PBS
Pbs Kids:activities and Videos: Green
This PBS site contains videos and activities that are hands-on challenges that focus on the engineering design process. They use simple materials, allow for multiple solutions, and are ideal for ages 9-12.
Other
University of Cincinnati: Project Step: Build a Bridge
For this two-period lesson, learners work in teams to focus on the real-world application of bridge design and construction based on capacity, cost, and aesthetics.
US Department of Energy
Doe: Fossil Energy: Education Start Page
Overview of the fossil energy industry (oil, gas, coal) with detailed descriptions of the processes and the work of the people employed in the industry.
US Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Petroleum Engineers
The Bureau of Labor Statistics offers a complete description of the petroleum engineering career field, including nature of work, outlook, and earnings.
University of California
Uc Davis Undergraduate Admissions: Civil Engineering
Description of the career of civil engineers.
Other
Engineer Girl: Fun Facts
Learn fun facts about engineering, women engineers, and engineering achievements.
US Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Engineers
Mining engineers are described here along with all other types of engineers. The report also gives prospective earnings and a prediction of the future of a career.