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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: 13

Average GPA: 3.54 (A-)

Strict A Rate (No A-) : 45.94%

Average Withdrawal Rate: 0.83%

Leigh Winfrey201482.0%12.7%3.9%0.0%0.0%1.4%3.763
Emily V Meilus202273.2%18.4%6.1%1.2%1.2%0.0%3.551
Mark A Pierson202160.9%30.4%6.8%0.7%0.4%0.8%3.488
David W Freeman202351.0%38.0%9.0%0.0%2.0%0.0%3.321

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