Power Plant Training

David Alan Minnick

Mission Viejo, CA ***** 949-***-**** (H) (C)

*****.*********@*****.***

http://www.linkedin.com/pub/dave-minnick/1b/2/668

Human Performance / Instructional Design

Dedicated professional with 32 years of nuclear experience, driven to improve the performance of plant

personnel. I’m passionate about improving plant performance and minimizing human performance errors.

I have a diverse and extensive background in Nuclear Power, Health Physics and procedure development.

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Certified Training Instructor ADDIE Model For Training Development

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Simulator Machine Operator Systematic Approach to Training (SAT)

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Dynamic Learning Activities (DLA) Human Performance Champion

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Dynamic Classroom Instructor Leadership / Team Collaboration

EXPERIENCE

Southern California Edison; San Clemente, CA. 2009-11/2012

San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station

(2) Pressurized Water Reactors, Electrical Generation 2,200Mw

Nuclear Training Specialist III, (San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station)

Designed and presented training for the Non-licensed Operators at San Onofre. Developed the procedure

and operated a pressurized (40’ X 20’) flow loop simulator, which allowed for Operator skill training in a

non-plant environment.

• Analyzed operator performance in DLA’s and field performance and trended the weaknesses.

• Developed an industry leading matrix to measure individual operator performance competencies.

• Designed an Individual Competency database to identify trends and individual focus areas.

• Implemented a training program which decreased Plant Status Control errors by >50% in 6 months.

• Provided all Health Physics operator training and licensee question submissions.

• Recognized as best instructor for incorporation of Human Performance tools and Operator

Fundamentals into lesson plans, classroom and laboratory environments.

HOOVER DAM; Boulder City, Nevada 2008-11/2009

Bureau of Reclamations, 15 Hydro-electric generators

Electrical Generation 2,080Mw

Hydro Station Electrician / Control Room Operator

• Installed, maintained, troubleshoot, and repaired new and existing electrical lines, circuits,

systems fixtures and controls associated with Hydro Electric Generation.

• Qualified outside generator rounds promptly and efficiently

• Revised the training manual for Operators

• Developed and provided team training to all plant operators

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Southern California Edison; San Clemente, CA. 1991-10/2008

San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station

(2) Pressurized Water Reactors, Electrical Generation 2,200Mw

Nuclear Training Specialist II, (2006-2008)

Prepared and presented lesson plans for all non-licensed operators. Utilized SAT process (ADDIE) for

accredited training program. Participated as a player and controller in site wide emergency drills; and

filled the role as an Operator, HP Technician and for EOF positions.

• Taught all HP related non-licensed Operator classes and provide input on RO/SRO level exams

with regard to the exam bank content.

• Developed first Dynamic Learning Activity for San Onofre.

• Certified NTD Training Instructor qualified OJT and TPE.

Operations U2/3, Power Plant Operator (2002-2006)

Qualified all Primary and Secondary watch stations for the Pressurized Water Reactors at San Onofre.

Qualified all primary and makeup water watch stations, and was OJT / TPE qualified.

• First management selected Crew Mentor due to exemplary performance and plant knowledge.

• Acted as mentor to help new operators in getting qualified.

Health Physics Technician, (1993-2003)

Qualified all senior health physics technician position in less than one year. Qualified advanced Job

Coverage to include RCP, Generator/Platform and Refuel Coverage.

• Passed the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists exam. Cert #13906

• Served as Control Point Supervisor for over two years during two Refuel Outages.

• Developed the HP Website with live ALARA dose updates, which was a noted INPO strength.

• Supervised the Multi-Purpose facility for decon and storage of highly radioactive waste for 2 years.

• Presented annual training for the department as a Certified Instructor.

Operations U1, Power Plant Operator (1991-1993)

Qualified all Secondary watch stations for the Unit 1 PWR at San Onofre.

• Passed the NRC Generic Fundamentals Exam.

EDUCATION

BSAST, Nuclear Engineering Technology, Thomas Edison State College, Trenton NJ (in progress)

General Coursework completed at University of Hawaii and University of Phoenix.

TECHNICAL

Microsoft: Word, Outlook EXCEL, PowerPoint, VISIO,

Adobe: Acrobat Reader/Writer, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Fireworks

Articulate Storyline

VISION training database (LMS)

SmartBorad (Whiteboard presenter)

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