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22.05
|
Neutron Science and Reactor Physics
|
Introduces fundamental properties of the neutron. Covers reactions induced by neutrons, nuclear fission, slowing down of neutrons in infinite media, diffusion theory, the few-group approximation, point kinetics, and fission-product poisoning. Emphasizes the nuclear physics bases of reactor design and its relationship to reactor engineering problems.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
5-0-7
|
18.03, 22.01, and (1.000, 2.086, 6.100B, or 12.010)
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.051
|
Systems Analysis of the Nuclear Fuel Cycle
|
Studies the relationship between technical and policy elements of the nuclear fuel cycle. Topics include uranium supply, enrichment, fuel fabrication, in-core reactivity and fuel management of uranium and other fuel types, used fuel reprocessing, and waste disposal. Presents principles of fuel cycle economics and the applied reactor physics of both contemporary and proposed thermal and fast reactors. Examines nonproliferation aspects, disposal of excess weapons plutonium, and transmutation of long lived radioisotopes in spent fuel. Several state-of-the-art computer programs relevant to reactor core physics and heat transfer are provided for student use in problem sets and term papers. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| false |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-2-7
|
22.05
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.052
|
Quantum Theory of Materials Characterization
|
Holistic theoretical foundation of characterization techniques with photons, electrons, and neutron probes in various spaces. Techniques for assessing real space, reciprocal space, energy space, and time space utilizing microscopy, diffraction, spectroscopy, and time-domain methods. Elucidation of microscopic interaction mechanisms of materials. Practical assessment of what each characterization measures, methods for linking experimental features to microscopic materials information, state of the art methods for combining information, and machine learning aids. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
8.231 or 22.02
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.054[J]
|
Materials Performance in Extreme Environments
|
Studies the behavior of materials in extreme environments typical of those in which advanced energy systems (including fossil, nuclear, solar, fuel cells, and battery) operate. Takes both a science and engineering approach to understanding how current materials interact with their environment under extreme conditions. Explores the role of modeling and simulation in understanding material behavior and the design of new materials. Focuses on energy and transportation related systems.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-2-7
|
3.013 and 3.044
|
3.154[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.055
|
Radiation Biophysics
|
Provides a background in sources of radiation with an emphasis on terrestrial and space environments and on industrial production. Discusses experimental approaches to evaluating biological effects resulting from irradiation regimes differing in radiation type, dose and dose-rate. Effects at the molecular, cellular, organism, and population level are examined. Literature is reviewed identifying gaps in our understanding of the health effects of radiation, and responses of regulatory bodies to these gaps is discussed. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
Permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.06
|
Engineering of Nuclear Systems
|
Using the basic principles of reactor physics, thermodynamics, fluid flow and heat transfer, students examine the engineering design of nuclear power plants. Emphasizes light-water reactor technology, thermal limits in nuclear fuels, thermal-hydraulic behavior of the coolant, nuclear safety and dynamic response of nuclear power plants.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
2.005
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.061
|
Fusion Energy
|
Surveys the fundamental science and engineering required to generate energy from controlled nuclear fusion. Topics include nuclear physics governing fusion fuel choice and fusion reactivity, physical conditions required to achieve net fusion energy, plasma physics of magnetic confinement, overview of fusion energy concepts, material challenges in fusion systems, superconducting magnet engineering, and fusion power conversion to electricity. Includes in-depth visits at the MIT Plasma Science and Fusion Center and active learning laboratories to reinforce lecture topics.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-1-7
|
22.01 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.071
|
Analog Electronics and Analog Instrumentation Design
|
Presents the basics of analog electronics, covering everything from basic resistors to non-linear devices such as diodes and transistors. Students build amplifiers with op amps and study the behavior of first- and second-order oscillating circuits. Lectures followed by short laboratory exercises reinforce theoretical knowledge with experiments. Includes project in second half of the term in which students design radiation instruments of their choice (e.g. Geiger radiation counters, or other types of sensors and instruments). Teaches use of Arduino microcontrollers as simple data acquisition systems, allowing for real-time data processing and display. Culminates in student presentations of their designs in an open forum. Limited to 20.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-3-6
