MANE 4480 - Physics of Nuclear Reactors

Basic nuclear reactor theory; fuel cycles. Neutron diffusion and slowing down; criticality analyses for homogeneous and heterogeneous systems; reactor kinetics and control; reactivity coefficients; fuel management. Reactor systems and types; reactor design. Power plant safety.

Prerequisite: MANE 2110, MANE 2400, (MATH 2010 or (MATH 2011 and MATH 2012)

When Offered: FALL TERM ANNUALLY

Graded: GRADED

Credit Hours: 4