NE 509
Nuclear Materials
Section: 001

Course Description

Introduces students to properties and selection of materials for nuclear steam supply systems and to radiation effects on materials. Implications of radiation damage to reactor materials and materials problems in nuclear engineering are discussed. Topics include an overview of nuclear steam supply systems, crystal structure and defects, dislocation theory, mechanical properties, radiation damage, hardening and embrittlement due to radiation exposure and problems concerned with fission and fusion materials. Students cannot receive credit for both 409 and 509.

Spring 21

Course offered in department space

FALL 2020

Instructors

Classes Start:
August 10, 2020
Classes End:
November 17, 2020
Location:
00331 111 Lampe Drive
Class Days:
M W
Class Start Time:
10:15am
Class End Time:
11:30am
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Delivery Method:
In Person
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: MSE 201