|
18.03
| null | false | false | true |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.072
|
Corrosion: The Environmental Degradation of Materials
|
Applies thermodynamics and kinetics of electrode reactions to aqueous corrosion of metals and alloys. Application of advanced computational and modeling techniques to evaluation of materials selection and susceptibility of metal/alloy systems to environmental degradation in aqueous systems. Discusses materials degradation problems in marine environments, oil and gas production, and energy conversion and generation systems, including fossil and nuclear. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
Permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.074
|
Radiation Damage and Effects in Nuclear Materials
|
Studies the origins and effects of radiation damage in structural materials for nuclear applications. Radiation damage topics include formation of point defects, defect diffusion, defect reaction kinetics and accumulation, and differences in defect microstructures due to the type of radiation (ion, proton, neutron). Radiation effects topics include detrimental changes to mechanical properties, phase stability, corrosion properties, and differences in fission and fusion systems. Term project required. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
Permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.078[J]
|
Nuclear Energy and the Environment: Waste, Effluents, and Accidents
|
Introduces the essential knowledge for understanding nuclear waste management. Includes material flow sheets for nuclear fuel cycle, waste characteristics, sources of radioactive wastes, compositions, radioactivity and heat generation, chemical processing technologies, geochemistry, waste disposal technologies, environmental regulations and the safety assessment of waste disposal. Covers different types of wastes: uranium mining waste, low-level radioactive waste, high-level radioactive waste and fusion waste. Provides the quantitative methods to compare the environmental impact of different nuclear and other energy-associated waste. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
Permission of instructor
|
1.098[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.081[J]
|
Introduction to Sustainable Energy
|
Assessment of current and potential future energy systems. Covers resources, extraction, conversion, and end-use technologies, with emphasis on meeting 21st-century regional and global energy needs in a sustainable manner. Examines various renewable and conventional energy production technologies, energy end-use practices and alternatives, and consumption practices in different countries. Investigates their attributes within a quantitative analytical framework for evaluation of energy technology system proposals. Emphasizes analysis of energy propositions within an engineering, economic and social context. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. Limited to juniors and seniors.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-1-8
|
Permission of instructor
|
2.650[J], 10.291[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.09
|
Principles of Nuclear Radiation Measurement and Protection
|
Combines lectures, demonstrations, and experiments. Review of radiation protection procedures and regulations; theory and use of alpha, beta, gamma, and neutron detectors; applications in imaging and dosimetry; gamma-ray spectroscopy; design and operation of automated data acquisition experiments using virtual instruments. Meets with graduate subject 22.90, but homework assignments and examinations differ. Instruction and practice in written communication provided.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
1-5-9
|
22.01
| null | true | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.091,
|
22.093 Independent Project in Nuclear Science and Engineering
|
For undergraduates who wish to conduct a one-term project of theoretical or experimental nature in the field of nuclear engineering, in close cooperation with individual staff members. Topics and hours arranged to fit students' requirements. Projects require prior approval by the Course 22 Undergraduate Office. 22.093 is graded P/D/F.
| true |
Fall, IAP, Spring, Summer
|
Undergraduate
|
rranged
|
Permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.099
|
Topics in Nuclear Science and Engineering
|
Provides credit for work on material in nuclear science and engineering outside of regularly scheduled subjects. Intended for study abroad with a student exchange program or an approved one-term or one-year study abroad program. Credit may be used to satisfy specific SB degree requirements. Requires prior approval. Consult department.
| true |
Fall, Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
rranged
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.S092-22.S094
|
Special Subject in Nuclear Science and Engineering
|
Seminar or lecture on a topic in nuclear science and engineering that is not covered in the regular curriculum.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
rranged
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.S095
|
Special Subject in Nuclear Science and Engineering
|
Seminar or lecture on a topic in nuclear science and engineering that is not covered in the regular curriculum.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
rranged [P/D/F]
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.S097
|
Special Subject in Nuclear Science and Engineering
|
Seminar or lecture on a topic in nuclear science and engineering that is not covered in the regular curriculum.
