Mechanisms

Mechanisms

Mechanisms Engineering Mechanical Advantage Mechanical advantage is the ratio of output to the input force. It can also be described as the ratio of load to the effort applied. This force amplification obtained by the use of simple machines to raise higher loads with...
Mechanisms

Materials

Materials Engineering Making of Carbon Black Carbon black, also known as acetylene black, channel black, furnace black, lamp black or thermal black, is one of the darkest and most widely spread materials, known for its ability to make products stronger, deeper in...
Mechanisms

Kinematics

Kinematics Engineering Forces & Movement Kinematics is sometimes called the geometry of motion. Some examples of kinematics are: a giraffe moving in a straight line with no change in speed (constant velocity motion), and a pencil that falls off a desk (free fall...
Mechanisms

Engineering Disciplines

Engineering Disciplines Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechanical engineers design power-producing machines, such as electric generators, internal combustion engines and steam turbines. They also design power-using machines, such as refrigeration,...
Mechanisms

Tools of the Trade

Tools of the Trade Engineering Scientific Calculator Standard four function calculators are ok for day-today operations, but what about when you need to graph linear equations, start solving complicated engineering or financial formulas? This is when you need a robust...

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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