A power plant operator controls and monitors the systems that generate and distribute electric power.
Power Plant Operator
Power Plant Operator
VIRTUAL JOB SHADOW
Welcome to your first day on the job! Watch this video to see what a day in the life of a power plant operator is like.
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Act as a power plant operator to investigate what energy is, how it can be converted into useful forms, why some sources are running low, and complete a research challenge!
STEP 1: Go to the NOVA Energy Lab. Click the button to watch the video intro, then click the yellow ‘play’ button (play as a guest – no account needed).
STEP 2: Read the Research Challenge screen, then begin! Choose a location and click on it.
STEP 3: Design a renewable future using different types of energy, and staying within budget.
STEP 4: Test your system, see how it goes, then make changes to maximize efficiency.
STEP 5: Share a screenshot of your completed system in the Student Showcase and build your resume!