| true |
Fall, Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
rranged
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.S098
|
Special Subject in Nuclear Science and Engineering (New)
|
Seminar or lecture on a topic in nuclear science and engineering that is not covered in the regular curriculum.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
rranged
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.S099
|
Special Subject in Nuclear Science and Engineering (New)
|
Seminar or lecture on a topic in nuclear science and engineering that is not covered in the regular curriculum.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
rranged [P/D/F]
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.C01
|
Modeling with Machine Learning: Nuclear Science and Engineering Applications
|
Building on core material in 6.C01, focuses on applying various machine learning techniques to a broad range of topics which are of core value in modern nuclear science and engineering. Relevant topics include machine learning on fusion and plasma diagnosis, reactor physics and nuclear fission, nuclear materials properties, quantum engineering and nuclear materials, and nuclear security. Special components center on the additional machine learning architectures that are most relevant to a certain field, the implementation, and picking up the right problems to solve using a machine learning approach. Final project dedicated to the field-specific applications. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. Students cannot receive credit without completion of the core subject 6.C01.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
2-0-4
|
Calculus II (GIR), 6.100A, and 6.C01
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.C25[J]
|
Real World Computation with Julia
|
Focuses on algorithms and techniques for writing and using modern technical software in a job, lab, or research group environment that may consist of interdisciplinary teams, where performance may be critical, and where the software needs to be flexible and adaptable. Topics include automatic differentiation, matrix calculus, scientific machine learning, parallel and GPU computing, and performance optimization with introductory applications to climate science, economics, agent-based modeling, and other areas. Labs and projects focus on performant, readable, composable algorithms, and software. Programming will be in Julia. Expects students to have some familiarity with Python, Matlab, or R. No Julia experience necessary.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
6.100A, 18.03, and 18.06
|
1.C25[J], 6.C25[J], 12.C25[J], 16.C25[J], 18.C25[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.C51
|
Modeling with Machine Learning: Nuclear Science and Engineering Applications
|
Building on core material in 6.C51, focuses on applying various machine learning techniques to a broad range of topics which are of core value in modern nuclear science and engineering. Relevant topics include machine learning on fusion and plasma diagnosis, reactor physics and nuclear fission, nuclear materials properties, quantum engineering and nuclear materials, and nuclear security. Special components center on the additional machine learning architectures that are most relevant to a certain field, the implementation, and picking up the right problems to solve using a machine learning approach. Final project dedicated to the field-specific applications. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments. Students cannot receive credit without completion of the core subject 6.C51.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
2-0-4
|
Calculus II (GIR), 6.100A, and 6.C51
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.EPE
|
UPOP Engineering Practice Experience
|
Provides students with skills to prepare for and excel in the world of industry. Emphasizes practical application of career theory and professional development concepts. Introduces students to relevant and timely resources for career development, provides students with tools to embark on a successful internship search, and offers networking opportunities with employers and MIT alumni. Students work in groups, led by industry mentors, to improve their resumes and cover letters, interviewing skills, networking abilities, project management, and ability to give and receive feedback. Objective is for students to be able to adapt and contribute effectively to their future employment organizations. A total of two units of credit is awarded for completion of the fall and subsequent spring term offerings. Application required; consult UPOP website for more information.
| true |
Fall, IAP, Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
0-0-1 [P/D/F]
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.EPW
|
UPOP Engineering Practice Workshop
|
Provides sophomores across all majors with opportunities to develop and practice communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills to become successful professionals in the workplace, particularly in preparation for their summer industry internship. This immersive, multi-day Team Training Workshop (TTW) is comprised of experiential learning modules focused on expanding skills in areas that employers report being most valuable in the workplace. Modules are led by MIT faculty with the help of MIT alumni and other senior industry professionals. Skills applied through creative simulations, team problem-solving challenges, oral presentations, and networking sessions with prospective employers. Enrollment limited to those in the UPOP program.
