Generic Masters
Click on the following links to download different sizes of grid paper.
• Master 2 Grid Paper has 1 cm boxes.
• Use Master 3 0.5 Centimetre Grid Paper when you want smaller boxes.
• Use Master 4 Quarter Inch Grid Paper when you are working with imperial measurements.
page 7 Information about expiry dates
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Provides information on what the various dates on food products mean. http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/fssa/concen/tipcon/date.shtml
http://www.cbc.ca/news/story/2009/03/26/f-bestbefore.html
page 19 Information on current exchange rates
x-rates.com
Under Currency, choose the currency you want to learn about and click on it. Check what that currency is worth in currencies around the world.
http://www.x-rates.com/
x-rates.com
From the Menu, choose Currency Calculator.
• Choose what type of currency you want to convert.
• Choose what you want to convert it into.
• Click Calculate.
http://www.x-rates.com
page 25 Information about the advantages and disadvantages of online shopping
ABC Video
Excerpts from a news program explain how to take advantage of online savings.
http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/video?id=7815309
Wikipedia
Using the Contents list, skip to Advantages, then Disadvantages.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Online_shopping
Online Business Journey Blog
Consider this author’s list of the main advantages and disadvantages of shopping online.
http://online-business-journey.com/blog/internet/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-shopping-online/
page 31 Use an online distance converter
World Wide Metric
Use the Length Conversion Calculator.
• Choose the length you wish to convert.
• Key that length into the appropriate box.
• Click on Calculate.
The length will be converted into all other measures. Provides SI to SI, SI to imperial, imperial to imperial, and imperial to SI conversions. Separate converters on this site provide pressure, temperature, mass (weight), and volume conversions.
http://www.worldwidemetric.com/measurements.html
Chapter 2 Student Book
Student Book (PDF)
page 67 Learn more about sheet metal workers
Skills Canada
Check out what sheet metal workers do, necessary traits and talents, related occupations, and where to get training.
http://www.skillscanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=39&Itemid=60
Government of Canada
Get information on job postings, job outlooks, main duties, education and training, wages, and job skills and requirements for Newfoundland and Labrador.
To obtain relevant information for other provinces, click on Choose a Location and select another province or territory.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=11251&province=10&action=final&display=summary&noc=7261
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Identify the essential skills needed by sheet metal workers.
http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/workplaceskills/essential_skills/apprenticeship/sheet_metal_worker_fs.shtml
page 103 Learn more about masons
Skills Canada
Check out what brick masons do, necessary traits and talents, related occupations, and where to get training. http://www.skillscanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=30&Itemid=52
apprenticesearch.com
• Learn about what brick and stone masons do, the necessary skills, training, and wage rates.
• Test yourself to see whether or not the job would suit you.
• Check out related jobs.
http://www.apprenticesearch.com/AboutTrades/GetTradeDetails?tradeId=3&TradeName=brick-and-stone-mason
Government of Canada
Get information on job postings, job outlooks, main duties, education and training, wages, and job skills and requirements for Newfoundland and Labrador.
To obtain relevant information for other provinces, click on Choose a Location and select another province or territory.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en&noc=7281&province=10&titleKeyword=mason&action=final&display=complete
page 104 Learn more about surveyor’s wheels
Wikipedia
Check out the information on surveyor’s wheels.
• How do you use them?
• How do they work?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surveyor's_wheel
page 105 Learn more about electricians
Skills Canada
Find out what electricians do, necessary traits and talents, related occupations, and where to get training.
http://www.skillscanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=34&Itemid=56
apprenticesearch.com
• Learn about the job, the necessary skills, training, and wage rates.
• Test yourself to see whether or not the job would suit you.
• Check out related jobs.
http://www.apprenticesearch.com/AboutTrades/GetTradeDetails?tradeId=270&TradeName=electrician-domestic-rural-
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Check out the essential skills needed by construction electricians
http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/eng/workplaceskills/essential_skills/apprenticeship/construction_electrician_fs.shtml
Government of Canada
Get information on job postings, job outlooks, main duties, education and training, wages, and job skills and requirements for Newfoundland and Labrador.
