Academics

Many programs require more than our standard admission requirements. Please review the requirements for programs and specific degrees below.

A-OX WELDING SUPPLY
Gary Pigney
1804 E. SD Hwy 50
Yankton SD 57078
605.940.1225 cell
605.664.1851 fax
garyp@aoxwelding.com
Programs:
-Welding
-Welding related classes

RENSENHOUSE
Brytnn Oelsligle
1401 Logan Street
Norfolk, NE 68701
402.371.5557 office
Brytnn.oelsligle@rensenhouse.com
Programs:
-Electrical Construction & Control
-Electromechanical
-Wind Energy

CENTURY LUMBER
Troy Petersen
506 Norfolk Ave
Norfolk, NE 68701
402.371.3620 office
402.371.3622 fax
troyp@century-lumber.com
Programs:
-Building Construction

CORNWELL TOOLS
Brent Wilson
55316 Jo-Ann Dr
Norfolk, NE 68701
402.750.9095 cell
wilsontool@telebeep.com
Programs:
-Automotive
-Auto Body
-Diesel

ECHO LIGHTING
700 Omaha Ave
Norfolk, NE 68701
402.371.2928 office
steve.lechtenberg@echogroupinc.com
Programs:
-Electrical Construction & Control
-Electromechanical
-Wind Energy

ENERGY SOLUTIONS, INC.
Jennifer Vieux
1417 N. 203rd St.
Elkhorn, NE 68022
402.551.9177office
jennifer@energysolutions-inc.com
Programs:
-Utility Line

MEAD LUMBER
Sean Lenser/Alex Lyons
1101 Omaha Ave
Norfolk, NE 68701
402.371.4741
sean.lenser@meadlumber.com
alex.lyons@meadlumber.com
Programs:
-Building Construction
-Electrical Construction & Control
-Electromechanical
-HVAC
-Plumbing
-Wind Energy

ISLAND SUPPLY WELDING CO.
Zach Humphrey
1000 Monroe Ave.
Norfolk, NE 68701
402.371.4220 office
Fax: 402.371.6597
zhumphrey@islandsupplywelding.com
Programs:
-Welding
-Welding related classes

JOHNSTONE SUPPLY
John Widhalm
4444 S 108th Street
Omaha, NE 68137
402.339.2342 office
402.680.1253 cell John
johnw@johnstonecg.com
Programs:
-Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

MAC TOOLS
Cameron Meyer
719 East Nebraska St.
Pierce, NE 68767
402.750.4754 cell
cameronmeyer21@gmail.com
Programs:
-Automotive
-Auto Body
-Diesel

MATHESON LINWELD
515 E Norfolk Ave.
Norfolk, NE 68701
402.371.6000 office
402.750.4153 cell
mkrings@mathesongas.com
gleuthold@mathesongas.com
Programs:
-Welding
-Welding related classes

NAPA AUTO & TRUCK PARTS
Nicholas Murdock
400 East Omaha
Norfolk, NE 68701
402.379.4888
nickmurdock@hotmail.com
Programs:
-Automotive
-Auto Body
-Diesel

WINSUPPLY
Jason Bennett
1011 S 8th Street
Norfolk, NE 68701
402.379.3667
jjbennett@winair.com
Programs:
-Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

PRODUCTIVITY INC.
Bob Jaster
8402 S. 117th St
Omaha, NE 68128
bjaster@productivity.com
402-330-2323 Office
402-676-1636 Cell
402-330-6901 Fax
Programs:
-Machining Mfg. Automation

SNAP-ON TOOLS
Danny Roth
216 N F St.
Milford, NE 68405
402.499.0087 cell
402.797.8383 fax
danny.roth@snapon.com
Programs:
-Automotive
-Auto Body
-Diesel

BROWN SHOE FIT CO.
Ryan Fichter
803 S 13th Street
Norfolk, NE 68701
402.371.0932 office
norfolk@brownsshoefitco.com
Programs:
-Electrical Construction & Control
-Utility Line
-Wind Energy

RENEGADE STORES
Troy Weyhrich
1700 Market Lane
#390
Norfolk, NE 68701
402.371.0866 office
troyw@renegadestores.com
Programs:
-Electrical Construction & Control
-Utility Line
-Wind Energy

