Architecture & Architectural Engineering
- Experience hands-on projects demonstrating architecture design principles and practices.
- Learn about general architecture, phases of building design, sustainable design, and engineering systems in building design.
- Discover what education and training is needed to be successful in the architecture field.
Look for the next session in fall 2019!
- More Information on the 2018 program
Aviation
- Try out flight simulators
- Tour the air traffic control tower
- Work with ground base operations
- Meet and ask questions to commercial pilots
Look for the next session in fall 2019!
Broadcasting
- Produce a commercial
- Be part of a live broadcast
- Learn social media strategies
Look for the next session in fall 2019!
- More Information on the 2018 program
Civil Engineering
With so many kinds of careers in the Architectural/Engineering industry – how can you choose one that is right for you? Check out the careers with IIW! In this program you will explore Structural Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Municipal Engineering, Land Development, Environmental Engineering, Architecture, Land Surveying, and Construction Observation and Testing.
Look for the next session in spring 2020!
Computer Science
- Write an App for an android device
- Design and program a computer game that you can show your friends and family
- Use RAPTOR, a programming tool designed at the U.S.Air Force Academy
- Work with Loras professors and advanced computer science students
Look for the next session in spring 2020!
Culinary Arts
- Work with the head chef
- Plan a menu and prepare certain dishes and appetizers
- Discover the tricks behind presentation of meals and dishes
- Learn about the hours, pay, and education for the profession
- Discuss restaurant management and how menus, service, and promotions affect the overall appeal of a restaurant
Diesel Mechanics
- Work with tools to explore the intricate engines of a Semi-tractor
- Compete in a “Top Gun” competition
- Work with a small circuit board and figure out how it relates to solving problems
Look for the next session in fall 2019!
- More Information on the 2018 program
Engineering & Technology
- Get introduced to a wide array of engineering disciplines and some of the engineers that work in those disciplines.
- Participate in hands-on activities such as an intorduction to CAD (Computer Aided Design) and 3D modeling of components and assemblies
- Discover what steps you can take to be on the engineering career path
Look for the next session in fall 2019!
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Firefighting and Emergency Services
- Participate in activities including firefighting skills, ropes rescue, and using self-contained breathing apparatus
- Learn about firefighting and emergency medical services
- Discover what steps you can take to enter the firefighting career field
Program meets first Monday of each month at 7:00 pm.
- Download the application found HERE
- More Information
- Send completed application and $40 registration fee to: Exploring, PO Box 732, Dubuque, IA 52004
Firefighting – Volga Fire Department
- Participate in activities including firefighting skills, ropes rescue, and using self-contained breathing apparatus
- Learn about firefighting and emergency medical services
- Discover what steps you can take to enter the firefighting career field
Program is currently accepting applications.
- Download the application found HERE
- Send completed application and registration fee to: Exploring, PO Box 732, Dubuque, IA 52004
Health Careers
- Tour various departments of Finley Hospital, including pharmacy, surgery and radiology.
- Meet professionals in the different health career fields and get answers to all career questions.
- Participate in interactive activities in each health career specialty.
Look for next session in fall 2019!
Law Enforcement
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- Experience law enforcement by participating in activities like crime scene investigation, fingerprinting, and firearms handling and safety.
- Ride along with a law enforcement officer
- Discover what types of careers exist in law enforcement
Look for the next session in fall 2019!
- More Information on the 2018 program
Law & Government
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- Experience a mock trial
- Uncover your path to law school
- Discover what types of careers exist in law and government
Look for the next session in spring 2020!
- More Information on the 2019 program
Nursing
- Tour Mercy Medical Center and speak with nursing professionals throughout the hospital.
- Learn nursing skills in the hands-on NICC skills lab.
- Discover what specialties you can have in the nursing field.
Look for next session in fall 2019!
Sports Marketing
- Learn what it takes to fill an arena for a sports team.
- Discover the different areas required to promote a sports team.
- Complete a job shadow with a member of the Saints professional staff.