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Fall Semester 2022 Catalog

Nuclear Science Technology, Technical Certificate of Credit

Overview

Offered at the Augusta campus

Entrance Dates: Fall, Spring, and Summer
Length of Program: Three Terms
Credit Hours Required for Graduation: 17

Program Description:A student in this program will develop a basic foundation in chemical and nuclear techniques, mathematics, liberal arts, and use of computers. Courses in chemistry and nuclear chemistry will provide techniques and knowledge for success in a career as a technician. Protocols, safety, and quality control will be emphasized throughout the program.

Employment Opportunities: Graduates could be employed in a number of fields including nuclear facilities, governmental organizations, research labs, environmental labs, quality control, and chemical production. Employment of nuclear technicians is projected to grow about as fast as the average for all occupations, although employment change will vary by specialty.

Curriculum Outline

Occupational Courses, 17 credits

MATH 1111COLLEGE ALGEBRA

3

CHEM 1211CHEMISTRY I

3

CHEM 1211LCHEMISTRY I LAB

1

CHEM 1212CHEMISTRY II

3

CHEM 1212LCHEMISTRY II LAB

1

CHET 1300CHEMICAL LITERATURE AND PORTFOLIO

2

CHET 2220NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY

4

 

Guided Pathway

You may click on any course below to view the course description and prerequisite information.

Students who do not follow the Course Sequence listed below may not be able to complete the program in the number of semesters shown.

Augusta Day Program, Spring Start

PROGRAM NAME: Nuclear Science Technology

AWARD: Technical Certificate of Credit

CAMPUS: Augusta Day Program

Year 1 Spring Semester

MATH 1111COLLEGE ALGEBRA

3

CHEM 1211CHEMISTRY I

3

CHEM 1211LCHEMISTRY I LAB

1

 

Year 1 Summer Semester

CHEM 1212CHEMISTRY II

3

CHEM 1212LCHEMISTRY II LAB

1

 

Year 1 Fall Semester

CHET 1300CHEMICAL LITERATURE AND PORTFOLIO

2

CHET 2220NUCLEAR CHEMISTRY

4