MITIGATING HUMAN IMPACT.
Use a graphic organizer to write at least three questions and two follow-up questions about your design problem.
Select an area of human impact that interests you using the provided links as a starting point.
Design two methods for monitoring and minimizing the area of impact you selected.
Identify three or more criteria and three or more constraints for each of your design methods to create a rubric to follow.
Collect data about the area of impact you selected.
Analyze your collected data by creating charts/graphs.
Create a presentation to demonstrate how you can minimize human impact on the environment.
Graphic Organizer:
Design Problem: Mitigating Human Impact
1. Questions:
- What are the current contributing factors to the chosen area of human impact?
- How can technology be used to monitor and minimize this impact?
- What are the potential challenges associated with implementing mitigation strategies?
2. Follow-up Questions:
- What are the long-term effects of the chosen area of human impact if left unaddressed?
- How can public awareness and education play a role in minimizing the impact?
Design Methods:
Method 1: Monitoring and Minimizing Water Pollution
Criteria:
- Effectiveness in detecting pollutant sources
- Cost-effectiveness of the monitoring system
- Ability to provide real-time data for timely intervention
Constraints:
- Limited budget for implementing the monitoring system
- Availability of trained personnel for data analysis
- Integration with existing water management infrastructure
Method 2: Mitigating Air Pollution from Industrial Activities
Criteria:
- Efficiency in measuring and controlling emissions
- Compatibility with different industrial processes
- Compliance with local and international air quality standards
Constraints:
- Adoption by industries with varying sizes and capacities
- Potential resistance from industries in adopting new technologies or practices
- Economic feasibility and return on investment of implementation
Data Collection:
Collect data on water pollution levels, sources, and potential pollutants in the chosen area. This can include data from water quality testing, analysis of discharge from factories, and reports on environmental incidents.
Data Analysis:
Analyze the collected data using charts/graphs to identify trends, patterns, and specific sources of pollution. This analysis can include visual representations of pollutant levels over time, pie charts showing the contribution of different sources, and bar graphs comparing pollution levels in different areas.
Presentation:
Create a presentation that highlights the chosen area of human impact, the design methods proposed, and the data analysis findings. The presentation should include visuals such as charts, graphs, and images to effectively communicate the importance of minimizing human impact on the environment.