Figure illustrates the intensity and impact of nuclear energy. (Photo courtesy of Bill Liao.)
Instructor(s)
Prof. Andrew Kadak
MIT Course Number
22.091 / 22.903
As Taught In
Spring 2008
Level
Undergraduate / Graduate
Course Description
Course Features
Course Description
Problems in nuclear engineering often involve applying knowledge from many disciplines simultaneously in achieving satisfactory solutions. The course will focus on understanding the complete nuclear reactor system including the balance of plant, support systems and resulting interdependencies affecting the overall safety of the plant and regulatory oversight. Both the Seabrook and Pilgrim nuclear plant simulators will be used as part of the educational experience to provide as realistic as possible understanding of nuclear power systems short of being at the reactor.