Category: Training

As nuclear workforce gets younger, one grassroots program helps fill experience gap

February 18, 2016

On a fall afternoon, Senior Nuclear Engineer, Casey Klein, cracks jokes for a few dozen young professionals noshing on chips and queso. But, Klein is not hosting a get-together for his friends; he’s warming up the crowd for a talk on nuclear fuel design. His presentation is the latest in a series lead by Duke … More As nuclear workforce gets younger, one grassroots program helps fill experience gap

Going Critical is a Good Thing: Debunking Nuclear Myths

March 3, 2015

Nuclear power plants are among the safest, most affordable and environmentally friendly options for powering billions of homes around the world. So why do so many negative myths surround the industry? Let’s take a look at some of the most common misconceptions about nuclear power. Myth: If a nuclear reactor is critical, it’s out of … More Going Critical is a Good Thing: Debunking Nuclear Myths

The 411 on Operator Training and Licensing

February 25, 2015

A focus on safety, commitment and accountability – these are the core elements of an effective nuclear reactor operator. A nuclear reactor operator, senior reactor operator or anyone supervising the operation of a commercial nuclear reactor must be licensed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The license is only valid to operate that specific facility … More The 411 on Operator Training and Licensing

Nuclear First Responders: There When Needed

November 13, 2014

When one hears the words “first responder,” the first thing that comes to mind are emergency medical technicians, fire fighters and police officers. These are also the first responders at a nuclear facility — the medical emergency response team, the fire brigade and security. Fire Brigade Every commercial nuclear facility in the United States has … More Nuclear First Responders: There When Needed

Catawba Nuclear Station: Through a different lens

September 3, 2014

Morning comes to Catawba Nuclear Station, located in York County, S. C. on Lake Wylie. The two units at Catawba generate approximately 2,258 megawatts of electricity—enough electricity to power approximately one million homes—making it the second-largest operating nuclear plant in Duke Energy’s fleet. Each of the two units at Catawba has two emergency diesel generators … More Catawba Nuclear Station: Through a different lens

Powerful Career Paths in the Nuclear Industry

May 27, 2014

Did you know the U.S. nuclear energy industry supports approximately 100,000 quality, high-paying American jobs? And, did you know the majority of workers employed by the nuclear energy industry are non-nuclear engineers? There are job opportunities across the country for folks with high school diplomas to those with doctorates. Nuclear utilities and other nuclear companies … More Powerful Career Paths in the Nuclear Industry