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Nuclear Power Generation (Graduate Certificate)

Nuclear Power Generation (Graduate Certificate)

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Cert, Electrical, Nuclear engineering, Nuclear power, engineering

Program description
Degree awarded: Certificate  Nuclear Power Generation (certificate)

The nuclear power generation graduate certificate program is a transdisciplinary professional option within the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.

Students typically begin with the study of nuclear science and engineering fundamentals. Subsequent core courses focus on nuclear power plant dynamics and diagnostics, nuclear power plant operations and safety, and nuclear reactor theory and design.

Elective courses allow students to tailor their remaining studies toward facilitating their career goals and to focus on studies tied to their academic interests. Example elective courses include nuclear power engineering, health physics and electrical power plants.

At a glance
Degree requirements

15 credit hours

Required Core (9 credit hours)
EEE 562 Nuclear Reactor Theory and Design (3)
EEE 563 Nuclear Reactor System Dynamics and Diagnostics (3)
EEE 564 Interdisciplinary Nuclear Power Operations (3)

Electives (6 credit hours)

Admission requirements

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.

Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's degree in an engineering or science discipline, such as physics, chemistry and mathematics, from a regionally accredited institution.

Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.

Applicants are required to submit:

  1. graduate admission application and application fee
  2. official transcripts
  3. statement of career and educational goals
  4. proof of English proficiency

Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.

Transcripts should be submitted for all undergraduate and graduate coursework taken.

Tuition information
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ASU Online

ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.

Program learning outcomes

Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:

  • Master the key concepts in the nuclear engineering field at an advanced level.
  • Master the key concepts in the power engineering field at an advanced level.
Global opportunities
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The PLuS Alliance partnership combines the strengths of three leading research universities from three continents --- Arizona State University, King's College London and UNSW Sydney --- to create and share knowledge that will solve pressing educational and societal challenges.

Students have the opportunity to collaborate with peers and specialists across the globe through PLuS-partner courses offered online. Through this PLuS Alliance collaboration certificate program, students develop transferable global competencies and gain exposure to international teaching and academic content. https://www.plusalliance.org/global-learning-network-programmes

Career opportunities

The program prepares students and professionals from a variety of engineering and scientific disciplines to work effectively in the nuclear energy industry. Career options include positions in nuclear power plants, government regulatory agencies and national laboratories.

Contact information
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Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

3 year programs

These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
What are concurrent programs?
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
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What is WRGP (Western Regional Graduate Program)?
The Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) provides a reduced tuition rate to non-resident graduate students who qualify. Visit the WRGP/WICHE webpage for more information: https://graduate.asu.edu/wiche.

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