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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The Nuclear Energy: Science, Systems, and Society course is an introductory program in the basic physics of radiation and nuclear energy. It emphasizes the attributes and challenges of nuclear energy as a low-carbon energy source. Candidates will get a chance to explore various peaceful applications of radiation such as security initiatives, nuclear medicine, material science research, and quantum technology.
The Nuclear Energy online course by edX will explore both fusion and fission energy. It will establish the economic, scientific, and engineering basis of a fission reactor and provide details about nuclear reactor technology. Moreover, candidates can explore the MIT Nuclear reactor on a virtual tour.
The Nuclear Energy: Science, Systems, and Society program is a collaboration between MIT and edX. It has an expert panel of educators from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Besides, candidates need to spend eleven weeks studying the course material. It also has an optional hands-on experiment section along with lectures and transcripts to make the self-paced style of learning easier for candidates.
The Highlights
- Certification course
- An introductory course in Science
- Collaboration with MIT
- Online course
- 14 weeks of learning
- Weekly study time of eight to ten hours
- Short-term course
- Hands-on section using guided exercises
- Self-paced learning
- Virtual tour of the MIT Reactor
- Videos with English transcripts
Programme Offerings
- Introductory course in Science
- Virtual tour of MIT Reactor
- 11 weeks of learning
- Online Course
- Videos with English transcripts
- Short-term course
- Weekly study time of eight to ten hours
- Certification course
- Collaboration with MIT
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | MIT Cambridge |
Eligibility Criteria
To understand the Nuclear Energy certification program, candidates should have a high school level understanding of calculus.
What you will learn
Completing the Nuclear Energy: Science, Systems and Society program is highly recommended as candidates will learn about various topics like:
- Common and uncommon sources of radiation and need for concern
- Role of nuclear energy in solving climate change problems
- Cost competitiveness of nuclear energy
- The nuclear power plant in your backyard
- Basics behind fusion energy and viability of proposed paths in the development of fusion reactors
- Existence of radiation around you
- Challenges and opportunities in quantum computation and quantum technology
Admission Details
Step 1. To apply for the Nuclear Energy online course, candidates need to go to the edX website: https://www.edx.org/learn/nuclear-energy/massachusetts-institute-of-technology-nuclear-energy-science-systems-and-society
Step 2. Create a user profile by clicking on “Enroll Now.” This profile can be created using an email address or by registering using their Apple, Google, Facebook, or Microsoft account.
Step 3. If they are already registered, candidates will be redirected to a page where they need to confirm whether they want to qualify for the certificate. If they do not want it, they can join the Nuclear Energy: Science, Systems and Society Training directly.
Step 4. If candidates want a certificate, they will be connected to a page where they need to pay the fee. Once the payment has been processed and received, they can join the course.
Application Details
The registration form for the Nuclear Energy certification program on the edX website works as the application form. Candidates can register using their email address or use their Facebook, Apple, Google, or Microsoft account to create a profile. Once the registration is complete, candidates can start the Nuclear Energy: Science, Systems, and Society Training.
The Syllabus
- Introduces the basics of ionizing radiation - what it is, where it comes from, and how it is used to benefit humanity. We specifically focus on the origins and energetics of ionizing radiation, and quantify what radiation dose is, where it comes from, and how much people can safely tolerate with no adverse effects.
- Will articulate attributes and challenges of nuclear energy as a commercial source of electric power. Will focus on potential contribution of nuclear energy to decarbonization of the power sector, including discussion of nuclear power plant economics and safety. A few innovations in nuclear energy systems will be described.
- Will cover the basics of nuclear fusion, including fundamental plasma physics concepts needed to understand the prospects for development of magnetic confinement fusion. Innovation and future directions will be described.
- Will cover applications of nuclear science and engineering beyond energy, focusing on the emerging field of quantum science and engineering, where atomic and nuclear science are playing an important role. Innovations, challenges and opportunities in quantum computation and quantum sensing will be described.