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Fall 2016 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ELEC 245 - Nuclear Fundamentals

3 credits
This course covers the basic concepts associated with atomic structure, nuclear interactions and reactions, fission processes and reactor operation. Specific elements include radioactive decay processes, half-life determination, isotope identification processes, neutron flux effects on reactor power, and radiation from fission products.