Program Overview

Introduction to Nuclear Engineering

The School of Nuclear Engineering (NE) focuses on the study of nuclear energy, which is one of the key global challenges of our time. Nuclear energy has been one of the most sustainable energy options over the last six decades, providing reliable, safe, and affordable electricity with no carbon gas emissions.

What is Nuclear Engineering?

Nuclear energy is a pivotal part of the future, and it is essential to provide the global society with top-notch ethical nuclear engineers as future leaders. The BS NE degree prepares students for a wide range of jobs in nuclear engineering, including:

• Hydrogen and fuel cell systems
• Nuclear radiation
• Reactor physics
• Renewable and hybrid nuclear systems
• Thermal hydraulics and reactor safety

NE Undergraduate Program Information

Purdue engineers have an interest in changing the world, making an impact in their communities, and doing meaningful work. Strong leadership characteristics, ingenuity, adaptability, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and technical proficiency are among the main competencies that students gain. Purdue engineering is dedicated to helping students attain the skills and attributes needed to succeed in this rapidly-changing global economy.

Program Details

The NE undergraduate program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in nuclear engineering, including:

• Design, development, and work in a wide range of areas
• Preparation for a wide range of jobs in nuclear engineering
• Development of strong leadership characteristics, ingenuity, adaptability, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and technical proficiency

Research Areas

The School of Nuclear Engineering focuses on various research areas, including:

• Nuclear energy
• Nuclear radiation
• Reactor physics
• Renewable and hybrid nuclear systems
• Thermal hydraulics and reactor safety

Conclusion

The School of Nuclear Engineering at Purdue University offers a comprehensive undergraduate program in nuclear engineering, providing students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in this rapidly-changing global economy. The program focuses on the study of nuclear energy, which is a pivotal part of the future, and prepares students for a wide range of jobs in nuclear engineering.