Investigation should illustrate

• career pathways and opportunities
• alternative career pathways based on similar skill sets (e.g., management, education, power plant operations and energy transmission, building trades, sales, maintenance, and HVACR).

Teacher Resource: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

Process/Skill Questions:

• Why is it important to communicate directly with people in the field?
• Why is there a shortage of electricians?
• What roles do electricians play in industries such as natural gas and non-nuclear energy generation?
• What are the educational/training requirements for careers in the electricity/energy industry?
• What opportunities for advancement are available for energy industry workers?
• What is the definition of management? What are the different management opportunities within the industry?