Green Transportation

Green Transportation CPU

Introduction
Featured Careers
Skill Development
What's Included
Ordering Information
CPU Objectives

The Green Transportation CPU involves the study of the history of transportation in general, and alternative fuels specifically. Students study how hydrogen can fuel a vehicle, then produce hydrogen by electrolysis. They review electric vehicles, hybrids, and various biofuels like ethanol and biodiesel. Finally, students review things that can be done currently to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels.

Featured Careers

Bus and truck mechanic
Diesel engine specialist
Environmental engineering technician

Skill Development

Technology Skills

Career and occupational outlook
Academic requirements
Petroleum/non-petroleum-based transportation
Hydrogen vehicles
Separating oxygen and hydrogen via electrolysis
Electric vehicles
Hybrid vehicle technology
Regenerative braking
Standard and continuously variable transmissions
Simple gear ratios
Biodiesel and ethanol
Natural gas and propane
Solar Roadways project
Immediate fuel-saving tips

Academic Skills

Earth science
Social science
Reading
Writing
Math
Physical science
Problem solving
Teamwork
Resource allocation
Technological literacy
Skills USA event alignment
TSA event alignment

What's Included

Applied Technologies Green Transportation courseware CD
Applied Technologies Green Transportation Student Guide
Hydrogen race car with fuel cell
Electrolysis kit
Miscellaneous materials and consumables
Instructor's Overview
Media Cruiser

Ordering Information

Green Transportation CPU - GT1032CC
Green Transportation Whole Class - GT1032WC
CPU Objectives

You may also be interested in our Transportation CPU, a part of our Career Connections/Technology Education Series.

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Introduction to Green Technology Prerequisite
Alternative Energy
Green Construction
Green Transportation
Resource Conservation