To obtain relevant information for other provinces, click on Choose a Location and select another province or territory.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en_CA&noc=7241&province=10&titleKeyword=electrician&action=final&display=outlook
Chapter 3 Student Book
Student Book (PDF)
page 117 Explore the relationship between the area of a triangle and the area of the related rectangle
GeoGebra
• Manipulate the triangle in the applet to develop a formula for calculating the area of a triangle.
• Use the hints provided.
http://206.110.20.132/~dhabecker/geogebrahtml/area_of_triangle/index.html
Interactivate
• Can you determine the area of each triangle given?
• If not, click on Give Hint.
http://www.shodor.org/interactivate/activities/TriangleExplorer/
page 118 Learn more about glaziers
Government of Canada
Get information on job postings, job outlooks, main duties, education and training, wages, and job skills and requirements for Newfoundland and Labrador.
To obtain relevant information for other provinces, click on Choose a Location and select another province or territory.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en_CA&noc=7292&province=10&titleKeyword=glazier&action=final&display=complete
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Check out the essential skills needed by glaziers.
http://www10.hrsdc.gc.ca/es/english/ShowProfile.aspx?v=215
page 125 Learn more about sprinkler system installers
Government of Canada
Get information on job postings, job outlooks, main duties, education and training, wages, and job skills and requirements for Newfoundland and Labrador.
To obtain relevant information for other provinces, click on Choose a Location and select another province or territory.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en_CA&noc=7252&province=10&action=final&titleKeyword=sprinkler%20system%20installers
Skills Canada
This job is closely related to plumbing. Check out what plumbers do, necessary traits and talents, related occupations, and where to get training.
http://www.skillscanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=37&Itemid=58
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Check out the essential skills needed by sprinkler system installers.
http://www10.hrsdc.gc.ca/es/english/ShowProfile.aspx?v=205
page 127 Learn more about what it takes to work on roofing
Government of Canada
Get information on job postings, job outlooks, main duties, education and training, wages, and job skills and requirements for Newfoundland and Labrador.
To obtain relevant information for other provinces, click on Choose a Location and select another province or territory.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en_CA&noc=7291&province=10&action=final&titleKeyword=roofer
Skills Canada
This job is closely related to carpentry. Check out what carpenters do, necessary traits and talents, related occupations, and where to get training.
http://www.skillscanada.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=33&Itemid=55
apprenticesearch.com
This trades-related web site provides general information about what roofers do, a list of job-related skills, how to prepare for a job, the types of positions available, and the wage rates.
http://www.apprenticesearch.com/AboutTrades/GetTradeDetails?tradeId=52&TradeName=roofer
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Check out the essential skills needed by roofers.
http://www10.hrsdc.gc.ca/es/english/ShowProfile.aspx?v=318
page 138 Learn more about tiling
Government of Canada
Get information on job postings for tilesetters, job outlooks, main duties, education and training, wages, and job skills and requirements for Newfoundland and Labrador.
To obtain relevant information for other provinces, click on Choose a Location and select another province or territory.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en_CA&noc=7283&province=10&action=final&titleKeyword=tile
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Get general information about tilesetters, the essential skills necessary for the job, employment prospects, wages and salaries, and where to get training.
http://www.labourmarketinformation.ca/standard.aspx?ppid=120&lcode=eng&prov=10&gaid=11251&occ=7283&job=&search_key=1&search_ppid=119&search_type=&employer_potential=&search_criteria=province_id;10;geo_area_id;11251;search_key;1;noc_title;Tilesetter
page 142 Learn more about floor covering installers
Government of Canada
Get information on job postings, job outlooks, main duties, education and training, wages, and job skills and requirements for Newfoundland and Labrador.