Programs

Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS), Diploma

Tools Required First Day of Classes

Estimated Cost: $4,000-$10,000 

  • 1 - Rollaway tool cabinet with locking drawers (7drawer minimum). Minimum size 36” long, 19” deep x 42” high with minimum 5” wheels.
  • 1 - Clear safety glasses (not goggles)
  • 1 - Ear Plugs Corded
  • 4 - Uniform Shirts purchased from Campus Book Store
  • 1 - Optional: Matching top tool chest

1/4 Drive Set to Include:

  • 1 set - (10 sockets) 6 point (3/16 through 9/16)
  • 1 set - (10 sockets) deep 6 point (3/16 through 9/16)
  • 1 - 1” extension
  • 1 - 2” extension
  • 1 - 4” extension
  • 1 - 6” extension
  • 1 - 8” extension
  • 1 - 10” extension
  • 1 - 5” ratchet
  • 1 - Nut driver handle
  • 1 set - (13 sockets) 6 point metric (5 mm through 14 mm) with 5.5 mm
  • 1 set - (13 sockets) 6 point deep metric (5 mm through 14 mm) with 5.5 mm
  • 1 - 1/4 universal joint

3/8 Drive Socket Set to Include:

  • 1 set - 6 point sockets (5/16” through 7/8”)
  • 1 set - 6 point deep sockets (5/16” through 7/8”)
  • 1 - 1” extension
  • 1 - 3” extension
  • 1 - 4” extension
  • 1 - 6” extension
  • 1 - 8” extension
  • 1 - 12” extension
  • 1 - 8” ratchet
  • 1 - Universal joint
  • 1 set - Metric socket set 6 point (9 mm through 19 mm)

Certificate

Tools Required First Day of Classes

Estimated Cost: $1,500-$4,000

  • 1 - Rollaway tool cabinet with locking drawers (7drawer minimum). Minimum size 36” long, 19” deep x 42” high with minimum 5” wheels.
  • 1 - Clear safety glasses (not goggles)
  • 1 - Ear Plugs Corded
  • 4 - Uniform Shirts purchased from Campus Book Store

1/4 Drive Set to Include:

  • 1 set - (10 sockets) 6 point (3/16 through 9/16)
  • 1 set - (10 sockets) deep 6 point (3/16 through 9/16)
  • 1 - 2” extension
  • 1 - 6” extension
  • 1 - 5” ratchet
  • 1 - Nut driver handle
  • 1 set - (13 sockets) 6 point metric (5 mm through 14 mm) with 5.5 mm
  • 1 set - (13 sockets) 6 point deep metric (5 mm through 14 mm) with 5.5 mm
  • 1 - 1/4 universal joint

3/8 Drive Socket Set to Include:

  • 1 set - 6 point sockets (5/16” through 7/8”)
  • 1 set - 6 point deep sockets (5/16” through 7/8”)
  • 1 - 1” extension
  • 1 - 3” extension
  • 1 - 6” extension
  • 1 - 12” extension
  • 1 - Universal joint
  • 1 set - Metric socket set 6 point (9 mm through 19 mm)
  • 1 set - Metric deep sockets 6 point (9 mm through 19 mm)
  • 1 - Long flex head ratchet – 12” (approx.)

1/2" Drive Set to Include:

  • 1 set - 6 point metric sockets (12 mm through 24 mm)
  • 1 set - 6 point sockets (7/16” through 1 1/8”)
  • 1 - 3” extension
  • 1 - 10” or 12” extension
  • 1 - 10” ratchet

Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)

