Course 22: Nuclear Science and Engineering
Fall
2024
Undergraduate Subjects
22.00 Introduction to Modeling and Simulation
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Engineering School-Wide Elective Subject.
(Offered under: 1.021, 3.021, 10.333, 22.00)
Prereq: 18.03, 3.016B, or permission of instructor
Units: 4-0-8
Basic concepts of computer modeling and simulation in science and engineering. Uses techniques and software for simulation, data analysis and visualization. Continuum, mesoscale, atomistic and quantum methods used to study fundamental and applied problems in physics, chemistry, materials science, mechanics, engineering, and biology. Examples drawn from the disciplines above are used to understand or characterize complex structures and materials, and complement experimental observations.
M. Buehler, A. Hoffman
22.001 Introduction to Undergraduate Research I
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Prereq: None
Units: 1-0-2 [P/D/F]
Provides instruction in communication and basic research skills needed for effective undergraduate research. Addresses a wide range of communication, from within the research group to formal papers and presentations. Basic research skills include time management, building strong relationships with research advisors and lab groups, and cultivating the habit of regular self-reflection. Current participation in a UROP within the Nuclear Science and Engineering Department or Plasma Science and Fusion Center is strongly recommended. Limited to 25. Preference to students accepted into the FUSars program, followed by students UROPing on any nuclear-related project.
Staff
22.002 Introduction to Undergraduate Research II
(New)
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Prereq: 22.001
Units: 1-0-2 [P/D/F]
 Lecture: F4 (NW17-218)
Instruction in formal communications for undergraduate research, particularly preparing journal manuscripts. Students practice self-reflection and motivation skills to enable independent research. Provides foundation to build and maintain professional networks. Current participation in a UROP within the Nuclear Science and Engineering Department or Plasma Science and Fusion Center with one term of prior experience is strongly recommended. Limit to 25. Preference to students accepted into the FUSars program, followed by students UROPing on any nuclear-related project.
Staff
No textbook information available
22.003 NEET Seminar: Renewable Energy Machines
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Prereq: Permission of instructor
Units: 1-0-2 [P/D/F]
Lecture: T EVE (7 PM) (3-001)
Seminar for students enrolled in the Renewable Energy Machines NEET thread. Focuses on topics around renewable energy via guest lectures and research discussions.
E. Melenbrink
No textbook information available
22.01 Introduction to Nuclear Engineering and Ionizing Radiation
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Prereq: None
Units: 3-1-8
Lab: F3 (24-121) Recitation: MWF2 (24-121)
Provides an introduction to fundamental concepts in nuclear science and its engineering applications. Describes basic nuclear structure, radioactivity, nuclear reactions, and kinematics. Covers the interaction of ionizing radiation with matter, emphasizing radiation detection, shielding, and radiation effects on human health and materials. Presents energy systems based on fission and fusion nuclear reactions, as well as industrial and medical applications of nuclear science.
E. Jossou
Textbooks (Fall 2024)
22.011 Nuclear Engineering: Science, Systems, and Society
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Prereq: None
Units: 1-0-2 [P/D/F]
Discusses the field of nuclear science and engineering, including technologies essential to combating climate change and ensuring human health and well-being. Introduces and provides beginner-level experience with programming, radiation, detection, nuclear physics, and nuclear engineering. Students work on projects such as building radiation-sensing robots to navigate a maze of radioactive sources using autonomous navigation via machine learning. No previous experience with electronics, building robots, programming, or nuclear science required. Subject can count toward the 6-unit discovery-focused credit limit for first-year students. Limited to 20. Preference to first-year undergraduates.
Staff
22.015 Radiation and Life: Applications of Radiation Sources in Medicine, Research, and Industry
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Prereq: None
Units: 3-0-0 [P/D/F]
Introduces students to the basics of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation; radiation safety and protection; and an overview of the variety of health physics applications, especially as it pertains to the medical field and to radioactive materials research in academia. Presents basic physics of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, known effects of the human body, and the techniques to measure those effects. Common radiation-based medical imaging techniques and therapies discussed. Projects, demonstrations, and experiments introduce students to standard techniques and practices in typical medical and MIT research lab environments where radiation is used. Subject can count toward the 6-unit discovery-focused credit limit for first-year students. Limited to 10. Preference to first-year students.
