Program Description

The minor in Nuclear Engineering is designed to respond to the critical needs of the nuclear industry for a technical workforce. The Nuclear Engineering minor educates participating students in the Fundamentals of Nuclear Engineering, Nuclear Energy Conversion, Reactor Operation, and Radiation Detection and Protection. Graduates can seek career opportunities in the nuclear industry or pursue a graduate degree in Nuclear Engineering. The minor also provides a competitive edge for those who pursue opportunities outside the nuclear industry, because employers typically recognize the mission critical nature of the nuclear industry and value the discipline that accompanies this particular branch of engineering.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to: 

1. Describe the design and operation of various reactor types.
2. Understand the applications of nuclear technology and radiation in industry and medicine.
3. Operate nuclear reactor simulators and radiation detection instrumentation.
4. Develop a clear idea of the current needs in the nuclear industry and national laboratories.
5. Obtain specialized knowledge from seminars given by nuclear industry experts.
6. Obtain a 360° vision of the nuclear industry by participating in tours of nuclear power plants, nuclear companies, and federal organizations such as Plant Vogtle, ENERCON, CRANE Nuclear, U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Training Center, and U.S. Department of Energy national laboratories.
7. Gain practical experience in internships and Co-Ops offered by various nuclear companies and federal organizations.

This program is a part of the Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering and Engineering Technology  .

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Admissions, Enrollment, and Graduation Criteria

Admissions Criteria

Admission to this program is open to all students who meet Kennesaw State University’s general admission standards. Visit the Admissions  section of the Catalog for more details.

Enrollment Criteria

This program does not have specific enrollment requirements. 

Graduation Criteria

Each student is expected to meet the requirements outlined in Academic Policy 5.0 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS & GRADUATION .

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Program Course Requirements