Tools Required First Day of Classes

Estimated Cost: $1,300-$1,700

  • 2 Pair Safety glasses 1 clear and 1 tinted (meeting ANSI Z-87 protection requirements)
  • 1 - 16 oz. or larger hammer, rip or curved claw
  • 1 - Quality tool belt (loose or fixed pouches)
  • 1 - 100’ steel tape
  • 1 - Straight aviation tin snips Wiss or Equal
  • 1 - Speed square
  • 1 - Cats paw bar
  • 1 - Compass to scribe with
  • 1 - Wonder (flat) bar
  • 1 - Heavy frame coping saw
  • 1 - 4-way wood rasp
  • 1 - Pliers
  • 1 - 24” level
  • 1 - Cordless Drill/Impact driver combo 18 volt or larger with 2 batteries
  • 1 - Set of 1/4”, 1/2”, 3/4”, and 1” wood chisels
  • 1 - Phillips (#1and #2) and torx head (T 25, T 20, and T15 bits) set to also include nut drivers and extension
  • 3 - Nail set, (1 each- 1/32, 2/32 3/32)
  • 1 - Utility knife, with regular blades and hook blades
  • 1 - 30’ or longer steel tape
  • 1 - Framing square (with rafter tables, etc.)
  • 1 - Set of stair gauge buttons
  • 1 - Chalk box with line
  • 1 - 8 oz. container of red or blue chalk
  • 1 - Set 1/16” through 1/4” high speed twist drill bits
  • 1 - Carpenter’s toolbox
  • 4 - Screwdrivers (two Phillips - #1 and #2, and two flat)
  • 1 - Padlock
  • 1 - Architect scale (for drafting)
  • 1 - Calculator Construction Master 5 Model 4050
  • 1 - Drywall Knife (1- 4” and 1- 6”)
  • 1 - 12” Drywall Knife OR 12” Drywall Trowel
  • 1 - 14” Drywall mud pan
  • 1 - Drywall rasp
  • 1 - Type 1, Class G hard hat

Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)

Tools Required First Day of Classes

Estimated Cost: $2,000

  • Tool Backpack or Tool Bag (Example: Milwaukee 48-22-8201 or 48-22-8300)

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Clear safety glasses (not goggles)
  • 1 - Ear plugs
  • 1 - Leather Gloves

3/8” Drive Set – To Include:

  • 1 - 6 pt. Standard (1/4” – 7/8”)
  • 1 - 6 pt. Metric (6 – 22 mm)
  • 1 - Extension Bars (3” and 6”)

Wrench Sets:

  • 1 - 11 Standard (1/4” – 7/8”)
  • 1 - 12 Metric (7, 8, 10 – 19 mm)
  • 1 - Adjustable Wrench 10”

Nut Driver Set - To Include:

  • 1 - Standard (1/4”, 5/16”, 3/8”, 7/16”, ½”)

Screwdriver Set - To Include:

  • 1 - Phillips #1x 3”
  • 1 - Phillips #2 x 4”
  • 1 - Slotted 3/16” x 3”
  • 1 - Slotted 1/4”x 4”
  • 1 - Slotted 5/16”x 6”
  • 1 - Square #1
  • 1 - Square #2

Precision Screwdriver Set - To Include:

  • 1 - Phillips #0 - 2-1/2” precision screwdriver
  • 1 - Phillips #00 – 2” precision screwdriver
  • 1 - Slotted 1/16” – 2-1/2” precision screwdriver
  • 1 - Slotted 1/8” – 3-1/2” slotted precision screwdriver
  • 1 - Slotted 3/32 – 2-1/2” precision screwdriver
  • 1 - Slotted 5/32” – 4” precision screwdriver

Pliers:

  • 1 - Vise Grip Pliers
  • 1 - Long needle nose pliers
  • 1 - 10” Slip Joint / Pump Pliers
  • 1 - 7” diagonal cutters
  • Ball End Hex Key Set
  • 1 - Standard
  • 1 - Metric

Miscellaneous Tools:

  • 1 - Hammer Nylon-Tip (Less than 1 lb.)
  • 1 - Pocket Flashlight
  • 1 - Multifunction Wire Strippers / Cutters 20 to 10 AWG
  • 1 - Wire Connector & Terminal Crimpers
  • 1 - Tape Measure – 25’
  • 1 - Steel Rule: 6” Rigid
  • 1 - Brady M210 Handheld Label Maker or M210 Handheld Label Maker with Accessory Kit 
  • 1 - Small Drill Index and Tap Set Combination up to ¼” (Example: BOSCH, Item # BDT11S)
  • 1 - Automatic Center Punch

Supplies required for the Related Welding Course:

