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MAE 120Introduction to Nuclear Energy

4 units · MAE · UC San Diego

Overview of basic fission and fusion processes. Elementary fission reactor physics and engineering; environmental and waste disposal issues. Survey of fusion technology issues and perspectives. May not receive credit for both MAE 118C and MAE 120.

Before you enroll

Prerequisites

From the catalog: “MAE 101A or CENG 101A, or consent of instructor.”

Where it fits

Where it sits in degree plans

One of the options in (1)

  • Mechanical Engineering with a Specialization in Renewable Energy and Environmental Flows (B.S.)