| true |
Fall, IAP, Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
1-0-0 [P/D/F]
|
2.EPE
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.THT
|
Undergraduate Thesis Tutorial
|
A series of lectures on prospectus and thesis writing. Students select a thesis topic and a thesis advisor who reviews and approves the prospectus for thesis work in the spring term.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
1-0-2 [P/D/F]
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.THU
|
Undergraduate Thesis
|
Program of research, leading to the writing of an SB thesis, to be arranged by the student and appropriate MIT faculty member. See department undergraduate headquarters.
| true |
Fall, IAP, Spring, Summer
|
Undergraduate
|
rranged
|
22.THT
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.UAR[J]
|
Climate and Sustainability Undergraduate Advanced Research
|
Provides instruction in effective research, experiential projects, internships, and externships, including choosing and refining problems, surveying previous work and publications, industry best practices, design for robustness, technical presentation, authorship and collaboration, and ethics. Supporting content includes background and context pertaining to climate change and sustainability, as well as tools for sustainable design. Focus for project work includes research topics relevant to the MIT Climate & Sustainability Consortium (MCSC). Students engage in extensive written and oral communication exercises, in the context of an approved advanced research project. A total of 12 units of credit is awarded for completion of the spring and subsequent fall term offerings. Application required; consult MCSC website for more information.
| true |
Fall, Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
2-0-4
|
Permission of instructor
|
1.UAR[J], 3.UAR[J], 5.UAR[J], 11.UAR[J], 12.UAR[J], 15.UAR[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.UR
|
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program
|
The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program is an excellent way for undergraduate students to become familiar with the Department of Nuclear Engineering. Student research as a UROP project has been conducted in areas of fission reactor studies, utilization of fusion devices, applied radiation research, and biomedical applications. Projects include the study of engineering aspects for both fusion and fission energy sources.
| true |
Fall, IAP, Spring, Summer
|
Undergraduate
|
rranged [P/D/F]
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.URG
|
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program
|
The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program is an excellent way for undergraduate students to become familiar with the department of Nuclear Science and Engineering. Student research as a UROP project has been conducted in areas of fission reactor studies, utilization of fusion devices, applied radiation physics research, and biomedical applications. Projects include the study of engineering aspects for fusion and fission energy sources, and utilization of radiations.
| true |
Fall, IAP, Spring, Summer
|
Undergraduate
|
rranged
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.101
|
Applied Nuclear Physics
|
Provides an accelerated introduction to the basic principles of nuclear physics and its application within nuclear science and engineering. Fundamentals of quantum mechanics, nuclear properties, and nuclear structure. Origins of radioactivity and radioactive decay processes. Development of nuclear reaction theory, including cross sections, energetics, and kinematics. The interactions of photons, electrons, neutrons, and ions with matter, including the use of nuclear data and modeling tools. Basic theory of radiation and particle detection, shielding, and dosimetry. Uses of nuclear physics in energy, medicine, security, and science applications.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
4-0-8
|
Physics II (GIR) and 18.03
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.102
|
Applications of Nuclear Science and Engineering (New)
|
Provides an overview of the current research directions and application areas in the field of nuclear science and engineering. Faculty from throughout the department each present an introduction to their field of specialization, along with targeted assignments to develop awareness and cross-links between fields.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
1-0-2 [P/D/F]
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.103
|
Nuclear Technology and Society (New)
|
Introduces the societal context and challenges for nuclear technology. Major themes include economics and valuation of nuclear power, interactions with government and regulatory frameworks, safety, quantification of radiation hazards, and public attitudes to risk. Covers policies and methods for limiting nuclear-weapons proliferation, including nuclear detection, materials security, and fuel-cycle policy.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-0-6
|
22.01 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.104
|
Monte Carlo Radiation Transport Methods (New)
|
Covers solutions to the radiation transport equation for neutrons and photons. Focuses on Monte Carlo methods when numerical methods are necessary, but touches on analytic solutions in simple systems when possible. Emphasizes the physical processes and nuclear data considerations when performing Monte Carlo simulations and covers key assumptions and challenges in modeling both fission and fusion energy systems.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
22.101
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.11
|
Applied Nuclear Physics
|