To obtain relevant information for other provinces, click on Choose a Location and select another province or territory.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en&noc=7295&province=10&action=final&titleKeyword=floor%20covering%20installers
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Get general information about floor covering installers, the essential skills necessary for the job, employment prospects, wages and salaries, and where to get training.
http://www.labourmarketinformation.ca/standard.aspx?ppid=120&lcode=eng&prov=10&gaid=11251&occ=7295&job=&search_key=1&search_ppid=119&search_type=&employer_potential=&search_criteria=province_id;10;geo_area_id;11251;search_key;1;noc_title;floor%20covering%20installer
page 145 Explore composite shapes
Math Interactives
• Explore the separate shapes that go together to make various composite shapes.
• Develop and solve a related equation.
http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/mejhm/index.html?l=0&ID1=AB.MATH.JR.SHAP&ID2=AB.MATH.JR.SHAP.AREA&lesson=html/object_interactives/composite_figures/use_it.html
The Learning Pod
Watch videos on how to calculate the area of different composite shapes. This material was developed in the United Kingdom where “breadth” is the term used for “width”.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=by9-_95Zn08
page 154 Learn more about installing drywall and drywall installers
eHow™ Home
Watch videos showing how to cut and install drywall.
http://www.ehow.com/how-does_4600180_drywall-work.html
Government of Canada
Get information on job postings, job outlooks, main duties, education and training, wages, and job skills and requirements for Newfoundland and Labrador.
To obtain relevant information for other provinces, click on Choose a Location and select another province or territory.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en_CA&noc=7284&province=10&action=final&titleKeyword=drywalling
apprenticesearch.com
• Learn about the job, the necessary skills, training, and wage rates.
• Test yourself to see whether or not the job would suit you.
• Check out related jobs.
http://www.apprenticesearch.com/AboutTrades/GetTradeDetails?tradeId=100&TradeName=drywall-finisher-and-plasterer
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Get general information about plasterers, drywall installers, finishers, and lathers. Check out the essential skills necessary for these jobs, employment prospects, wages and salaries, and where to get training.
http://www.labourmarketinformation.ca/standard.aspx?ppid=120&lcode=eng&prov=10&gaid=11251&occ=7284&job=&search_key=1&search_ppid=119&search_type=&employer_potential=&search_criteria=province_id;10;geo_area_id;11251;search_key;1;noc_title;drywall%20installer
page 160 Explore the surface area and nets of 3-D shapes
Math Interactives
• First, watch as a shape gradually opens to reveal its net. Choose the correct net from a group of three.
• Click on Explore to explore how changing the height, width, or length of a shape can affect the volume.
http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/mejhm/index.html?l=0&ID1=AB.MATH.JR.SHAP&ID2=AB.MATH.JR.SHAP.SURF&lesson=html/object_interactives/surfaceArea/use_it.html
Math Interactives
• Learn about composite shapes and their nets.
• Click on Interactive to explore how to alter the size of a given solid in order to meet a target volume and surface area.
http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/mejhm/index.html?l=0&ID1=AB.MATH.JR.SHAP&ID2=AB.MATH.JR.SHAP.SURF&lesson=html/video_interactives/areavolume/areaVolumeSmall.html
Annenberg Learners
Play interactive games as you explore the surface area of various 3-D shapes. http://www.learner.org/interactives/geometry/area.html
page 169 Play games that involve area and perimeter
Jan Gombert
• Click on Shape Up to play a game with perimeter and area.
• Click on Find Rex to play a game with area.
http://jangombert.com/
Interactivate
Determine the perimeter of irregular shapes. Compare the perimeter to the area.
http://www.shodor.org/interactivate/activities/PerimeterExplorer/?version=1.5.0_10&browser=MSIE&vendor=Sun_Microsystems_Inc
Interactivate
Determine the area of irregular shapes. Compare the area to the perimeter.
http://www.shodor.org/interactivate/activities/AreaExplorer/
Funbrain
• Choose the difficulty level.
• Decide whether you want to work with perimeter, area, or both.
