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NUCENG 150 - Introduction to Nuclear Reactor Theory

Nuclear Engineering Undergraduate COE - College of Engineering

Subject

NUCENG

Course Number

150

Department

Nuclear Engineering

Course Level

Undergraduate

Course Title

Introduction to Nuclear Reactor Theory

Course Description

Neutron interactions, nuclear fission, and chain reacting systematics in thermal and fast nuclear reactors. Diffusion and slowing down of neutrons. Criticality calculations. Nuclear reactor dynamics and reactivity feedback. Production of radionuclides in nuclear reactors.

Minimum

4

Maximum

4

Grading Basis

Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option

Method of Assessment

Written Exam

Instructors

Greenspan, Vujic

Prerequisites

MATH 53, MATH 54, and NUC ENG 100.

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Formats

Discussion, Lecture

Term

Fall and Spring

Duration (in weeks)

15

Minimum Hours

3

Maximum Hours

3

Minimum Hours

1

Maximum Hours

1

Minimum Hours

8

Maximum Hours

8