  • 1 - Welding helmet with #10 lens. Fixed or lift front. Can be auto darkening. Extra lenses. No sharing of welding hoods.
  • 1 - Welding cap
  • 1 - Welding cutting goggles with #5 lens. Green-2”x41/4” fixed front or auto welding hood that goes to a shade 4 or 5 lens for cutting.
  • 1 - Clear safety glasses
  • 1 - Ear plugs
  • 1 - Standard pliers
  • 1 - Mig welding or needle nose pliers
  • 1 - Shielded metal arc leather and Gas metal arc leather welding gloves
  • 1 - Chipping hammer
  • 1 - Carbon steel wire brush
  • 1 - Economy 4 1/2” grinder with two ¼” grinding wheels and 1 wire wheel attachment. You can purchase an inexpensive grinder for under $20 if you currently don’t own one.
  • 1 - Pocket flashlight
  • 1 - Bucket or bag to haul supplies in. No lockers available in welding lab area.

PPE required for Related Welding Course:

  • 1 - 100% cotton long sleeve work shirt. To be worn under your flame-resistant jacket.
    No Hoodies
  • 1 - Flame resistant jacket 100% cotton
  • 1 - Fitted jeans with no holes or frays
  • 1 - Leather work boots can be steel toed. No sneakers

Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)

Tools Required First Day of Classes

Estimated Cost: $2,000-$3,000

Informational note: Students must have all the tools on the required list on the first day of class. Students do not have to buy the items on the optional list, but they are tools that will help in class and will likely be needed by their future employer. For most all the items listed above students can either purchase the item in parentheses or a different brand of tool that matches the description. The items in parentheses are all good choices but are also there to use a reference to compare if you’re shopping around between brands. Some other great quality electrical tool manufactureres are Klein, Greenlee, Southwire, Milwaukee, and Knipex. Most electrical employers require employees to provide their own hand tools (all the tools on the list below) and because of this we encourage students to think about the long-term financial investment of these tools especially the daily used tools such as wire cutters, wire strippers, pliers, allen wenches, and especially the main screwdriver set and purchase them from a reputable brand such as those listed below. (The stripped out $3 screwdriver in the back of the tool drawer is very hard on lab equipment. Please have tools that are in good working condition) For the drill and impact we ask that you get a jobsite grade tool such as Milwaukee, DeWalt, or other favorite brand. (The electrical program uses Milwaukee for other tools and does have a charger that is occasionally available). On other tools such as the torque screwdriver do not spend a lot of money - a generic one is fine. Tools can be purchased online, at a store, at electrical supply houses (Norfolk has Rensenhouse, and Echo) or be used ones (that are in good shape and work) brought from home or bought online. There are lockers available to students to store tools and books overnight. If you choose to use the lockers, you must purchase another keyed or combination lock.

  • 1 - Tool Backpack or Tool Bag (Example: Milwaukee 48-22-8201 or 48-22-8300)
  • 1 - Tool Pouch (Example: Milwaukee 48-22-8112)
    Note- Packout box can be substituted for backpack/bag and Tool belts can be subsituted for pouch - VetoProPack has many quality options as well and offers student discounts
  • 1 - Standard wire stripper (Klien 11055)
  • 1 - Small wire stripper (Klien 1019)
  • 1 - Cable (NM wire) stripper (Klien K1412)
  • 1 - 9” side cutting pliers (Lineman pliers) (Klein J2000-9NE)
  • 1 - 8” diagonal cutting pliers (Klein J2000-48)
  • 1 - 8” Long needle nose pliers (Klein J2038)
  • 1 - Crimping tool (Klien 1005)
  • 2 - 10” pump pliers <channel locks> ( Knipex 87 01 250 10)
  • 1 - Folding cable skinning utility knife (Klein 44218)
  • 1 - Regular utility knife (Milwaukee Knife 48 22-1505)
  • 1 - Folding SEA Allen hex key set <must include 3/8"> (Klein 70550)
  • 1 - Nut driver set (Klien 32809MAG)
  • 1 - 10" Adjustable wrench <crecent wrench> (Klein D507-10)

  • Main Screwdriver set including:(Klein 85076 doesn't include square)

