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Hi, what are the most important courses i am going to take ? like the bases of a nuclear engineering. Are they radiation/ nuclear theory and thermal hydraulics ?
Generally in nuclear engineering programs, one takes introductory mathematics, physics, chemistry, and engineering courses, and the engineering course is usually related to nuclear engineering. By the second year, one should have at least one course, or possibly two, in modern physics and nuclear physics. That covers some level of atomic and nuclear physics, with some particle physics. Assuming one wishes to work with nuclear reactors and power plants, one would take allied courses in mechanical and electrical engineering. The mechanical engineering courses include thermodynamics, fluid mechanics/dynamics and heat transfer as a minimum. The electrical engineering courses include introductory circuit theory, and perhaps an advanced course in circuit theory, electromechanics/electromagnetics, since nuclear energy in nuclear power plants is primarily used for generating electrical power, but there is also instrumentation and control, and radiation detection.madhisoka said:Hi, what are the most important courses i am going to take ? like the bases of a nuclear engineering. Are they radiation/ nuclear theory and thermal hydraulics ?
Astronuc said:Generally in nuclear engineering programs, one takes introductory mathematics, physics, chemistry, and engineering courses, and the engineering course is usually related to nuclear engineering. By the second year, one should have at least one course, or possibly two, in modern physics and nuclear physics. That covers some level of atomic and nuclear physics, with some particle physics. Assuming one wishes to work with nuclear reactors and power plants, one would take allied courses in mechanical and electrical engineering. The mechanical engineering courses include thermodynamics, fluid mechanics/dynamics and heat transfer as a minimum. The electrical engineering courses include introductory circuit theory, and perhaps an advanced course in circuit theory, electromechanics/electromagnetics, since nuclear energy in nuclear power plants is primarily used for generating electrical power, but there is also instrumentation and control, and radiation detection.
The core of the upper level involves courses in neutron physics, or reactor physics, and nuclear plant design. There are various electives, e.g., nuclear safety, environmental engineering (related to nuclear energy), radiation effects on materials (materials science and engineering related to radiation), fusion engineering, . . . . One would probably take a course in radiation protection.
I took courses in physics, materials science and engineering, corrosion engineering, aerospace engineering, and more advanced electrical engineering courses, since I was interested in advanced concepts, including nuclear propulsion for spacecraft .
What does one wish to do as a career?madhisoka said:My question was i am as a nuclear engineer what courses will be my bases that i am going to use in my career
madhisoka said:My question was i am as a nuclear engineer what courses will be my bases that i am going to use in my career
Nuclear engineering is a branch of engineering that deals with the application of nuclear processes and materials in various fields such as energy production, medicine, and research.
Common courses in a nuclear engineering program include nuclear reactor theory, radiation protection, nuclear materials, nuclear fuel cycles, and thermal hydraulics.
Graduates with a degree in nuclear engineering can pursue careers in the nuclear energy industry, research and development, national laboratories, and regulatory agencies.
Safety is a top priority in nuclear engineering courses. Students are taught about safety protocols and regulations, and laboratories are equipped with strict safety measures and guidelines.
A strong background in mathematics, physics, and chemistry is essential for success in nuclear engineering courses. Additionally, critical thinking, problem-solving, and attention to detail are important skills for this field.