• Click Start Digging!
http://www.funbrain.com/poly/index.html
Chapter 4 Student Book
Student Book (PDF)
page 179 Learn more about drilling technicians
Government of Canada
Obtain information on geological and mineral technologists and technicians. Check out job postings, job outlooks, main duties, education and training, wages, and job skills and requirements for Newfoundland and Labrador.
To obtain relevant information for other provinces, click on Choose a Location and select another province or territory.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en_CA&noc=2212&province=10&titleKeyword=drilling%20technician&action=final&display=complete
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Get general information about geological and mineral technologists and technicians, the essential skills necessary for the job, employment prospects, wages and salaries, and where to get training.
http://www.labourmarketinformation.ca/standard.aspx?ppid=120&lcode=eng&prov=10&gaid=11251&occ=2212&job=&search_key=1&search_ppid=119&search_type=&employer_potential=&search_criteria=province_id;10;geo_area_id;11251;search_key;1;noc_title;drilling%20technician
page 185 Find out how to calculate overtime in various provinces
WorkRights.ca
Read the general information, then click on your province or territory to find out where you stand.
http://www.workrights.ca/content.php?doc=22
page 189 Learn more about the types of jobs done by roughnecks
Government of Canada
Obtain information on various types of labourers in the oil- and gas-drilling industry. Identify job postings, job outlooks, main duties, education and training, wages, and job skills and requirements for Newfoundland and Labrador.
To obtain relevant information for other provinces, click on Choose a Location and select another province or territory.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en_CA&noc=8615&province=10&action=final&titleKeyword=roughneck
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Check out the skills needed for various types of labourers in the oil- and gas-drilling industry.
http://www.labourmarketinformation.ca/standard.aspx?ppid=120&lcode=eng&prov=10&gaid=11251&occ=8615&job=&search_key=1&search_ppid=119&search_type=&employer_potential=&search_criteria=province_id;10;geo_area_id;11251;search_key;1;noc_title;roughneck
page 191 Find current income tax, EI, and CPP rates
Canada Revenue Agency
• Download T4032 for the current year.
– For EI rates, choose province of employment is other than Quebec.
– For CPP rates, identify whether the contributions are Weekly, Biweekly, Semimonthly, or Monthly.
– For Federal, Provincial and Territorial Income Tax deductions, identify your province or territory.
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/bsnss/tpcs/pyrll/t4032/menu-eng.html
page 192 Calculate tax, CPP, EI, and other deductions online
Canada Revenue Agency
Read the disclaimer, then try the payroll deductions online calculator. This calculator works for employees who are employed for a full year only.
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/esrvc-srvce/tx/bsnss/pdoc-eng.html
TaxTips.ca
Follow the online directions to use the Canadian Tax Calculator.
http://www. tax tips.ca/ calculators / taxcalculator .htm
page 211 Learn more about swampers
Alberta Occupational Profiles
Check out what swampers do, the working conditions, necessary training, salary range, and related occupations.
http://alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/Content/RequestAction.asp?aspAction=GetHTMLProfile&format=html&occPro_ID=71018376&SNT_ID=25
Government of Canada
Obtain information about various types of labourers in the oil- and gas-drilling industry. Identify job postings, job outlooks, main duties, education and training, wages, and job skills and requirements for Newfoundland and Labrador.
To obtain relevant information for other provinces, click on Choose a Location and select another province or territory.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en_CA&noc=8615&province=10&titleKeyword=swamper&action=final&display=complete
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Get general information about the main duties and general educational requirements for labourer jobs in the oil and gas industry.
http://www5.hrsdc.gc.ca/NOC/English/NOC/2006/ProfileQuickSearch.aspx?val=8&val1=8615&val65=*
Chapter 5 Student Book
Student Book (PDF)
page 227 Learn more about how to use a mitre box
Wikipedia
Find out what a mitre box looks like and how to use one.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitre_box
Rona
Check out mitre boxes and other similar tools for people who make a lot of angle cuts.