    • 1 of each - Phillips #1x3”, Slotted1/4”x4”, Square #1

    • 1 of each - Phillips #2x4”, Slotted 3/16” X 6”, Square #2
    • 1 of each - Phillips #2x6”, Slotted 5/6” x 6”
  • 1 - PRECISION screwdriver set (Klien 32581 or Klien 32717
  • 1 - Torque screwdriver 10-50in-lbs (Amazon - NEIKO 10573B or Harber Freight - Quinn 58950
  • 1 - Conduit reamer (Klein D507-10)
  • 1 - 12" hacksaw (Klein 702-12)
  • 1 - Jab saw (Klein 725)
  • 1 - 25’ Tape measure (Milwaulke 48-22-1025M)
  • 1 - 18 oz. Electrician’s hammer (Klein 807-18)
  • 1 - Magnetic Torpedo level (Milwaulke 48-22-5107)
  • 1 - Lockout hasp (Klein 45200) AND 1 lockout tagout padlock (Master 410KARED)
  • 1 - Non-contact Voltage Detector (Santronics 3115)
  • 1 - GFCI Outlet tester (Klein RT210)
  • 1 - High dexterity gloves cut resistant gloves (Klein 60582)
  • 1 - Hard hat Class E Rating <color doesn’t matter> (Klein 60107)
  • 1 - Clear safety glasses Z87 approved
  • 1 - Leather electrical hazard work-boots (EH) rated
  • 1 - Cordless ¼”Impact AND ½”Drill Kit with 2 batteries and charger
  • 1 - Bit tip impact driver kit (Milwaukee 48-32-4010)
  • 1 - 6" Nut driver <setter> bits for drill or impact (Klein 32950)
  • 1 - Drill tap set (Klein 32383SEN)
  • 1 - 7/8" auger drill bit (Irwin 49914 at Menards)
  • 1 - Fluke 117 AND Fluke t6-1000 (or Fluke 325) electrical meters - see note below
    • These meters are aviable to purchase at the Northeast bookstore at an educational discount rate and we encourage students to take advantage of this. Wherever you choose to get your meter from they must be this excact brand and model and CANNOT be substituted

Optional Tools (Not Required by Program)

  • 1 - 13 in 1 or 15 in one screwdriver (klien 32313HD) or (Klien 32288)
  • 1 - hard hat lamp
  • 1 - Ratcheting Cable Cutting Pliers
  • 1 - Electricians Step Drill bit (Klein KTSB15)
  • 1 - 5 pc Gearwrench Ratcheting Combination Wrench set 3/8"-9/16" (gear wrench 93005)

Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)

Tools Required First Day of Classes

Estimated Cost: $2,500

The following is a list of tools each student is required to obtain and maintain. This list is only a minimum; you might wish to add to it for your convenience. With proper care, these tools will help you earn a living for a long time. If you already have some of these tools, bring them in and your lab instructor will advise you if they meet the requirements. Remember that value is not price alone; a good tool with proper care will last years longer than a cheap tool and will pay for itself many times over. These tools need to be ordered in advance so that you have them by the first day of school. Most of these are specialty tools, which require you to buy them at wholesale suppliers. If there are any questions at all about the tool list, contact Paul or John (HVAC Instructors).

