Don’t leave people in the dark. Learn how electricity flows from power stations to our homes and how to work with electricity safely. This online, industry-focused program gives you the option to specialize in Construction, Metering, Substation or System Design. It can be a physically demanding career.   > Learn more

Ever wonder how electricity makes it to your house? In this online program, you’ll learn how to transmit electricity over the grid. Train to follow procedures to ensure people receive electrical power and learn what to do when power goes out. You must pass physical tests and drug screening to work in the field.   > Learn more

Be the boss in the energy world. The energy industry is looking for leadership skills that are taught in this entirely online program. This program, the only one of its kind in the U.S., is geared for students who already have some education in the energy industry. If you have a foundation in the energy industry and want to advance, this program will help. Graduates of all National Energy Center of Excellence (NECE) Associate Degree programs have the option to transfer into the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Energy Management.   > Learn more

Discover the new ways to power our world. Renewable sources of energy are sources of energy that won’t run out – sun and wind are good examples. You’ll be on the cutting edge of the energy industry as you learn the principles behind generating renewable energy and how to safely operate the systems involved. This program is available online and on-campus.   > Learn more

Enjoy technology and computers? Train to become an engineering technician. You'll learn how to gather data, create maps and plans, and do inspections. Computer-aided drafting (CAD) and global information systems (GIS) are key components of this program.   > Learn more

Did you know the U.S. Department of Labor named geospatial technology as one of the top three emerging career fields? This program will train you to become an expert in GIS systems. You’ll learn to create maps and databases from geographic information. The program is available on-campus and online.   > Learn more

Learn how to use the state-of-the-art instruments driving North Dakota’s energy industry. These instruments measure and control things such as pressure, flow, level, density, temperature, force, vibration and chemical composition. This program is offered both online and on-campus.   > Learn more

You can't be afraid of heights in this program! You'll learn how to work on power lines in the 20-acre lineworker program facilities north of Mandan, North Dakota.   > Learn more

Are you mechanically inclined? Learn to install, maintain and repair the industrial equipment used in North Dakota's energy industry. A background or interest mechanical technology or drafting is helpful for this on-campus program.   > Learn more

This online program teaches you about the operation and maintenance of nuclear energy. You’ll learn about the science behind nuclear power and how to stay safe on the job. This program has an agreement with Exelon that will allow you to substitute your education for their basic training requirements once you’re employed.   > Learn more

Did you know that the oil and gas industry gave $43 billion to North Dakota's economy and supported more than 81,000 jobs in 2013? Become a part of the industry by learning how to operate and maintain equipment in this online and on-campus program.    > Learn more

Provide power to the public. Learn to operate modern fossil fuel power plants, gas turbine facilities, or other facilities where steam and electricity is generated. This program is available both online and on-campus.   > Learn more

Learn some of the ways we can turn raw materials into energy. As North Dakota discovers more natural resources, more people are needed to process those resources. You’ll learn the technical and safety aspects of plant operations in this online and on-campus program.   > Learn more

Clean water will never go out of style. Learn the biological, chemical and mechanical knowledge and skills that keep North Dakota's water safe and clean. This program is online, with some job-shadowing requirements at the worksite.   > Learn more

Welding is hot in North Dakota. Did you know six out of ten welders work in manufacturing? Conditions can be loud and you'll need to be physically able to work in this environment. This program will teach how to weld safely in a state-of-the-art lab.   > Learn more

Protect the natural resources of North Dakota for future generations. You'll learn about the science behind sustainable resource management and how it is influenced by policy, society and economics.    > Learn more

Be a driving force in the energy world. This two-year program teaches you safe maintenance and operation of the trucks that could be used to transport equipment and resources. You'll also have the opportunity to learn business and job-search skills.    > Learn more

Monitor the world around us to keep our natural resources safe. You'll learn how to test water, soil and air in the lab and out in the field.    > Learn more

Help manage North Dakota's natural resources in a sustainable way. You'll learn how to determine the best way to appropriately use the resources.   > Learn more

Before natural resources can be taken from North Dakota’s land, some business decisions have to be made about the land. This course teaches you the business aspect of managing land, such as determining who owns a piece of land and who has the rights to its resources. This one-year program features a co-op work experience in a real-world setting.   > Learn more

You'll reach great heights in this program - climbing to the top of wind turbines and joining North Dakota's strong wind energy industry. You'll learn how to develop, maintain and service the technology that helps us gather wind energy.   > Learn more

Learn the financial processes and decisions that power the energy industry. This program is the only one of its kind in the U.S. You'll study geology, finance and economics – and learn how they are linked.   > Learn more

North Dakota's unique geology shapes its energy industry. You'll study historical geology, minerals and rocks and paleontology, both in the classroom and out in the field.   > Learn more

Help the wheels turn in the energy industry. In this program, based at the Wahpeton campus, you'll learn how to maintain and operate all kinds of engines, trains, hydraulic systems and the electrical systems found on trucks and equipment.   > Learn more

Turn the power on. You'll learn about industrial and commercial electrical systems, including safety regulations and codes. This program is offered at the Wahpeton campus.   > Learn more

Map out a high-demand career in this two-year program. With plenty of hands-on work, you'll learn the latest surveying, drafting and testing technologies. This program is offered at the Wahpeton campus.   > Learn more

Welders are in demand in many industries. This program, offered at the Fargo and Wahpeton campus, will teach you safe welding for a variety of jobs settings.   > Learn more

Use science and technology to make the world a better place. Students learn to design efficient transportation routes, safe water supplies and sewage systems, and buildings and roads.   > Learn more

