Title: Investigate local industry and technical resources related to materials and processes technology.
Course: Materials and Processes Technology (13052-36) > Section: Examining Careers and Professional Practices

Investigation should include

- listing businesses in which materials and processes technology is a main component
- locating specific names of regional or local businesses, using local reference materials
- conducting specific business research.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are some communication skills that could be used to contact local industries?
- What is the main industry in one’s area, related to materials and processes technology in the locality?
- What resources are available for investigating local industry and technical resources?
- How might a local industry be connected to global industries?

Teacher Resource:

Thomas (formerly Thomas Register)