  • 1 - Safety Glasses
  • 1 - Work Gloves
  • 1 - 6” Crescent Wrench (Crescent #AC16V)
  • 1 - 10” Crescent Wrench (Crescent #AC110V)
  • 1 - 12” Crescent Wrench (Crescent #AC112CV)
  • 1 - 14” Pipe Wrench (Ridgid #31020)
  • 1 - Refrigeration Ratchet Wrench (Imperial #60613)
  • 1 - Hex key insert for refrigeration ratchet( Malco RRW 3/16)
  • 1 - 3/8” Socket Set – 1/4, 5/16, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4
  • 1 - 10” Tongue & Groove Pliers (Channel Lock #430)
  • 1 - 7” Vise Grips (Vise Grip #7WR)
  • 1 - 7 1/8” Needle Nose (Klein #D203-7)
  • 1 - 8” Diagonal Cut Pliers (Klein #D248-8)
  • 1 - Solder less Crimp Tool with bolt cutter (Klein #1001)
  • 1 - 1/4” long shaft magnetic nut driver(Klein or Malco)
  • 1 - 5/16” long shaft magnetic nut driver(Klein or Malco)
  • 1 - 11/32” hollow shaft nut driver(Klein or Malco)
  • 1 - 1ea. 1/4” X 6” straight- 3/16” X 6” straight- #2 X 6” Phillips screw drivers
  • 1 - 9 pc. Long Arm Hex Key Kit (6” long) (Allen #56034)
  • 1 - Three Corner Tapered File (Nicholson #14224)
  • 1 - R410a orbital flaring tool
  • 1 - Rolls scotch 33+ Electrical Tape (3M #33)
  • 1 - 25’ Tape Measure (Lufkin #SV125)
  • 1 - Punch & Chisel Set (pin punch, center punch, cold chisel)
    (Mayhew #751-K or Allen #25676)
  • 1 - Hacksaw (Lenox #2012)
  • 1 - Flashlight (Maglite #M2A01H)
  • 1 - 1/4” and 5/16” Magnetic Driver (chucks for drill)
  • 1 - 13 pc. Drill Bit Kit 1/16” through 1/2" (New England Carbide #525217)
  • 2 - Tool Boxes – one for sheet metal tools and the other box for the rest of the tools
  • 2 - Padlocks – (2 lockers) (Master #3008D)
  • 1 - R410a mini split adaptor 1/4” X 5/16”
  • 1 - Little “imp” Tube Cutter 1/8” – 5/8” OD (Imperial #TC- 1050SP)
  • 1 - Regular Size Tube Cutter 3/8” – 1 1/8” OD (Imperial #TC1000SP)
  • 1 - Vernier Caliper with Depth Gauge (General #721)
  • 1 - Inspection Mirror (extendable)
  • 1 - Valve Core Tool – removes valve cores (comes with extra cores) (J/B #A32004 or Robinair #40536)
  • 1 - Digital refrigeration gauge set with hoses and temperature sensors
  • 1 - Pocket Level (Malco L5)
  • 1 - Friction Lighter – (torches)
  • 1 - Digital Thermometer 40 – 300 degrees (UEI #PDT550)
  • 1 - Clamp-on Meter – volts, ohms, amps, temp. , capacitance, and DC micro amps (Fieldpiece, UEI, or Fluke)
  • 1 - Utility Knife
  • 1 - 12V or larger drill and impact kit with 2 batteries and charger
    (Milwaukee, DeWalt, Makita or equivalent)

Sheet Metal Tools

  • 1 - Aviation Snips – right cuts (Malco #M2007)
  • 1 - Aviation Snips – left cuts (Malco #M2006)
  • 1 - Aviation Snips – bulldogs (Malco #M2005)
  • 1 - Combination Snips (Malco # MC14N)
  • 1 - Hand Seamer (Malco #S2)
  • 1 - Folding Tool (Malco #12)
  • 1 - 5 Blade Crimper (Malco #C5)
  • 1 - Hand Notcher (Malco #N1)
  • 1 - Dividers (Malco #24)
  • 1 - Setting Hammer (Malco #SH3)
  • 1 - Adjustable Scribe (Malco #A60)
  • 1 - Scratch awl (Malco #A2)

Diploma

Tools Required First Day of Classes

Estimated Cost: $1,000

  • 1 - Safety Glasses
  • 1 - Leather Work Gloves
  • 1 - Toolbox/Tool Bag, 48-22-8300
  • 1 - Clamp-on Meter-volts, ohms, amps, temp., capacitance, and DC micro amps (Klein CL700, or Fluke), 2216-20
  • 1 - Friction Lighter to light a torch
  • 1 - 1/8-5/8” Small Tubing Cutter (Milwaukee), 48-22-4251
  • 1 - 1/8-1 1/8” Medium Tubing Cutter (Milwaukee), 48-22-4259
  • 1 - 1/4-2 5/8” Large Tubing Cutter (Ridgid 31642), 48-22-4254
  • 1 - Builders speed square, MLSQ040
  • 1 - 12” Hacksaw, 48-22-0050
  • 1 - Magnetic Torpedo Level, 48-22-5107
  • 1 - Retractable Utility Knife, 48-22-1910
  • 1 - Jab Saw, 48-22-0304
  • 1 - 25 ft. Measuring Tape(inch/foot/fractional), 48-22-9925M

Pliers

  • 1 - 12” Slip Joint Plier, 48-22-6512
  • 1 - 10” Slip Joint Plier, 48-22-6310
  • 1 - 8” Needlenose Locking Plier, 48-22-6501
  • 1 - 10” Curved jaw and 6” Longnose Locking Plier, 48-22-3602