Power up! Learn how to use your problem-solving skills to make sure people have power. There are several specialization options in this program and opportunities to learn in a real-life work setting through co-op education.   > Learn more

North Dakota's unique geology holds the key to its natural resources economy. Combining class, lab and field learning, this program will give the knowledge to work in energy and mineral exploration, and to solve environmental problems.   > Learn more

If it moves, it interests a mechanical engineer. This is one of the broadest engineering fields, so you could find yourself studying a wide range of subjects like industrial machinery, power plants, robots, to name just a few. The program offers the chance to specialize in coatings and polymeric materials (the materials that cover things like cars and machinery).   > Learn more

Help find better ways to manage North Dakota's natural resources. You'll learn the scientific and business principles behind resource management. This program has several specialization options.    > Learn more

Be a driving force in the energy industry as you transport materials and equipment. This program will teach you the safe operation of commercial vehicles and North Dakota Department of Transportation regulations.   > Learn more

Learn the safety regulations needed to work on the oil rigs right after graduation. You'll earn all required certifications for entry-level work, and be qualified to deal with fires.    > Learn more

Learn the fundamentals of safe welding in this industry-focused nine-month program. You'll learn the basic techniques you'll need for an entry-level welding position.   > Learn more

The energy industry needs people to move resources, materials and people. Learn everything you'll need for a North Dakota Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL). This program combines class time with simulation and on-the-road training.   > Learn more

Learn some of the ways raw materials are turned into energy. As North Dakota discovers more natural resources, we need more people to process those resources. You’ll learn the technical and safety aspects of plant operations in this online and on-campus program.   > Learn more

Learn the basics of welding in a state-of-the art simulation lab. Students will have the option to take the industry recognized American Welding Society (AWS) certification.   > Learn more

Somebody has to move North Dakota's natural resources and industry equipment. Learn how to safely operate heavy equipment and trucks.   > Learn more

Train to be at the cutting edge of trades in this career-focused program. Learn to weld using state-of –the-art simulation equipment, then move to actual welding equipment. This program is certified as an Accredited Test Facility of the American Welding Society (AWS) – the only AWS accredited test facility in North Dakota.   > Learn more

Technology, critical thinking, problem solving… they all come together in mechanical engineering. Design the equipment and develop the processes used in new development within North Dakota's energy industry.   > Learn more

Take chemistry out of the lab and into the real world. Discover the principles behind industrial chemical production and the process that can turn crude oil into other products such as diesel fuel. Through an arrangement with the University of North Dakota, you can earn two degrees – one in chemical engineering and one in engineering science.   > Learn more

Are you a problem solver who likes to see concrete results? Plan and design the construction of things we use every day: roads, bridges, and water systems. Through an arrangement with the University of North Dakota, you can earn two degrees – one in civil engineering and one in engineering science.   > Learn more

Learn about electricity from the ground up. You’ll learn how to design, research and test electrical and electronic equipment. Through an arrangement with the University of North Dakota, you can earn two degrees – one in electrical engineering and one in engineering science.   > Learn more

If you like to take things apart to see how they work, you might have the right stuff for mechanical engineering. Combine analytical thinking with creativity and learn how to design, make and use the tools, engines and machines that are part of the North Dakota energy industry. Through an arrangement with the University of North Dakota, you can earn two degrees – one in mechanical engineering and one in engineering science.   > Learn more

Petroleum engineers find the most cost-effective and safe methods to extract the raw materials used to produce oil and gasoline. Through an arrangement with the University of North Dakota, you can earn two degrees – one in petroleum engineering and one in engineering science.   > Learn more

Everything we see and touch is composed of chemicals – so there are no limits to a chemical engineering career! This program teaches you how to create chemicals and oversee the manufacturing of products such as the processes involved in turning crude oil into diesel, jet fuel, and gasoline.   > Learn more

Are you a problem solver who likes technology? Civil engineering work affects everyone who travels on roads, over bridges or on trains, or anyone who disposes of waste, uses mining materials or likes clean water. Civil engineers improve the quality of life for everyone. This program is available online and on-campus.   > Learn more

Looking for a career with spark – and opportunities? This program will equip you with the problem-solving skills you’ll need to make sure people have power. There are several specialization options in this program and opportunities to learn in a real-life work setting through co-op education.   > Learn more

North Dakota's geology is the key to the state's energy industry – but it must be managed wisely for the energy industry to last. This program teaches you the skills you'll need to manage natural resources in an environmentally friendly way.   > Learn more

Study the Earth and find solutions to the problems it faces. You could find yourself testing water, examining fossils or planning safe mining procedures. There is an option to specialize in petroleum engineering.   > Learn more

Learn about North Dakota's natural resources from the ground up – from the fossils of the past to the energy production possibilities in the future. This program combines class time and fieldwork.   > Learn more

Mechanical engineering can take you from ground-level manufacturing to space research. This widely varied program can be taken on-campus or online. You'll have opportunities for cutting-edge research and co-op work experiences.    > Learn more

Help discover new ways to extract oil and gas from the Earth. This innovative program combines the scientific, industrial and business sides of the oil and gas industry.   > Learn more

Help discover new ways to extract oil and gas from the Earth. This innovative program combines the scientific, industrial and business sides of the oil and gas industry.   > Learn more

Combine sophisticated technology and hands-on work learning to repair many kinds of vehicles. You'll use the latest diagnostic equipment to assess what's wrong with a vehicle and fix it. There is an option to specialize in heavy duty vehicles.   > Learn more

Welders are needed in almost every part of the energy industry – from exploration to manufacturing. You'll learn the safe practices for a variety of welding techniques.   > Learn more