Tools of the Trade

Tools of the Trade

Tools of the Trade Laser Cutter Coming Soon! 3D Printer A 3D printer is a device that uses a digital model to create a physical object by adding successive layers of material. The printer builds the object from the bottom up, layer by layer, until it is complete. It...
Tools of the Trade

Additive / Subtractive Manufacturing

Additive / Subtractive Manufacturing 3D Printing Coming Soon! CNC Router Coming Soon! CNC Mill Coming Soon! Molding Molding is a manufacturing process that involves shaping a material into a specific form or design by using a mold. In additive manufacturing, molding...
Tools of the Trade

Technicalities Process Engineering

Technicalities Process Engineering Product & Component Development Product and component development involves the creation and improvement of products and their associated components through a systematic process of design, testing, and implementation. Download...
Tools of the Trade

Rapid Prototyping

Rapid Prototyping Mock-ups with Up-cycled Materials Mockups utilizing upcycled materials refer to the use of waste or discarded materials to create a model or prototype of a product. Rapid prototyping involves quickly creating and testing prototypes to evaluate its...
Tools of the Trade

Mechanical Design

Mechanical Design Stability | Balance | Symmetry Stability, balance and symmetry are essential considerations in mechanical design because they help ensure the safe and efficient operation of the system. Download Accuracy | Precision | Resolution Accuracy, precision...

Teacher Resources

Various career awareness opportunities are made available to you and your school including:

  • classroom presentations about NPPD careers or specific careers if a subject matter expert is available;
  • attending your school's career fair;
  • coordinating student tours of NPPD facilities; and
  • making career materials available to you

Additional Resources

If you would like more information on any of the opportunities we have to offer, contact Careers Outreach Specialist Kim Liebig.

Career Interest Assessment

With fun, interactive tools and informational resources, Nebraska Career Connections will help you learn about the careers you may be interested in, plan for education, and prepare for career success. Build a career around your unique interests and skills.

5–6th Graders: Explore the six career fields to discover the world of work.

7–8th Graders: Learn about the 16 Career Clusters, start a Personal Learning Plan, and find out your options after high school.

9–12th Graders: Research your career pathway options more in depth and start making college, financial aid, and scholarship decisions.

Postsecondary Students: Make sure you are on track with your plans. And don't forget to create a resume, practice interviewing skills, and look for job opportunities in Nebraska.

To log on to Nebraska Career Connections to take the Assessment you will need to contact your school counselor for a batch code.

Math

Measurement & Conversion

Algebra Applications

Visualizing Math

Trigonometry Applications

Statistics & Probability

Math on the Job

Quadratic Formula

Tools of the Trade

Agriculture

Precision Ag / Instrumentation for Ag

Electrical Systems Integration for Ag Machinery

Internet of Farm Things

Innovations in Ag

Agronomy

Power, Structure, & Technical Systems

Engineering Properties of Ag Materials

Ag Logistics

Tools of the Trade

Innovation / Entrepreneurship

Intellectual Property

Accounting Basis

Process of Innovation

Traits of Success

Business Operations / Business Model

Sourcing

Iteration / Failure Mindset

Round-A-Bout Economy

Maker's Mentality

Tools of the Trade

Public Power

Human Performance

Generation Strategies & Management

Environmental

Engineering

Domestic Energy & Research

Nuclear

Public Power

Sustainable Energy

Transmission & Distribution

System Controls

Engineering

AC Circuit Analysis / Electrical Switches

Measuring / Modeling / Standards

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