Nuclear Engineering Fundamentals

Nuclear Engineering Fundamentals: A Practical Perspective, 1st Edition, is an introductory textbook presenting the essential scientific principles and operational engineering practices of nuclear energy production.

The volume examines foundational physical phenomena, including radioactivity, nuclear cross sections, the nuclear chain reaction, and radiation transport. Major engineering topics encompass nuclear reactor design, thermal-hydraulics, reactor operation, reactor safety, containment systems, fuel cycles, and radiation protection.

Structured to support curricula spanning one, two, or three semesters, the text serves undergraduate students, introductory graduate students without a nuclear engineering background, and practitioners preparing for the Professional Engineer's Exam in Nuclear Engineering.