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MNE3107 - Principles of Nuclear Engineering

Offering Academic Unit
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Credit Units
3
Course Duration
One Semester
Pre-requisite(s)
Course Offering Term*:
Semester A 2024/25

* The offering term is subject to change without prior notice
 
Course Aims

This course aims to introduce the fundamental of nuclear physics, interaction of radiation with matter, nuclear reactors and nuclear power plant, and basic nuclear reactor theory.  It also gives an overview of transport equation and diffusion equation of neutrons, and methods for solving these equations.


Assessment (Indicative only, please check the detailed course information)

Continuous Assessment: 70%
Examination: 30%
Examination Duration: 2 hours
For a student to pass the course, at least 30% of the maximum mark for both coursework and examination should be obtained.
 
Detailed Course Information

MNE3107.pdf