Understanding Nuclear Energy
Join the course to study the science behind nuclear energy and its unique characteristics. It is an offering of the Delft University of Technology.
Intermediate
Online
6 WeeksQuick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Understanding Nuclear Energy online course provides extensive knowledge of nuclear science and technology. The course will cover topics like nuclear reactions, nuclear energy economics, radiation, nuclear reactors, radioactivity, etc. You will get to know the underlying physics concepts of nuclear science.
With the help of the Understanding Nuclear Energy course, you will understand nuclear energy from a wider perspective. From the elemental reactions happening on an atomic scale to the operation of a full-fledged nuclear power plant, the course covers it all. It also acquaints you on key issues like nuclear energy costs and sustainable nuclear energy methods.
The Understanding Nuclear Energy training also familiarises you with the life cycle of nuclear fuel and nuclear fission. The course touches on the safe operation of reactors to prevent any harm to the environment and the public. It will also consider the future of nuclear energy and its effects on the economic system and society. The candidates can enrol in the programme in two modes, namely, verified and audit modes. In the audit modes, the learners can access the programme for a limited duration.
The Highlights
- Six weeks course
- Engineering subject
- Intermediate-level programme
- Self-paced course
- Requires four to six weekly study hours
- Video lectures in English
- An offering of Delft University of Technology, Netherlands
- Self-directed learning
Programme Offerings
- digital learning
- Free programme access
- video lectures
- Paid certification
- English video transcripts
- Self-paced learning
- An offering of DelftX
- A shareable certificate
- Expert instructors
- Six weeks of training
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| USD 169 | yes | TU Delft |
Introduction to Functional Programming fee structure :
Course option | Amount |
Understanding Nuclear Energy (Audit only) | Nil |
Understanding Nuclear Energy (With certificate) | $ 169 |
Eligibility Criteria
As the Understanding Nuclear Energy is an intermediate-level programme, you should have decent proficiency in university-level physics and mathematics.
What you will learn
By the end of the Understanding Nuclear Energy certification course, you will gain knowledge of:
- Nuclear reactors’ operating principles
- Dissimilarities between future and current nuclear reactors
- Foundational knowledge of nuclear energy and nuclear science
- Phases in the nuclear fuel cycle
- Benefits and disadvantages of nuclear energy
Admission Details
Join the Understanding Nuclear Energy training by edX with the help of these easy-to-follow steps given below:
Step 1 – Tap on this link - https://www.edx.org/learn/nuclear-energy/delft-university-of-technology-understanding-nuclear-energy on the Understanding Nuclear Energy course's official webpage at edX’s website.
Step 2 – Locate and hit the “Enroll” button near the top of this webpage. It will take you to the registration page.
Step 3 – Create an edX account by entering and submitting your details. Or, you can log in by linking an existing Facebook, Google, Microsoft, or Apple account.
Step 4 – You will now be redirected to the dashboard page displaying a “Congratulations” message. You must now be enrolled in the Understanding Nuclear Energy online course.
Application Details
There is no provision to fill any application form to enroll in the Understanding Nuclear Energy programme. Just log on to edX and register for an account to gain free access to the course. You can use your email ID or Apple/ Microsoft/ Facebook/ Google account details for the same.
The Syllabus
Instructors
TU Delft Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The Delft University of Technology (also known as TUDelft), Netherlands accredits this course.
There are four instructors for this programme - Rudy Konings of the Institute for Transuranium Elements, Jan-Leen Kloosterman of TUDelft, Stefaan Pomme of the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission, and Victor Hugo Sanchez Espinoza of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology.
The Understanding Nuclear Energy certification serves as a trusted credential to add to your CV. It will boost your job prospects. It will also support edX as a non-profit organisation to help make these types of courses available for free.
Yes, you need to have studied mathematics and physics at the university level.