Kyle Parden

Advanced Primary Valve Operation

Course of study includes work under radiological controls on vent and drain valves and uncapping valves in the primary system of a nuclear plant.

Machine Tool Operator

Field of study includes the use of various machinist equipment. The focus of the course is the function and operation of a lathe and Versamil. Coursework is evaluated on the precision of measurment and its tolerances within specification.

NPPO Weld School

NPPO Weld School dedicated to familiarization with O/A brazing and cutting, and SMAW(stick) welding in horizontal ,vertical and overhead positions with 7018HR rod. Training is then finalized with emphasis on GTAW(tig) welding. The purpose of this school is to train Nuclear Machinist Mates in welding during emergency situations. Approximately 60 Nuclear Machinist Mates aquire this qualification per year.

Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit (Prototype)

Activities and Societies: 1503 Crew B Class Leader Qualified Machinist Mate aboard the MTS-635 Sam Rayburn. Completed observation watches, training watches, and oral evaluations to satisfy qualification standards.The Nuclear Power Training Unit is a technical school operated by the U.S. Navy in Goose Creek, South Carolina to train enlisted sailors, officers, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory (KAPL) civilians and Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory (Bettis) civilians for shipboard nuclear power plant operation and maintenance of surface ships… Show more Qualified Machinist Mate aboard the MTS-635 Sam Rayburn. Completed observation watches, training watches, and oral evaluations to satisfy qualification standards.The Nuclear Power Training Unit is a technical school operated by the U.S. Navy in Goose Creek, South Carolina to train enlisted sailors, officers, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory (KAPL) civilians and Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory (Bettis) civilians for shipboard nuclear power plant operation and maintenance of surface ships and submarines in the U.S. nuclear navy. Show less

Naval Nuclear Power Training Command

Mission: Train officer and enlisted students in the science and engineering fundamental to the design, operation and maintenance of naval nuclear propulsion plants.The naval nuclear program is widely acknowledged as having the most demanding academic program in the U.S. military. Academics proceed at a rapid pace with high academic standards enforced in all subjects. Students typically spend 40-45 hours per week in the classroom with an additional 10 to 35 hours per week of study… Show more Mission: Train officer and enlisted students in the science and engineering fundamental to the design, operation and maintenance of naval nuclear propulsion plants.The naval nuclear program is widely acknowledged as having the most demanding academic program in the U.S. military. Academics proceed at a rapid pace with high academic standards enforced in all subjects. Students typically spend 40-45 hours per week in the classroom with an additional 10 to 35 hours per week of study outside of lecture hours.Topics include: Mathematics Nuclear physics Health physics Reactor principles Material science and metallurgy Electrical power theory and generating equipment Thermodynamics Chemistry Nuclear reactor technology Show less

Nuclear Field A School

14 weeks of classroom instruction and hands on laboratory instruction. Courses include Math, Basic Machinery and Machinery Equipment.

Alabama Southern Community College

EPA Refrigerant Technician

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Submarine Quality Assurance Inspector School

A quality assurance (QA) or quality control (QC) inspector works for a company to inspect, test, and sample materials, parts, or products for defects and any deviations from specifications. The inspector will discard anything that does not meet with company standards, including products, materials, and equipment used by the company in processing. A QA or QC inspector will observe production operations and equipment to ensure that specifications are being met and to make or order necessary… Show more A quality assurance (QA) or quality control (QC) inspector works for a company to inspect, test, and sample materials, parts, or products for defects and any deviations from specifications. The inspector will discard anything that does not meet with company standards, including products, materials, and equipment used by the company in processing. A QA or QC inspector will observe production operations and equipment to ensure that specifications are being met and to make or order necessary adjustments to processes or assemblies. The inspector will discuss results and findings with those in charge of the products, and recommend any required corrective actions. Show less

Shipboard Gage Calibration School

Responsibilities include:• Ensuring the readiness of test equipment to perform accurate measurements and provide valid data.• Limiting the number of erroneous test decisions. • Maintaining overall measurement integrity and traceability.

LPAC/LPAD Technician School

R-114 Technician School

ECPI University

Activities and Societies: Deans List all semesters

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Total of 112 Credits of coursework towards Bachelors of Science in Chemistry. Terminated enrollment to pursue career in Nuclear Power with the US Navy.