Page 362 - The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 11 and 12: Technological Education, 2009 (revised)

C. TECHNOLOGY,THE ENVIRONMENT, AND SOCIETY
OVERALL EXPECTATIONS
By the end of this course, students will:
SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS
C1. TechnologyandtheEnvironment
By the end of this course, students will:
C1.1 describe the legislative requirements con- cerning the use of environmentally friendly products in the repair and service of vehicles or craft, and explain the costs and benefits of using such products;
C1.2 explain the importance of the proper pro- cessing of waste products (e.g., batteries, used oil, antifreeze, refrigerant, tires) as a means of minimizing the environmental impact of the transportation industry;
C1.3 describe appropriate actions to be taken in the event of a spill of waste products (e.g., gaso- line, antifreeze), and demonstrate the ability to safely implement such actions (e.g., outline the steps described in an emergency action plan and carry them out).
C2. TechnologyandSociety
By the end of this course, students will:
C2.1 explain the pros and cons of personal vehicle ownership versus public transit in terms of their effects on society;
C2.2 describe the effects that increasing trans- portation costs (e.g., rising fuel costs, highway tolls, environmental taxes) have on society;
C2.3 explain how current societal needs and preferences influence transportation technology (e.g., by creating a greater demand for vehicles with improved safety features, fuel efficiency,
and emission levels).
C1. demonstrate an understanding of environmental issues related to the use of materials and proce- dures in the service, repair, and recycling of vehicles or craft;
C2. demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between society, vehicle ownership, and various aspects of transportation technology.
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