Staff
22.016 Seminar in Fusion and Plasma Physics
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Prereq: None
Units: 1-0-0 [P/D/F]
Lecture: W3 (24-112)
Discusses the challenges and opportunities on the path to fusion energy through a range of plasma and fusion energy topics, including discussion of the global energy picture, basic plasma physics, the physics of fusion, fusion reactors, tokamaks, and inertial confinement facilities. Covers why nuclear science, computer science, and materials are so important for fusion, and how students can take next steps to study fusion while at MIT. Includes tours of laboratories at the Plasma Science and Fusion Center. Subject can count toward the 6-unit discovery-focused credit limit for first-year students. Limited to 20. Preference to first years and sophomores majoring in Course 22.
E. Peterson
No textbook information available
22.017 Nuclear in the News
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Not offered regularly; consult department
Prereq: None
Units: 1-0-1 [P/D/F]
Covers the state of nuclear energy and technologies in popular media and current events. Topics include: modern-day Chernobyl, advances in fission reactor building, and the corporate use of fusion devices. Discussions guided by student interest and questions. Includes presentations by expert faculty in nuclear science and engineering. Subject can count toward the 6-unit discovery-focused credit limit for first-year students.
Staff
22.02 Introduction to Applied Nuclear Physics
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Prereq: None
Units: 5-0-7
Covers basic concepts of nuclear physics with emphasis on nuclear structure and interactions of radiation with matter. Topics include elementary quantum theory; nuclear forces; shell structure of the nucleus; alpha, beta and gamma radioactive decays; interactions of nuclear radiations (charged particles, gammas, and neutrons) with matter; nuclear reactions; fission and fusion.
Staff
22.022 Quantum Technology and Devices
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(Subject meets with 8.751[J], 22.51[J])
Prereq: 8.04, 22.02, or permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-9
Examines the unique features of quantum theory to generate technologies with capabilities beyond any classical device. Introduces fundamental concepts in applied quantum mechanics, tools and applications of quantum technology, with a focus on quantum information processing beyond quantum computation. Includes discussion of quantum devices and experimental platforms drawn from active research in academia and industry. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
Staff
22.03[J] Introduction to Design Thinking and Rapid Prototyping
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(Same subject as 3.0061[J])
Prereq: None
Units: 2-2-2
Lecture: M3-5 (N52-342B) Lab: W3-5 (N52-342B)
Focuses on design thinking, an iterative process that uses divergent and convergent thinking to approach design problems and prototype and test solutions. Includes experiences in creativity, problem scoping, and rapid prototyping skills. Skills are built over the course of the semester through design exercises and projects. Enrollment limited; preference to Course 22 & Course 3 majors and minors, and NEET students.
E. Melenbrink
No textbook information available
22.033 Nuclear Systems Design Project
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(Subject meets with 22.33)
Prereq: None
Units: 3-0-12
Lecture: TR11-12.30 (24-115)
Group design project involving integration of nuclear physics, particle transport, control, heat transfer, safety, instrumentation, materials, environmental impact, and economic optimization. Provides opportunity to synthesize knowledge acquired in nuclear and non-nuclear subjects and apply this knowledge to practical problems of current interest in nuclear applications design. Past projects have included using a fusion reactor for transmutation of nuclear waste, design and implementation of an experiment to predict and measure pebble flow in a pebble bed reactor, and development of a mission plan for a manned Mars mission including the conceptual design of a nuclear powered space propulsion system and power plant for the Mars surface, a lunar/Martian nuclear power station and the use of nuclear plants to extract oil from tar sands. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
Z. Hartwig
No textbook information available
22.039 Integration of Reactor Design, Operations, and Safety
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(Subject meets with 22.39)
Prereq: 22.05 and 22.06
Units: 3-2-7
Lecture: TR9.30-11 (24-115) Lab: TBA
Covers the integration of reactor physics and engineering sciences into nuclear power plant design, focusing on designs projected to be used in the first half of this century. Topics include materials issues in plant design and operations, aspects of thermal design, fuel depletion and fission-product poisoning, and temperature effects on reactivity. Addresses safety considerations in regulations and operations, such as the evolution of the regulatory process, the concept of defense in depth, general design criteria, accident analysis, probabilistic risk assessment, and risk-informed regulations. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
K. Shirvan
No textbook information available
22.04[J] Social Problems of Nuclear Energy
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(Same subject as STS.084[J])
Prereq: None
Units: 3-0-9
Lecture: MW11-12.30 (24-115)
Surveys the major social challenges for nuclear energy. Topics include the ability of nuclear power to help mitigate climate change; challenges associated with ensuring nuclear safety; the effects of nuclear accidents; the management of nuclear waste; the linkages between nuclear power and nuclear weapons, the consequences of nuclear war; and political challenges to the safe and economic regulation of the nuclear industry. Weekly readings presented from both sides of the debate, followed by in-class discussions. Instruction and practice in oral and written communication provided. Limited to 18.