http://www.rona.ca/content/mitre-saws_tools_buyer-guides_pointers
YouTube
Watch a video showing how to use a mitre box.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMpRSLpqkh4
page 229 Practise estimating the size of angles
Learn Alberta
Estimate the angle a cannon must turn in order to hit a target. How many tries to you need?
http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/mec/flash/index.html?url=Data/5/A/A5A2.swf
Innovations Learning
Test your angle knowledge. Decide what angle to shoot a laser in order to hit a spaceship.
http://www.innovationslearning.co.uk/subjects/maths/activities/year6/angles/game.asp
page 231 Learn more about Gros Morne National Park
Parks Canada
Explore Gros Morne National Park. Check out the exciting things you can do: fish, kayak, mountain-bike.
http://www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/nl/grosmorne/index.aspx\
page 235 Learn more about using a set square
mathsteacher.com
Experiment with different uses for set squares.
http://www.mathsteacher.com.au/year8/ch10_geomcons/07_setsquare/set.htm#set
page 237 Use dynamic geometry software to construct an angle
Math Open Reference
• Experiment with moving the legs of an interactive angle to see how many different angles you can produce. Classify each type of angle.
• Cursor down to Types of angle. Use the interactive applet to review the definition of each type.
http://www.mathopenref.com/angle.html
mathsteacher.com
Follow the instructions to learn strategies for constructing angles of 30°, 60°, 90°, and 120° using a compass and a ruler.
http://www.mathsteacher.com.au/year8/ch10_geomcons/05_angles/const.htm
Math Open Reference
Use instructions and a video to learn how to construct a 45° angle using a compass and a ruler.
http://www.mathopenref.com/constangle45.html
Ask Dr. Math
Follow Dr. Math’s steps and visuals to construct a 45° angle using a compass and a ruler.
http://mathforum.org/library/drmath/view/55019.html
page 239 Learn more about the Mi’kmaq tale of the Great Bear and other legends related to the Great Bear star system
EarthSky
Check out the science and legends behind the Great Bear star system.
http://earthsky.org/favorite-star-patterns/big-and-little-dippers-highlight-northern-sky
Cape Breton ’s Magazine
Learn the Mi’kmaq legend of the Celestial Bear.
http://capebretonsmagazine.com/modules/publisher/item.php?itemid=71
Astro-Tom.com
Cursor through Constellations and Mythology to the section on Ursa Major (The Great Bear). Learn the stories the early Greeks and Romans told about this star system.
http://www.astro-tom.com/getting_started/mythology.htm
page 242 Learn more about welding
Government of Canada
Obtain information on welders and related machine operators. Identify job postings, job outlooks, main duties, education and training, wages, and job skills and requirements for Newfoundland and Labrador.
To obtain relevant information for other provinces, click on Choose a Location and select another province or territory. http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en_CA&noc=7265&province=10&titleKeyword=welder&action=final&display=complete
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Check out the essential skills needed by welders.
http://www10.hrsdc.gc.ca/es/english/ShowProfile.aspx?v=218
Wow Jobs
Check out welding jobs in Newfoundland and Labrador.
http://www.wowjobs.ca/BrowseJobsCategoryCity.aspx?q=Welding&p=NL&pc=Construction
Extreme How-To
Learn the welding basics.
http://www.extremehowto.com/xh/article.asp?article_id=60352
page 244 Learn more about the symbols on a compass rose and how to use them
Wikipedia
Find out about the use, history, and different forms of a compass rose.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Compass_rose
Education Place
Practise using a compass rose by clicking on the arrow. Click on the speaker to listen to the directions. Check your answers.
http://www.eduplace.com/kids/socsci/books/applications/imaps/maps/g1_u3/index.html#top
page 247 Explore parallel lines using dynamic geometry software
ies.co
Explore the size of resultant angles when a transversal crosses parallel lines.
http://www.ies.co.jp/math/products/geo1/applets/kakuhei/kakuhei.html
Key Math
Investigate the properties of angles formed by a transversal crossing two parallel lines.
http://www.keymath.com/x3314.xml
page 249 Explore complementary angles and supplementary angles
Learn Alberta
• Classify pairs of angles as either complementary or not complementary.