Introduction to nuclear structure, reactions, and radioactivity. Review of quantization, the wave function, angular momentum and tunneling. Simplified application to qualitative understanding of nuclear structure. Stable and unstable isotopes, radioactive decay, decay products and chains. Nuclear reactions, cross-sections, and fundamental forces, and the resulting phenomena.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
2-0-4
|
22.02 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.12
|
Radiation Interactions, Control, and Measurement
|
The interaction, attenuation, and biological effects of penetrating radiation, especially neutrons and photons. Physical processes of radiation scattering and absorption, and their cross-sections. Outline of health physics. Biological effects of radiation, and its quantification. Principles of radiation shielding, detection, dosimetry and radiation protection.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
2-0-4
|
8.02 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.13
|
Nuclear Energy Systems
|
Introduction to generation of energy from nuclear reactions. Characteristics of nuclear energy. Fission cross-sections, criticality, and reaction control. Basic considerations of fission reactor engineering, thermal hydraulics, and safety. Nuclear fuel and waste characteristics. Fusion reactions and the character and conditions of energy generation. Plasma physics and approaches to achieving terrestrial thermonuclear fusion energy.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
2-0-4
|
2.005, 22.01, or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.14
|
Materials in Nuclear Engineering
|
Introduces the fundamental phenomena of materials science with special attention to radiation and harsh environments. Materials lattices and defects and the consequent understanding of strength of materials, fatigue, cracking, and corrosion. Coulomb collisions of charged particles; their effects on structured materials; damage and defect production, knock-ons, transmutation, cascades and swelling. Materials in fission and fusion applications: cladding, waste, plasma-facing components, blankets.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
2-0-4
|
Chemistry (GIR) or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.15
|
Essential Numerical Methods
|
Introduces computational methods for solving physical problems in nuclear applications. Ordinary and partial differential equations for particle orbit, and fluid, field, and particle conservation problems; their representation and solution by finite difference numerical approximations. Iterative matrix inversion methods. Stability, convergence, accuracy and statistics. Particle representations of Boltzmann's equation and methods of solution such as Monte-Carlo and particle-in-cell techniques.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
2-0-4
|
12.010 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.16
|
Nuclear Technology and Society
|
Introduces the societal context and challenges for nuclear technology. Major themes include economics and valuation of nuclear power, interactions with government and regulatory frameworks, safety, quantification of radiation hazards, and public attitudes to risk. Covers policies and methods for limiting nuclear-weapons proliferation, including nuclear detection, materials security, and fuel-cycle policy.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
2-0-4
|
22.01 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.211
|
Nuclear Reactor Physics I
|
Provides an overview of reactor physics methods for core design and analysis. Topics include nuclear data, neutron slowing down, homogeneous and heterogeneous resonance absorption, calculation of neutron spectra, determination of group constants, nodal diffusion methods, Monte Carlo simulations of reactor core reload design methods.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
22.05
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.212
|
Nuclear Reactor Analysis II
|
Addresses advanced topics in nuclear reactor physics with an additional focus towards computational methods and algorithms for neutron transport. Covers current methods employed in lattice physics calculations, such as resonance models, critical spectrum adjustments, advanced homogenization techniques, fine mesh transport theory models, and depletion solvers. Also presents deterministic transport approximation techniques, such as the method of characteristics, discrete ordinates methods, and response matrix methods.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-2-7
|
22.211
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.213
|
Nuclear Reactor Physics III
|
Covers numerous high-level topics in nuclear reactor analysis methods and builds on the student's background in reactor physics to develop a deep understanding of concepts needed for time-dependent nuclear reactor core physics, including coupled non-linear feedback effects. Introduces numerical algorithms needed to solve real-world time-dependent reactor physics problems in both diffusion and transport. Additional topics include iterative numerical solution methods (e.g., CG, GMRES, JFNK, MG), nonlinear accelerator methods, and numerous modern time-integration techniques.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
22.211
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.251
|
Systems Analysis of the Nuclear Fuel Cycle
|
