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Explore occupations related to the energy and mining sectors.

Indicators for this outcome

(a)	Create a list of personal interests, soft and hard skills, strengths/weaknesses and traits that could lead to a career in the energy and mining sectors.
(b)	Investigate occupations in energy and mining sectors (e.g., geologist, machinist and power engineer).
(c)	Research which energy and mining-related occupations are facing shortages, and which are oversubscribed locally, regionally or provincially.
(d)	Examine the roles, responsibilities, educational qualifications and personal and professional qualities common to people involved in jobs in the energy and mining sectors.
(e)	Investigate the educational institutions (e.g., Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies and Gabriel Dumont Institute) that offer programs pertaining to specific occupations in energy and mining industries.
(f)	Reflect upon personal suitability or non-suitability for an energy and mining-related occupation considering criteria such as: initial and continuing educational requirements; duties and skills required for this occupation; the work environment, including typical hours and shifts worked and typical locations; current wages received in Saskatchewan and how these compare to the rest of Canada; physical, mental and emotional stresses related to this occupation; workplace hazards and safety considerations; other occupations with which they interact; apprenticeship and/or certification requirements in Canada and Saskatchewan; and, future trends (e.g., technology) impacting the energy and mining sectors.
(g)	Explore opportunities for underrepresented populations(e.g., women, Indigenous peoples and new Canadians) in energy and mining industries.
(h)	Research the percentage of underrepresented people employed in the energy and mining industries.
(i)	Discuss the recruitment and retention strategies in the energy and mining industries.
(j)	Describe the opportunities for underrepresented populations in localized areas in the energy and mining sectors.
(k)	Research experience, qualifications and programs for newcomers to enter the energy and mining sectors.
(l)	Investigate the challenges faced by women working in the energy and mining sectors, how they are overcome and the current policies in place to protect them.
(m)	Explore the role the energy and mining industries are playing in improving working conditions, work life balance, ergonomics and inclusive spaces.
(n)	Conduct an informal interview with individuals currently working in energy and mining industries.