R. Kemp
No textbook information available
22.05 Neutron Science and Reactor Physics
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Prereq: 18.03, 22.01, and (1.000, 2.086, 6.100B, or 12.010)
Units: 5-0-7
Lecture: TR9.30-11 (24-121) Recitation: F9-11 (24-121) +final
Introduces fundamental properties of the neutron. Covers reactions induced by neutrons, nuclear fission, slowing down of neutrons in infinite media, diffusion theory, the few-group approximation, point kinetics, and fission-product poisoning. Emphasizes the nuclear physics bases of reactor design and its relationship to reactor engineering problems.
B. Ganapol
No textbook information available
22.051 Systems Analysis of the Nuclear Fuel Cycle
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(Subject meets with 22.251)
Prereq: 22.05
Units: 3-2-7
Studies the relationship between technical and policy elements of the nuclear fuel cycle. Topics include uranium supply, enrichment, fuel fabrication, in-core reactivity and fuel management of uranium and other fuel types, used fuel reprocessing, and waste disposal. Presents principles of fuel cycle economics and the applied reactor physics of both contemporary and proposed thermal and fast reactors. Examines nonproliferation aspects, disposal of excess weapons plutonium, and transmutation of long lived radioisotopes in spent fuel. Several state-of-the-art computer programs relevant to reactor core physics and heat transfer are provided for student use in problem sets and term papers. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
Staff
22.052 Quantum Theory of Materials Characterization
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(Subject meets with 22.52)
Prereq: 8.231 or 22.02
Units: 3-0-9
Lecture: MW10-11.30 (24-307)
Holistic theoretical foundation of characterization techniques with photons, electrons, and neutron probes in various spaces. Techniques for assessing real space, reciprocal space, energy space, and time space utilizing microscopy, diffraction, spectroscopy, and time-domain methods. Elucidation of microscopic interaction mechanisms of materials. Practical assessment of what each characterization measures, methods for linking experimental features to microscopic materials information, state of the art methods for combining information, and machine learning aids. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
M. Li
No textbook information available
22.054[J] Materials Performance in Extreme Environments
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Not offered regularly; consult department
(Same subject as 3.154[J])
Prereq: 3.013 and 3.044
Units: 3-2-7
Studies the behavior of materials in extreme environments typical of those in which advanced energy systems (including fossil, nuclear, solar, fuel cells, and battery) operate. Takes both a science and engineering approach to understanding how current materials interact with their environment under extreme conditions. Explores the role of modeling and simulation in understanding material behavior and the design of new materials. Focuses on energy and transportation related systems.
Staff
22.055 Radiation Biophysics
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(Subject meets with 22.55[J], HST.560[J])
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-9
Provides a background in sources of radiation with an emphasis on terrestrial and space environments and on industrial production. Discusses experimental approaches to evaluating biological effects resulting from irradiation regimes differing in radiation type, dose and dose-rate. Effects at the molecular, cellular, organism, and population level are examined. Literature is reviewed identifying gaps in our understanding of the health effects of radiation, and responses of regulatory bodies to these gaps is discussed. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
Staff
22.06 Engineering of Nuclear Systems
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Prereq: 2.005
Units: 4-0-8
Using the basic principles of reactor physics, thermodynamics, fluid flow and heat transfer, students examine the engineering design of nuclear power plants. Emphasizes light-water reactor technology, thermal limits in nuclear fuels, thermal-hydraulic behavior of the coolant, nuclear safety and dynamic response of nuclear power plants.
Staff
22.061 Fusion Energy
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Prereq: 22.01 or permission of instructor
Units: 4-1-7
Surveys the fundamental science and engineering required to generate energy from controlled nuclear fusion. Topics include nuclear physics governing fusion fuel choice and fusion reactivity, physical conditions required to achieve net fusion energy, plasma physics of magnetic confinement, overview of fusion energy concepts, material challenges in fusion systems, superconducting magnet engineering, and fusion power conversion to electricity. Includes in-depth visits at the MIT Plasma Science and Fusion Center and active learning laboratories to reinforce lecture topics.
