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Nuclear EngineerBy: Landon Beaty

bls.govWhat type of college degree it takes to become a nuclear engineer.A bachelors degree in nuclear engineering or a related subject.A masters degree or PhD is often required for senior and advanced research positions.Register as a professional Engineer (PE).

efg-bnusfoodreserves.blogspot.comWhat type of courses in high school should you take to prepare for this career?High school students interested in pursuing this career should take courses in algebra, geometry, calculus, chemistry, physics, biology, computer science, and English. Courses in machine shop, drafting, electronics, and business administration are also helpful.

sciencekids.co.nzWhat type of college classes must you take?Nuclear engineering degrees are available at many colleges, though a degree in a related field, such asMechanicalElectrical ChemicalEngineering.

engr.ncsu.eduWhat types of degrees are needed for this career? A masters degree takes an additional 2 years to complete, and PhD programs last another 4 years. To find work as a professor you will need a PhD.

Nuclear technology is a rapidly changing and advancing field, so engineers have to continually update their education throughout their careers. They often complete courses or post-graduate programs at colleges to stay on the cutting edge.What does the career involve (what do you actually do on this job)?. Nuclear technology is used to generate electricity, in space exploration, to diagnose and treat diseases, and even to clean and help preserve fruits and vegetables. Because of its dangerous nature, however, nuclear energy requires highly skilled experts to work with it and further develop its potential. These experts are nuclear engineers.

Where are possible workplaces?OfficesLabs Interacting with other EngineersScientistsAnd techs

rktb.comWhat type of skills would you need?Enjoy math and science

Mechanically inclined

Problem-solving skills

Curious and creative

Communication skills

What type of person would enjoy this job?Enjoy math and science

Mechanically inclined

Problem-solving skills

Curious and creative

Communication skills

Are their lots of opportunities in this field?Nuclear Process Engineer

Nuclear Safety Engineer

Process Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

yeswaterisfuel.comTell about salary.$68,000 to $200,000 a year for most

The median is about $97,000 a year

Some also receive profit-sharing bonuses

Are there schools in Kentucky that offer this program or would you have to go out of state?

Program Name: Bachelor of Science Specialization Areas: Bio systems engineering, chemical engineering, civil engineering, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, materials engineering, mechanical engineering, mining engineering Program Length: 4 years, full-time Tuition: $4,838 per semester for state residents taking lower-division courses, $9,932 per semester for nonresidents taking lower-division courses, $4,978 per semester for residents taking upper-division courses, $10,065 for nonresidents taking upper division courses (cost for 2012-2013 academic year, including fees) Prerequisites: Completion of high school courses in areas including English, math, science, social studies, foreign language, health, physical education and arts Admission Requirements: Academic letter of recommendation School Type: 4-year, public; about 20,100 undergraduate students, over 7,100 graduate students