Nuclear Energy Generation

3 credits · Undergraduate

In-depth examination of nuclear fission, fusion, and radioisotope systems. Fission systems include current fleet, Gen IV/advanced reactors (SMRs) and Micro-Reactors. Fusion systems include inertial and magnetic confinement designs. Space applications of nuclear energy. No credit for students who have earned credit for ENVE 5850. Prerequisite: CHEM 1601; and one of: CHEM 1602 or PHYS 1602 or MATH 2300. [3]