Vernier Energy & Natural Resources Solution
A Bundled Solution Designed To Ensure Success
The Vernier Energy & Natural Resources Solution is a comprehensive CTE offering that combines hands-on activities, industry-relevant sensors, data-analysis software, instructional resources, and professional development into one easy solution.
Built as a foundational bundle with an optional expansion, this solution helps programs implement with confidence today while supporting growth across courses and pathways over time.
Energy Systems Foundation Bundle
Everything you need to get started with hands-on activities
11 hands-on activities aligned with CTE standards
Vernier wireless Go Direct® sensors and accessories for all activities
Tailored training and implementation support
Energy Systems Foundation Bundle
Hands-On, Data-Driven, and CTE Standards‑Aligned Activities
The Energy Systems Foundations Bundle includes 11 hands‑on, CTE standards‑aligned activities that begin with recognizable energy industry challenges—such as generating power efficiently, measuring electrical performance, and understanding energy transformation—and guide students through authentic data collection, system analysis, and real-world application.
Students build technical and academic skills:
- Engage in collaborative problem-solving
- Collect and analyze real experimental data using career-relevant tools
- Interpret data to recognize patterns, variability, and system interactions
- Think systemically about energy, power, electricity, and technology
- Communicate evidence-based explanations
Accessible tools and inclusive, hands-on instruction allow students with differing abilities and language backgrounds to meaningfully engage and learn.
- WCAG 2.1 AA Compliant Software
- WCAG 2.2 AA Compliant Instructional Materials
- Experimental Learning
Topic Coverage
Prepare students for success across energy, power technology, and utilities career pathways.
- Energy production and use
- Electricity and circuits
- Power system performance
- Engineering design and testing
Reliable, Classroom‑Tested Tools and Software
All required sensors, software, and accessories needed to implement the bundled activities are included—so teachers can focus on instruction, not sourcing equipment.
Students use Go Direct wireless sensors and the Vernier Graphical Analysis app to collect, visualize, and analyze data—–mirroring the types of industry tools used in measuring electrical performance and understanding energy transformation.
- Durable, easy-to-use sensors designed for educational use
- 5-year warranty on hardware
- Remote data logging on select sensors supports long-duration environmental studies in the classroom or field
- Graphical Analysis software works on all devices and operating systems commonly found in the classroom (e.g., Chromebooks, laptops, tablets, and mobile devices)
Sensors, Software, and Accessories
- Go Direct Surface Temperature
- (2) Go Direct Current Sensors
- Go Direct Voltage Sensor
- Go Direct Energy Sensor
- Go Direct Charging Station
- KidWind simpleGEN
- (3) KidWind 2V/400mA Solar Panels
- KidWind Sound and Light Board
- Applicable accessories
- Graphical Analysis Pro Access (5‑year site license)
OPTIONAL ADD-ON
Applied Energy Systems Expansion Bundle
Extends learning into advanced wind and solar energy topics
- 8 additional activities focused on advanced wind and solar energy systems
- Includes 2 additional sensors and 2 kits for the expansion activities
- Go Direct Light and Color Sensor
- Go Direct Weather Sensor
- Solar Thermal Explorations Kit
- KidWind Basic Kit
Training and Professional Development Tailored to Your Needs
Training and implementation support are included, helping teachers of any experience level get started quickly and sustain hands-on instruction over time.
Our team of implementation experts will work with your CTE leadership to tailor a plan that makes classroom adoption easy and ensures implementation consistency across classrooms.
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As you implement data-collection technology into your teaching, we’re here to support you! Looking to learn more about our products or have questions about ordering? Reach out to our team at support@vernier.com.
Are you a district or school administrator?
If you are considering an adoption or seeking training options, we are here to support you every step of the way. Contact our solutions team at k12outreach@vernier.com.