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Mar 19, 2026
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Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027
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AET 211 Nuclear Energy Systems: Carbon Free Alt Credits: (4)
In this course, students learn important concepts about the use of nuclear energy for electric power generation. This type of electrical power generation requires an interdisciplinary understanding of concepts related to mechanical, electrical, and nuclear technologies. In addition, as a carbon free 24/7 energy source, students learn why nuclear energy can help address climate change concerns. This course includes discussions on radioactivity, radiation, reactor physics, thermodynamics, producing electricity, nuclear waste concerns, and advanced safer nuclear power station designs. Prerequisite(s): ELT 141 or PHY 104 (or higher) or permission of instructor.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify credible versus non-credible information about nuclear electric power processes and systems.
- Analyze and solve technical problems related to nuclear physics, radiation, and nuclear waste.
- Analyze and solve technical problems about thermodynamic processes involved with heat transfer and steam cycles.
- Understand the basic designs behind conventional nuclear power and future Generation IV designs being developed.
- Undertand the lessons learned from the Three Mile Island, Chernobyl, and Fukushima Daichi accidents.
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