• Evaluate the measure of the second angle in a pair of complementary angles.
• Click on Next Topic.
• Classify pairs of angles as either supplementary or not supplementary.
• Evaluate the measure of the second angle in a pair of supplementary angles.
http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/mec/flash/index.html?url=Data/5/B/A5B2.swf
page 264 Learn more about ceramic tile cutters
Ceramic Tile Installation Guide
Read about and watch a video on how to cut ceramic tile.
http://www.floorstransformed.com/cuttile.html
page 273 Learn more about Cabot Tower
Parks Canada
The Cabot Tower is on Signal Hill, one of Canada’s national historic sites.
• Read about Signal Hill to find out when and why the Cabot Tower was built.
• Check out the picture gallery.
http://www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/nl/signalhill/natcul.aspx
page 275 Learn more about the Long Studio on Fogo Island
artscorp
• See a picture of the Long Studio and learn why it was built that way.
• Learn about the other studios on Fogo Island.
http://artscorpfogoisland.ca/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/Backgrounder_Studio-Architecture_June1.pdf
Saunders Architecture
See a series of views of the Fogo Island studios.
http://www.saunders.no/work/item/30-fogo-studios
Fogo Island Arts Corporation
Learn more about the plans for Fogo Island.
http://www.artscorpfogoisland.ca/
page 277 Learn more about the tools carpenters use
myCarpentry.com
• Check out the six essential carpenters’ tools. Find out why a carpenter’s square is on this list.
• Check out the different types of squares.
• Click on Carpentry Math to find out what formulas carpenters use.
http://www.mycarpentry.com/carpentry-tools.html
Chapter 6 Student Book
Student Book (PDF)
page 295 Explore the Pythagorean relationship
Learn Alberta Mathematics Glossary
• Review the Pythagorean Theorem.
• Use the demonstration applet to explore how changing the length of any leg of a right triangle affects the other leg and the hypotenuse.
http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/memg/index.html?term=Division03/Pythagorean_Theorem/index.html
Tokai University Press
Use the applet to test that the square on the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.
http://www.ies.co.jp/math/java/geo/pytha2/pytha2.html
Math Continuum
Review right triangles and their parts.
http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/mec/flash/index.html?url=Data/6/B/A6B2.swf
page 298 Explore the Pythagorean relationship
IES
Use the applet to test that the square on the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.
http://www.ies.co.jp/math/java/geo/pythasvn/pythasvn.html
page 304 Learn more about the Pythagorean triple.
Learn Alberta Mathematics Glossary
Learn about the Pythagorean triple.
http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/memg/index.html?term=Division03/Pythagorean_Triple/index.html
myCarpentry.com
Learn how carpenters use the 3-4-5 triangle.
http://www.mycarpentry.com/carpentry-math.html
The Math Forum: Math to Build On
The Egyptians used a 3-4-5 triangle to get their buildings square. Find out why.
http://mathforum.org/~sarah/hamilton/ham.rttriangles.html
page 311 Download plans for a simple workbench
HammerZone.com
Follow the steps to make your own workbench.
http://www.hammerzone.com/archives/workshop/bench/below20.html
page 330 Learn more about landscapers
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Find out about the essential skills needed by landscape and horticultural technicians and specialists.
http://www10.hrsdc.gc.ca/ES/English/ShowProfileOccupation.aspx?v=361&ID=114711&v1=landscaper&v2=&v3=
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Check out the landscaping jobs available in Newfoundland and Labrador.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/cic/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en_CA&noc=2225&province=10&action=final&titleKeyword=
eHow™ Home
• Find out how a landscaper spends a day.
