GNG 4128 Introduction to Nuclear Engineering

3 units
General Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
Review of atoms and nuclei. Interactions of radiation with matter. Nuclear reactions. Radioactivity, fission and fusion reactors. Nuclear fuel reserves and resources. Nuclear reactors and nuclear power. Neutron diffusion and moderation. Nuclear reactor theory. Heat removal from nuclear reactors. Energy production and distribution. Radioactive waste disposal. Radiation protection. Reactor licensing, safety and the environment. Various applications.

Components:

Lecture

Requirements:

Prerequisites: 54 university units.

Previously Offered Terms:

Winter

French Equivalent:

Organized

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Learned a Lot

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Recommend

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Workload

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Fair Assessments

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