Module 9.

Settling Painted Canyon

Synopsis

You will consider some land-use issues and their impacts on society. You will use the geology of Painted Canyon to decide where to build a settlement.

Introduction

Now it is time to plan your settlement. You need to consider the role that geology plays in determining where we can build safely and where to get the necessary resources to sustain your settlement.

 

Goals for This Module

Identify factors to consider in deciding where to build your settlement

Decide where to build your settlement, including farms and sources of water and energy

 

Exercises

Exercise 9A: Identifying Factors that Influence Where to Build Your Settlement

Complete Exercise 9A as described in your lab manual and then complete Assessment 9A on Canvas.

 

Exercise 9B: Choosing a Site for the Painted Canyon Settlement

Complete Exercise 9B as described in your lab manual and then complete Assessment 9B on Canvas.

 

Exercise 9C: Choosing a Source of Energy

Complete Exercise 9C as described in your lab manual and then complete Assessment 9C on Canvas.

 

Exercise 9D: Designing a Road and an Aqueduct

Complete Exercise 9D as described in your lab manual and then complete Assessment 9D on Canvas.

 

Module 9 follow-up quiz

Complete the Module 9 follow-up quiz on Canvas.

 

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