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NSEG-3145: Fundamentals of Nuclear Engr

Description: Application of fundamental principles of neutron physics and reactor theory. Introduction to nuclear cross-section data, neutron scattering, nuclear fission, and diffusion theory. Examination of current and next generation nuclear power.

Pathways: N/A

Course Hours: 3 credits

Prerequisites: MATH-2214 or MATH-2214H or MATH-2406H

Required By: NSEG-3146, NSEG-4214

Corequisites: N/A

Crosslist: N/A

Repeatability: N/A

Sections Taught: 7

Average GPA: 3.50 (rounds to A-)

Strict A Rate (No A-) : 44.72%

Average Withdrawal Rate: 0.35%

Mark A Pierson202166.0%27.1%5.1%0.8%0.5%0.4%3.544
Emily V Meilus202273.2%18.4%6.1%1.2%1.2%0.0%3.551
David W Freeman202454.7%35.0%7.4%1.4%1.0%0.5%3.392

Grade Distribution Over Time

1234GPA
Fall 2019Fall 2020Fall 2021Fall 2022Fall 2023Fall 2024Term050% W