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2014-2015 University Catalog 
    
2014-2015 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PHYS 31700 - Special Nuclear Materials


Credit Hours: 3.00. This Great Issues course addresses the impact of science and technology of the special nuclear materials (so designated by congress as they could be used to make nuclear weapons as well as to produce low-cost electric power) on society and the ethical issues that arise. The course is designed to be a dynamic, interactive learning experience, and topics covered range from the technical issues involved in searching, transporting, and safely utilizing these materials to social and economic impact of these activities, and to the ethical and philosophical issues presented by the flow of modernity. Typically offered Fall Spring.