Staff
22.071 Analog Electronics and Analog Instrumentation Design
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Prereq: 18.03
Units: 3-3-6
Presents the basics of analog electronics, covering everything from basic resistors to non-linear devices such as diodes and transistors. Students build amplifiers with op amps and study the behavior of first- and second-order oscillating circuits. Lectures followed by short laboratory exercises reinforce theoretical knowledge with experiments. Includes project in second half of the term in which students design radiation instruments of their choice (e.g. Geiger radiation counters, or other types of sensors and instruments). Teaches use of Arduino microcontrollers as simple data acquisition systems, allowing for real-time data processing and display. Culminates in student presentations of their designs in an open forum. Limited to 20.
Staff
22.072 Corrosion: The Environmental Degradation of Materials
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Not offered regularly; consult department
(Subject meets with 22.72)
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-9
Applies thermodynamics and kinetics of electrode reactions to aqueous corrosion of metals and alloys. Application of advanced computational and modeling techniques to evaluation of materials selection and susceptibility of metal/alloy systems to environmental degradation in aqueous systems. Discusses materials degradation problems in marine environments, oil and gas production, and energy conversion and generation systems, including fossil and nuclear. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
Staff
22.074 Radiation Damage and Effects in Nuclear Materials
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(Subject meets with 3.31[J], 22.74[J])
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-9
Studies the origins and effects of radiation damage in structural materials for nuclear applications. Radiation damage topics include formation of point defects, defect diffusion, defect reaction kinetics and accumulation, and differences in defect microstructures due to the type of radiation (ion, proton, neutron). Radiation effects topics include detrimental changes to mechanical properties, phase stability, corrosion properties, and differences in fission and fusion systems. Term project required. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
Staff
22.078[J] Nuclear Energy and the Environment: Waste, Effluents, and Accidents
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(Same subject as 1.098[J])
(Subject meets with 1.878[J], 22.78[J])
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-9
Lecture: MW1-2.30 (24-115)
Introduces the essential knowledge for understanding nuclear waste management. Includes material flow sheets for nuclear fuel cycle, waste characteristics, sources of radioactive wastes, compositions, radioactivity and heat generation, chemical processing technologies, geochemistry, waste disposal technologies, environmental regulations and the safety assessment of waste disposal. Covers different types of wastes: uranium mining waste, low-level radioactive waste, high-level radioactive waste and fusion waste. Provides the quantitative methods to compare the environmental impact of different nuclear and other energy-associated waste. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
H. Wainwright
No textbook information available
22.081[J] Introduction to Sustainable Energy
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(Same subject as 2.650[J], 10.291[J])
(Subject meets with 1.818[J], 2.65[J], 10.391[J], 11.371[J], 22.811[J])
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Units: 3-1-8
Assessment of current and potential future energy systems. Covers resources, extraction, conversion, and end-use technologies, with emphasis on meeting 21st-century regional and global energy needs in a sustainable manner. Examines various renewable and conventional energy production technologies, energy end-use practices and alternatives, and consumption practices in different countries. Investigates their attributes within a quantitative analytical framework for evaluation of energy technology system proposals. Emphasizes analysis of energy propositions within an engineering, economic and social context. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. Limited to juniors and seniors.
Staff
22.09 Principles of Nuclear Radiation Measurement and Protection
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(Subject meets with 22.90)
Prereq: 22.01
Units: 1-5-9
Lecture: T1 (NW12-222) Lab: T2-4,R1-4 (NW14-1310)
Combines lectures, demonstrations, and experiments. Review of radiation protection procedures and regulations; theory and use of alpha, beta, gamma, and neutron detectors; applications in imaging and dosimetry; gamma-ray spectroscopy; design and operation of automated data acquisition experiments using virtual instruments. Meets with graduate subject 22.90, but homework assignments and examinations differ. Instruction and practice in written communication provided.
A. Danagoulian
No textbook information available
22.091, 22.093 Independent Project in Nuclear Science and Engineering
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Prereq: Permission of instructor
Units arranged
22.091: TBA.
22.093: TBA.
For undergraduates who wish to conduct a one-term project of theoretical or experimental nature in the field of nuclear engineering, in close cooperation with individual staff members. Topics and hours arranged to fit students' requirements. Projects require prior approval by the Course 22 Undergraduate Office. 22.093 is graded P/D/F.
Fall: Contact NSE Academic Office
IAP: Contact NSE Academic Office
Spring: Contact NSE Academic Office
Summer: Contact NSE Academic Office
22.091: No required or recommended textbooks (Summer 2024); No textbook information available (Fall 2024)
22.093: No required or recommended textbooks (Summer 2024); No textbook information available (Fall 2024)
22.099 Topics in Nuclear Science and Engineering
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Prereq: None
Units arranged
TBA.
