Concentration Overview
| Advisory: It is strongly recommended that students do not take any of the nuclear engineering or electronics systems engineering area of study courses unless their math skills (Calculus I or higher) are reasonably current. |
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The Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with an area of study in Nuclear Engineering Technology is designed for reactor operators and related support workers in the nuclear industry, medical, or in the U.S. Navy nuclear power program who need a more enhanced understanding and skill in radiation protection, shielding/activation, personal dosimetry, and biological effectives of radiation. Credits may be earned from the Navy Basic Nuclear Power School, advanced Navy training, National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologist (NRRPT) certification, Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) licensure, or professional training. A total of 18 area of study credits must be from 3000/4000-level courses. The BS degree with an area of study in Nuclear Engineering Technology and concentration in Radiological Protection is a 120-credit program.
Degree Requirements
The following courses are required for the BS degree with an area of study in Nuclear Energy Engineering Technology and can be fulfilled in either the General Education or Electives sections of the degree chart.
ENG-2010
CTR-2120
STA-2010
MAT-2310
MAT-2320
PHY-1150
PHY-1160
CHE-1210
NOTE:
How to Earn Credit in the Area of Study:
- Most students have earned credit from the Navy Basic Nuclear Power School, which covers more than half of the area of study. Credit may also be earned by advanced Navy training, prior learning assessment (PLA), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) license, National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT) certification, or ACE-reviewed company training.
- Courses listed in the area of study are offered as a guide. Other courses may also be considered appropriate for the program. The inclusion of similar courses must be reviewed by the evaluation team. Students must submit their program plan for review to ensure that course selection is appropriate for the degree.