Nuclear Energy Technology

Associate in Applied Science

Nuclear power is a clean energy that plays a major role in the US and accounts for about 20% of total electricity generated.  If you have a strong interest in clean energy alternatives, electricity or nuclear technologies, this is the program for you! Our program provides students with a solid foundation in basic scientific principles, mathematics, theory, and the materials and equipment necessary to work in the nuclear technology field. A strong emphasis is placed on nuclear safety and procedures.

Students who successfully complete the program may pursue entry-level careers as Nuclear Technicians or Nuclear Operators. Although the program is not designed for transfer, some credits may be transferrable to a 4-year institution for advanced studies.

    Students who complete the Nuclear Energy Technology, Associate of Applied Sciences may find employment in occupations such as:

    • Nuclear Equipment Operation Technicians
    • Nuclear Monitoring Technicians
    • Nuclear Power Reactor Operators
    • Power Distributors and Dispatchers
    • Power Plant Operators
    FIRST SEMESTER
    COURSE CODE COURSE NAME CREDITS FEES TUITION TOTAL
    CSC115 Computer Applications 3 $0.00 $615.00 $615.00
    ENG101 English Composition I 3 $0.00 $615.00 $615.00
    NET111 Mathematics for Energy Technicians 4 $55.00 $820.00 $875.00
    NET115 Mechanical Sciences 3 $55.00 $615.00 $670.00
    HUM/SOC-ELEC Humanities/Social Science Elective 3 $0.00 $615.00 $615.00
    Subtotal: $3,390*
    * - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied.

     

    SECOND SEMESTER
    COURSE CODE COURSE NAME CREDITS FEES TUITION TOTAL
    ENG122 Business and Occupational Writing 3 $0.00 $615.00 $615.00
    MAT137 College Algebra 3 $0.00 $615.00 $615.00
    NET130 Applied Physics and Chemistry 4 $55.00 $820.00 $875.00
    NET131 Nuclear Industry Fundamental Concepts 3 $55.00 $615.00 $670.00
    NET133 Electrical Science 4 $55.00 $820.00 $875.00
    Subtotal: $3,650.00*
    * - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied.

     

    THIRD SEMESTER
    COURSE CODE COURSE NAME CREDITS FEES TUITION TOTAL
    NET211 Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow 3 $55.00 $615.00 $670.00
    NET213 Instrumentation and Control I 3 $55.00 $615.00 $670.00
    NET251 Maintenance Electrical Technicians 3 $55.00 $615.00 $670.00
    NET261 Nuclear Plant Systems and Components - PWR 3 $55.00 $615.00 $670.00
    PHY101 Physics I 4 $144.00 $820.00 $964.00
    Subtotal: $3,644.00*
    * - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied.

     

    FOURTH SEMESTER
    COURSE CODE COURSE NAME CREDITS FEES TUITION TOTAL
    ENG202 Introduction to Speech Communication 3 $0.00 $615.00 $615.00
    NET221 Nuclear Science 3 $55.00 $615.00 $670.00
    NET223 Reactor Plant Protection and Safety 4 $55.00 $820.00 $875.00
    NET225 Instrumentation and Control II 4 $199.00 $820.00 $1019.00
    NET263 Nuclear Plant Systems and Components - BWR 3 $55.00 $615.00 $670.00
    Subtotal: $3,849.00*
    * - Subtotal is cost before any anticipated financial aid is applied.

     

    Total Program Cost: $14,533.00*

    * - Tuition is based on the current in-county rate.
    ** - Elective tuition and fees may vary depending upon actual course selection.