Wrenches

  • 1 - 8” Adjustable Wrench, 48-22-7408
  • 1 - 12” Adjustable Wrench, 48-22-7412
  • 1 - 14” Pipe Wrench, cast or aluminum (48-22-7114 $33.50), 48-22-7214
  • 1 - 18” Pipe Wrench cast or aluminum (48-22-7118 $46.50), 48-22-7218

Screwdrivers

  • 1 - Screwdriver kit (3/16”, 1/4", 5/16”, straight, #1 and #2 Phillips, 48-22-2718

Striking Tools

  • 1 - 16-17oz. Rip Claw Hammer (or 48-22-9017), 48-22-9017
  • 1 - 10 cats claw nail puller, 48-22-9031

Miscellaneous

  • Reamer, 48-22-4255
  • Pex pipe cutter, 48-22-4204
  • Architectural scale ruler
  • Wire stripper with crimper, 48-22-6579
  • Headlamp, 2103
  • Multi tip screwdriver, 48-22-2914

Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)

Tools Required First Day of Classes

Estimated Cost: $2,450

Bashlin Industries
c/o EnergySolutions, Inc.
p: 402.551.9177
f: 402.553.6609

  • 1 - 4 D ring Belt (D18-28), D-Size
  • 1 - 4 D ring Belt (D29-32), D-Size
  • 1 - 8' Positioning Lanyard
  • 1 - Fall Restraint Patriot
  • 1 - Bolt & Nut Bag
  • 1 - Holster Tool Pouch - Black
  • 1 - Aluminum Climbers w/ bottom straps
  • 1 - Climber Pads
  • 1 - Gaff Guards
  • 1 - Gaff Shaping Kit
  • 1 - Tool bag: Red bag w/ Northeast stencil
  • 1 - Lineman's Pliers
  • 1 - Handline Carrier
  • 1 - #2 - 4" Screwdriver Phillips
  • 1 - 10" Adjustable Wrench
  • 1 - 12" Adjustable Wrench
  • 1 - 3/8" Flat blade 6" Screwdriver
  • 1 - 3/16" Flat blade 4" Screwdriver
  • 1 - 4" Screwdriver #2 square drive
  • 1 - Klein Wire Stripper
  • 1 - Linemen's Hammer / Smooth Faced
  • 1 - Milwaukee Lineman's Wrench
  • 1 - Milwaukee insulated 4-in-1 wrench
  • 1 - Pump Pliers
  • 1 - 6' Folding Rule
  • 1 - Skinning Knife
  • 1 - Red Hard Hat w/ Logo
  • 1 - Chin Strap
  • 1 - Hard Hat Liner
  • 1 - Clear safety glasses
  • 1 - Tinted safety glasses

Vendor Choice

  • 1 - Lineman boots

Renegade Store
1700 Market Lane
Norfolk
402.371.0866

  • 4 - Northeast T-Shirts
  • 2 - Northeast FR shirts

Diploma

Tools Required First Day of Classes

Estimated Cost: $900-$1,500

The following is equipment and supplies required for training. Please note that there are choices on supplies-lift front helmets, auto darkening helmets, gloves, etc. You may have some of the items listed already. The instructor will advise you if they meet program requirements. Safety equipment is mandatory for all classes because of the nature of the trade. Items need to be ordered in advance (mid-June) so that you have them on first day of class. Most items can be purchased from a welding supply store. Hand tools may be more affordable at other stores. A more professional and safe atmosphere is present when everyone wears the proper attire. Please advise if you have questions. John Knapp 402-844-7201, Norfolk, or Michael McCarthy 402-844-7200, Norfolk. Chance Rohlk, 402-241-6422, South Sioux City.