• Follow the links under Related Topics to learn more about the job and the type of training needed.
http://www.ehow.com/how-does_4574267_landscaper-spend-workday.html
page 333 Learn more about interior designers
Careers in Interior Design
• Fill out a questionnaire to see if you have an aptitude for a job in interior design.
• Explore the web site to learn more about careers in this area and how to get the needed training.
http://www.careersininteriordesign.com/
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Check out the essential skills needed by interior designers.
http://www.labourmarketinformation.ca/standard.aspx?ppid=82&lcode=eng&prov=1&gaid=1&occ=5242&job=&search_key=1&search_ppid=60&search_type=&employer_potential=&search_criteria=province_id;1;geo_area_id;1;search_key;1;noc_title;interior%20designer;
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Check out information about interior designers and the related jobs available in Newfoundland and Labrador.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/cic/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en_CA&noc=5242&province=10&titleKeyword=interior%20designer&action=final&display=complete
page 337 Explore the tangent ratio using dynamic geometry software
Learn Alberta
• Explore the tan ratio.
• Click on Use It. Play tan ratio golf to review the terms related to tan ratio.
http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/mejhm/index.html?l=0&ID1=AB.MATH.JR.SHAP&ID2=AB.MATH.JR.SHAP.TRI&lesson=html/object_interactives/trigonometry/explore_it.html
Learn Alberta
The tan ratio helps planes land safely. Find out how.
http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/mejhm/index.html?l=0&ID1=AB.MATH.JR.SHAP&ID2=AB.MATH.JR.SHAP.TRIG&lesson=html/video_interactives/trigonometry/trigonometrySmall.html
page 341 Learn more about surveying and surveyors
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
Check out the essential skills needed by land surveyors.
http://www10.hrsdc.gc.ca/es/english/ShowProfile.aspx?v=304
Canadian Council of Land Surveyors
• Watch videos showing surveyors at work.
• Learn how to get into the career.
http://www.setyourboundaries.ca/
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Check out information about land survey technologists and technicians and the related jobs available in Newfoundland and Labrador.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/cic/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en&noc=2254&province=10&action=final&titleKeyword=surveyor
page 349 Explore the sine ratio and the cosine ratio using dynamic geometry software
Learn Alberta
Explore the sine and cosine ratio.
http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/mejhm/index.html?l=0&ID1=AB.MATH.JR.SHAP&ID2=AB.MATH.JR.SHAP.TRI&lesson=html/object_interactives/trigonometry/explore_it.html
Mr. Perez Online Math Tutor
Alter the length of the sides of a right triangle to see how this changes the tan, sine, and cosine ratios.
http://www.mrperezonlinemathtutor.com/CARFILES/Trigonometry_Ratios_by_Mr_Perez.html
page 350 Learn more about framers
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Check out information about carpenters and the types of jobs available in Newfoundland and Labrador.
http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/cic/report-eng.do?area=11251&lang=en_CA&noc=7271&province=10&action=final&titleKeyword=framer
eHow™ Money
• Find out how a framer spends a day.
• Follow the links under Related Topics to learn more about the job and the type of training needed.
http://www.ehow.com/list_6659237_job-duties-framer.html
page 366 Learn more about linemen
Wow Jobs
Check out the jobs available in Canada.
http://www.wowjobs.ca/BrowseResults.aspx?q=Journeyman+Lineman&s=r&l=
Alexander Publications
Find the training available in North America.
http://www.alexanderpublications.com/lineman_schools.html
National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
Get a job description. Learn about training centres in the United States.
http://www.njatc.org/training/apprenticeship/outside.aspx
page 380 Learn about building a zipline
Outdoor Fun Store Co.
• Download a zipline information worksheet that will help you plan your zipline.
• See a simple zipline in action.
• List the materials needed.
http://www.outdoorfunstore.com/zipline.asp
Zip Line Rider
• See how ziplines are used around the world.
• Play a zipline rider game.
http://www.ziplinerider.com/