Provides credit for work on material in nuclear science and engineering outside of regularly scheduled subjects. Intended for study abroad with a student exchange program or an approved one-term or one-year study abroad program. Credit may be used to satisfy specific SB degree requirements. Requires prior approval. Consult department.
B. Baker
No textbook information available
22.S092-22.S094 Special Subject in Nuclear Science and Engineering
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Prereq: None
Units arranged
22.S092: Ends Oct 18. Lecture: F3-5 (24-115)
Seminar or lecture on a topic in nuclear science and engineering that is not covered in the regular curriculum.
Staff
22.S092: No textbook information available
22.S095 Special Subject in Nuclear Science and Engineering
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Prereq: None
Units arranged [P/D/F]
Seminar or lecture on a topic in nuclear science and engineering that is not covered in the regular curriculum.
Staff
22.S097 Special Subject in Nuclear Science and Engineering
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Not offered regularly; consult department
Prereq: None
Units arranged [P/D/F]
Seminar or lecture on a topic in nuclear science and engineering that is not covered in the regular curriculum.
Staff
22.C01 Modeling with Machine Learning: Nuclear Science and Engineering Applications
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(Subject meets with 22.C51)
Prereq: Calculus II (GIR) and 6.100A; Coreq: 6.C01
Units: 2-0-4
Credit cannot also be received for 1.C01, 1.C51, 2.C01, 2.C51, 3.C01, 3.C51, 7.C01, 7.C51, 10.C01, 10.C51, 20.C01, 20.C51, 22.C51, SCM.C51
Building on core material in 6.C01, focuses on applying various machine learning techniques to a broad range of topics which are of core value in modern nuclear science and engineering. Relevant topics include machine learning on fusion and plasma diagnosis, reactor physics and nuclear fission, nuclear materials properties, quantum engineering and nuclear materials, and nuclear security. Special components center on the additional machine learning architectures that are most relevant to a certain field, the implementation, and picking up the right problems to solve using a machine learning approach. Final project dedicated to the field-specific applications. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. Students cannot receive credit without simultaneous completion of the core subject 6.C01.
Staff
22.C25[J] Real World Computation with Julia
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(Same subject as 1.C25[J], 6.C25[J], 12.C25[J], 16.C25[J], 18.C25[J])
Prereq: 6.100A, 18.03, and 18.06
Units: 3-0-9
Lecture: MW1-2.30 (4-149)
Focuses on algorithms and techniques for writing and using modern technical software in a job, lab, or research group environment that may consist of interdisciplinary teams, where performance may be critical, and where the software needs to be flexible and adaptable. Topics include automatic differentiation, matrix calculus, scientific machine learning, parallel and GPU computing, and performance optimization with introductory applications to climate science, economics, agent-based modeling, and other areas. Labs and projects focus on performant, readable, composable algorithms, and software. Programming will be in Julia. Expects students to have some familiarity with Python, Matlab, or R. No Julia experience necessary.
A. Edelman, R. Ferrari, B. Forget, C. Leiseron,Y. Marzouk, J. Williams
No textbook information available
22.C51 Modeling with Machine Learning: Nuclear Science and Engineering Applications
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(Subject meets with 22.C01)
Prereq: Calculus II (GIR) and 6.100A; Coreq: 6.C51
Units: 2-0-4
Credit cannot also be received for 1.C01, 1.C51, 2.C01, 2.C51, 3.C01, 3.C51, 7.C01, 7.C51, 10.C01, 10.C51, 20.C01, 20.C51, 22.C01, SCM.C51
Building on core material in 6.C51, focuses on applying various machine learning techniques to a broad range of topics which are of core value in modern nuclear science and engineering. Relevant topics include machine learning on fusion and plasma diagnosis, reactor physics and nuclear fission, nuclear materials properties, quantum engineering and nuclear materials, and nuclear security. Special components center on the additional machine learning architectures that are most relevant to a certain field, the implementation, and picking up the right problems to solve using a machine learning approach. Final project dedicated to the field-specific applications. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. Students cannot receive credit without simultaneous completion of the core subject 6.C51.
Staff
22.EPE UPOP Engineering Practice Experience
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Engineering School-Wide Elective Subject.
