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NUCLEAR ENERGY SYSTEMS

Certificate of Specialization



Program Details

This PG&E sponsored nuclear energy�training program is based on guidelines set forth by the Nuclear Training Institute's (NEI) Nuclear Uniform Curriculum Program (NUCP). The two key goals of the program are to develop a pool of trained nuclear energy technicians, and to provide a career pathway for students and technicians to gain employment at PG&E or any nuclear power plant nation-wide. � � In addition, students are introduced to the basic concepts, technology, and processes associated with the production of electrical power by general�steam driven turbine systems.

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NUCLEAR ENERGY SYSTEMS Pathways

Pathways listed below are for the catalog year 2020-2021. Maps for previous years are available on each pathway page. What is a catalog year?

Featured Careers

Find your calling. Explore high-earning careers with entry-level data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

All Careers in NUCLEAR ENERGY SYSTEMS (31)

Architectural and Engineering ManagersBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising167,740
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development ManagersBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising167,740
Computer Hardware EngineersBachelor's degree, Master's degreeRising155,020
Energy Engineers, Except Wind and SolarBachelor's degree, Certificate after collegeStable117,750
Engineers, All Other- n/a- n/a117,750
Mechatronics EngineersBachelor's degree, Some collegeStable117,750
Microsystems EngineersMaster's degree, Bachelor's degreeStable117,750
Nanosystems EngineersDoctoral degree, Bachelor's degreeStable117,750
Photonics EngineersBachelor's degree, Master's degreeStable117,750
Robotics EngineersBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeStable117,750
Solar Energy Systems EngineersBachelor's degree, Certificate after high schoolStable117,750
Wind Energy EngineersBachelor's degree, Master's degreeStable117,750
Electrical EngineersBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeRising111,910
Engineering Teachers, PostsecondaryDoctoral degree, Post-doctoral trainingRising106,120
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and RelayCertificate after high school, Associate's degreeDeclining100,940
Biomass Plant TechniciansHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolDeclining99,670
Hydroelectric Plant TechniciansAssociate's degree, Certificate after high schoolDeclining99,670
Power Plant OperatorsHigh school diploma/GED, Associate's degreeDeclining99,670
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and TechniciansCertificate after high school, Associate's degreeRising79,830
Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other- n/a- n/a77,390
Non-Destructive Testing SpecialistsHigh school diploma/GEDStable77,390
Photonics TechniciansAssociate's degree, High school diploma/GEDStable77,390
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians- n/aStable77,180
Electrical and Electronics DraftersBachelor's degree, Associate's degreeStable73,720
Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and TechniciansCertificate after high school, Associate's degreeDeclining70,760
Robotics TechniciansAssociate's degree, Certificate after high schoolDeclining70,760
Calibration Technologists and Technicians- n/aRising65,040
Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related RepairersCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDStable53,990
Solar Photovoltaic InstallersCertificate after high school, High school diploma/GEDRising51,860
Geothermal TechniciansHigh school diploma/GED, Certificate after high schoolStable48,640
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other- n/a- n/a48,640

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Learning Outcomes

Learning outcomes help you work towards your educational goals.

  1. Describe and explain the nuclear energy concepts, and identify and analyze the basic nuclear reactions underlying the essential systems, components, and processes required for the safe and reliable production of nuclear power. List and describe the basic subatomic particles, and explain the mathematical equations used to model the nuclear fission process. Explain the neutron life cycle. Describe the function of, and the required properties of materials used in the essential systems and subsystems of a nuclear power plant.
  2. Explain fundamental concepts of direct and alternating current. Perform circuit analysis using techniques of network, nodal, and component analysis, and use these results to determine the dynamic behavior and operational functions of basic electrical power and control systems.
  3. Present and explain the fundamental electrical concepts and describe the basic troubleshooting techniques required for the operation and maintenance of a typical electrical power system. Create and interpret power system schematics and circuit diagrams. Install and test grounding cables and inspect and install electrical conduits for circuit protection, safety, and fire hazards. Read test meters and troubleshoot power transformers, relays, controllers, and rotating electrical machinery.
  4. Use basic principles of chemistry, physics, and fundamental mathematical analysis to describe (model), troubleshoot, measure and quantify the behavior of the basic processes, functions, and operations, at the component and system level, of a PWR (Pressurized Water Reactor) nuclear power plant.