  • 1 - Auto darkening welding helmet (recommended) with extra cover lenses for inside and front of helmet.
  • 2 - Welding Cap 100% cotton
  • 2 pr - Safety Glasses (clear) or prescription safety glasses
  • 24 pr - Ear Plugs/pre-shaped foam type
  • 1 - Stainless Steel Wire Brush
  • 1 - Stainless Steel Toothbrush
  • 1 - Carbon Steel Wire Brush
  • 1 - Chipping Slag Hammer
  • 1 - Locking C-Clamp plier type. Vice-Grip or Economy brand.
  • 1 - Half Round File, Bastard Cut to 14”
  • 1 - 12” Adjustable Wrench (crescent or like brand)
  • 1 - Ball Peen hammer 24 oz. or 16 oz.
  • 1 - Pocket flashlight battery or chargeable
  • 1 - Cold chisel for steel 4” or 6” long -1/2” diameter
  • 1 - Combination Lock
  • 1 - FR Jacket with Leather Sleeves
  • 1 - Welding and Cutting Goggles shade 4 or 5 or shaded face shield
  • 1 - Clear face shield
  • 1 - Flint Striker-extra flint
  • 1 - Tip Cleaners
  • 3 pr - SMAW Stick glove. Thicker cut.
  • 2 pr - GMAW Mig glove. Medium thickness.
  • 2 pr - GTAW Tig glove. Thin cut.
  • 2 pr - Drivers/work glove. Medium thickness for moving and cutting metal
  • 1 - Linesman Cutting Pliers-for cutting 1/8” TIG wire
  • 1 - Needle Nose Pliers or Mig Welding Pliers
  • 1 - Soap Stone & Holder-flat or round with extra soap
  • 2 - Silver-streak welders pencil or like brand
  • 2 - grinders - 4 ½” Grinder 10 Amp with extra (6) 1/8” and (8)¼” grinding wheels, (5) Stringer Bead Twist Wheel Brush and (8) 60 Grit Flap Disc. Cord or Cordless
  • 1 roll - Vinyl electrical tape
  • 10 - 3/32” x 7” 2% Lanthanated Tungsten 1 pack
  • 1 - Alumina Nozzle 10N47 #7
  • 1 - Alumina Nozzle 10N46 #8
  • 1 - Alumina Nozzle 10N45 #10
  • 1 - Collet 10N24 3/32-GTAW Parts
  • 1 - Collet Body 10N32 3/32-GTAW Parts
  • 1 - Back caps Long 57Y02-GTAW Parts
  • 1 - Gas Lens 45V26 3/32-GTAW Parts
  • 1 - Gas Lens Nozzle 54N14-GTAW Parts
  • 1 - 25’ Measuring Tape
  • 1 - 9” Torpedo Level
  • 1 - 12” Combination Square
  • 1 - Center Punch for metal – 1/4” or 3/8 “
  • 2 - Sharpie black extra fine point markers
  • 1 - 5-gallon bucket or bag to carry tools in. No toolboxes left in lab.
  • 1 - Protractor
  • 1 - Locking Compass
  • 1 - Fillet Weld Gages-Set
  • 1 - Standard Pliers

Students must also supply:
Not included in estimated cost of supplies listed above.

  • Leather Composit Toed Work Boots
  • 2 pr - 100% cotton Carhartt or Wrangler or other brand work shirt with flaps on pockets and recommend snaps over buttons. No flannel. Washed regularly.
  • 100% cotton tee shirt to be worn under work shirt.
  • Normal fitting blue or black jeans. Straight leg. No holes or frays.

Please mark your name on all tools and supplies!

Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS), Diploma

Tools Required First Day of Classes

Estimated Cost: $380

  • 1 - Screwdriver set - flat and phillips
    Wera - 05006604001
  • 1 pair - Clear Safety Glasses
    ANSI Z87.1 rated
  • 1 pair - Fit leather work gloves (mechanics style)
  • 1 pair - Quality leather work boots with heel, shank support, composite safety toe – EH rated – oil resistant – slip resistant
    A quality boot like: Timberland PRO Boondock 6 inch Composite Safety toe Waterproof Industrial Work Boot that has a heel stop, safety toe, and EH rated (see instructor)
  • 2 - Master Padlock non-conductive (for LOTO)
    406 or 410 RED
  • 1 - Pocket sized notebook
  • 1 - Headlamp for helmet
    Energizer® Vision 300 LumenRechargeable headlamp
  • 1 - Precision Screwdriver set, 4 piece (flat and Phillips)
    Greenlee 01530-03C
  • 1 - Wire stripper 7 1/8” 10-18 solid 12-20 stranded
    Greenlee 1955-ss
  • 1 - Combination Lock for storage locker
    (Must be combination type)