain, range and the difference between discrete and continuous data
BIG IDEA 3: Analyze and summarize data sets
MA.8.S.3.1- Select, organize and construct appropriate data displays, including box and whisker plots, scatter plots, and lines of best fit to convey information and make conjectures about possible relationships
Level 5
Grade 7
BIG IDEA 1: Analyze and represent linear functions and solve linear equations and systems of linear equations
MA.7.A.1.1- Distinguish between situations that are proportional or not proportional and use proportions to solve problems
MA.7.A.1.2- Solve percent problems, including problems involving discounts, simple interest, taxes, tips and percents of increase or decrease
MA.7.A.1.6- Apply proportionality to measurement in multiple contexts, including scale drawings and constant speed
Grade 8
BIG IDEA 1: Analyze and represent linear functions and solve linear equations and systems of linear equations
MA.8.A.1.1- Create and interpret tables, graphs, and models to represent, analyze, and solve problems related to linear equations, including analysis of domain, range and the difference between discrete and continuous data
MA.8.A.1.3- Use tables, graphs, and models to represent, analyze, and solve real-world problems related to systems of linear equations
Level 6
Grade 7 & Grade 8
BIG IDEA 1: Analyze and represent linear functions and solve linear equations and systems of linear equations
MA.7.A.1.1- Distinguish between situations that are proportional or not proportional and use proportions to solve problems
MA.7.A.1.2- Solve percent problems, including problems involving discounts, simple interest, taxes, tips and percents of increase or decrease
MA.7.A.1.4- Graph proportional relationships and identify the unit rate as the slope of the related linear function
MA.7.A.1.5- Distinguish direct variation from other relationships, including inverse variation
MA.7.A.1.6- Apply proportionality to measurement in multiple contexts, including scale drawings and constant speed |