(Offered under: 1.EPE, 2.EPE, 3.EPE, 6.EPE, 8.EPE, 10.EPE, 15.EPE, 16.EPE, 20.EPE, 22.EPE)
Prereq: None
Units: 0-0-1 [P/D/F]
Lab: M11 (3-333) or M1 (3-442) or W11 (3-333) or W1 (3-133) or F11 (3-333) or F1 (37-212)
Provides students with skills to prepare for and excel in the world of industry. Emphasizes practical application of career theory and professional development concepts. Introduces students to relevant and timely resources for career development, provides students with tools to embark on a successful internship search, and offers networking opportunities with employers and MIT alumni. Students work in groups, led by industry mentors, to improve their resumes and cover letters, interviewing skills, networking abilities, project management, and ability to give and receive feedback. Objective is for students to be able to adapt and contribute effectively to their future employment organizations. A total of two units of credit is awarded for completion of the fall and subsequent spring term offerings. Application required; consult UPOP website for more information.
Fall: D. Fordell, C. Greaney
Spring: D. Fordell, C. Greaney
No textbook information available
22.EPW UPOP Engineering Practice Workshop
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Engineering School-Wide Elective Subject.
(Offered under: 1.EPW, 2.EPW, 3.EPW, 6.EPW, 10.EPW, 16.EPW, 20.EPW, 22.EPW)
Prereq: 2.EPE
Units: 1-0-0 [P/D/F]
TBA.
Provides sophomores across all majors with opportunities to develop and practice communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills to become successful professionals in the workplace, particularly in preparation for their summer industry internship. This immersive, multi-day Team Training Workshop (TTW) is comprised of experiential learning modules focused on expanding skills in areas that employers report being most valuable in the workplace. Modules are led by MIT faculty with the help of MIT alumni and other senior industry professionals. Skills applied through creative simulations, team problem-solving challenges, oral presentations, and networking sessions with prospective employers. Enrollment limited to those in the UPOP program.
Fall: C. Greaney
IAP: C. Greaney
Spring: C. Greaney
No textbook information available
22.THT Undergraduate Thesis Tutorial
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Prereq: None
Units: 1-0-2 [P/D/F]
Lecture: F1 (24-307)
A series of lectures on prospectus and thesis writing. Students select a thesis topic and a thesis advisor who reviews and approves the prospectus for thesis work in the spring term.
P. Cappellaro
No required or recommended textbooks
22.THU Undergraduate Thesis
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Prereq: 22.THT
Units arranged
TBA.
Program of research, leading to the writing of an SB thesis, to be arranged by the student and appropriate MIT faculty member. See department undergraduate headquarters.
J. Buongiorno
Textbooks arranged individually
22.UAR[J] Climate and Sustainability Undergraduate Advanced Research
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(Same subject as 1.UAR[J], 3.UAR[J], 5.UAR[J], 11.UAR[J], 12.UAR[J], 15.UAR[J])
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Units: 2-0-4
Lecture: MW4 (4-145)
Provides instruction in effective research, experiential projects, internships, and externships, including choosing and refining problems, surveying previous work and publications, industry best practices, design for robustness, technical presentation, authorship and collaboration, and ethics. Supporting content includes background and context pertaining to climate change and sustainability, as well as tools for sustainable design. Focus for project work includes research topics relevant to the MIT Climate & Sustainability Consortium (MCSC). Students engage in extensive written and oral communication exercises, in the context of an approved advanced research project. A total of 12 units of credit is awarded for completion of the spring and subsequent fall term offerings. Application required; consult MCSC website for more information.
Fall: E. Olivetti, J. Grossman
Spring: E. Olivetti, J. Grossman
No textbook information available
22.UR Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program
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Prereq: None
Units arranged [P/D/F]
TBA.
The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program is an excellent way for undergraduate students to become familiar with the Department of Nuclear Engineering. Student research as a UROP project has been conducted in areas of fission reactor studies, utilization of fusion devices, applied radiation research, and biomedical applications. Projects include the study of engineering aspects for both fusion and fission energy sources.
B. Baker
No required or recommended textbooks (Summer 2024); Textbooks arranged individually (Fall 2024)
22.URG Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program
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Prereq: None
Units arranged
TBA.
The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program is an excellent way for undergraduate students to become familiar with the department of Nuclear Science and Engineering. Student research as a UROP project has been conducted in areas of fission reactor studies, utilization of fusion devices, applied radiation physics research, and biomedical applications. Projects include the study of engineering aspects for fusion and fission energy sources, and utilization of radiations.
B. Baker
No required or recommended textbooks (Summer 2024); Textbooks arranged individually (Fall 2024)
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