Sep 05, 2026  
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
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NE 340 - Materials Science and Engineering Mechanics for Nuclear Materials

3 Credit Hours
Introduction to the materials science and engineering mechanics principles relevant for understanding the behavior of fuels and materials used in nuclear reactors. Topics include atomic bonding and crystal structure of materials, thermodynamics principles, including the interpretation of phase diagrams, diffusion mechanisms, atomic and extended defects in materials, elastic strains and stresses, and mechanical properties including plastic deformation and analysis of stress loading of components. In each topical area, the relevance to nuclear power applications will be emphasized.

(DE) Prerequisite(s): ME 202;  and ME 331  or PHYS 321 
 



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