Study of the relationship between the technical and policy elements of the nuclear fuel cycle. Topics include uranium supply, enrichment, fuel fabrication, in-core reactivity and fuel management of uranium and other fuel types, used fuel reprocessing and waste disposal. Principles of fuel cycle economics and the applied reactor physics of both contemporary and proposed thermal and fast reactors are presented. Nonproliferation aspects, disposal of excess weapons plutonium, and transmutation of long lived radioisotopes in spent fuel are examined. Several state-of-the-art computer programs relevant to reactor core physics and heat transfer are provided for student use in problem sets and term papers. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| false |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-2-7
|
22.05
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.312
|
Engineering of Nuclear Reactors
|
Engineering principles of nuclear reactors, emphasizing power reactors. Power plant thermodynamics, reactor heat generation and removal (single-phase as well as two-phase coolant flow and heat transfer), and structural mechanics. Engineering considerations in reactor design.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
(2.001 and 2.005) or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.313[J]
|
Thermal Hydraulics in Power Technology
|
Emphasis on thermo-fluid dynamic phenomena and analysis methods for conventional and nuclear power stations. Kinematics and dynamics of two-phase flows. Steam separation. Boiling, instabilities, and critical conditions. Single-channel transient analysis. Multiple channels connected at plena. Loop analysis including single and two-phase natural circulation. Subchannel analysis.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-2-7
|
2.006, 10.302, 22.312, or permission of instructor
|
2.59[J], 10.536[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.315
|
Applied Computational Fluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer
|
Focuses on the application of computational fluid dynamics to the analysis of power generation and propulsion systems, and on industrial and chemical processes in general. Discusses simulation methods for single and multiphase applications and their advantages and limitations in industrial situations. Students practice breaking down an industrial problem into its modeling challenges, designing and implementing a plan to optimize and validate the modeling approach, performing the analysis, and quantifying the uncertainty margin.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
Permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.33
|
Nuclear Engineering Design
|
Group design project involving integration of nuclear physics, particle transport, control, heat transfer, safety, instrumentation, materials, environmental impact, and economic optimization. Provides opportunity to synthesize knowledge acquired in nuclear and non-nuclear subjects and apply this knowledge to practical problems of current interest in nuclear applications design. Past projects have included using a fusion reactor for transmutation of nuclear waste, design and implementation of an experiment to predict and measure pebble flow in a pebble bed reactor, and development of a mission plan for a manned Mars mission including the conceptual design of a nuclear powered space propulsion system and power plant for the Mars surface. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-0-15
|
22.312
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.38
|
Probability and Its Applications To Reliability, Quality Control, and Risk Assessment
|
Interpretations of the concept of probability. Basic probability rules; random variables and distribution functions; functions of random variables. Applications to quality control and the reliability assessment of mechanical/electrical components, as well as simple structures and redundant systems. Elements of statistics. Bayesian methods in engineering. Methods for reliability and risk assessment of complex systems, (event-tree and fault-tree analysis, common-cause failures, human reliability models). Uncertainty propagation in complex systems (Monte Carlo methods, Latin hypercube sampling). Introduction to Markov models. Examples and applications from nuclear and other industries, waste repositories, and mechanical systems. Open to qualified undergraduates.
| false |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
Permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.39
|
Integration of Reactor Design, Operations, and Safety
|
Integration of reactor physics and engineering sciences into nuclear power plant design focusing on designs that are projected to be used in the first half of this century. Topics include materials issues in plant design and operations, aspects of thermal design, fuel depletion and fission-product poisoning, and temperature effects on reactivity. Safety considerations in regulations and operations such as the evolution of the regulatory process, the concept of defense in depth, general design criteria, accident analysis, probabilistic risk assessment, and risk-informed regulations. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-2-7
|
22.211 and 22.312
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.40[J]
|
Fundamentals of Advanced Energy Conversion
|
Fundamentals of thermodynamics, chemistry, and transport applied to energy systems. Analysis of energy conversion and storage in thermal, mechanical, chemical, and electrochemical processes in power and transportation systems, with emphasis on efficiency, performance and environmental impact. Applications to fuel reforming and alternative fuels, hydrogen, fuel cells and batteries, combustion, catalysis, combined and hybrid power cycles using fossil, nuclear and renewable resources. CO2 separation and capture. Biomass energy. Meets with 2.60 when offered concurrently; students taking the graduate version complete additional assignments.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
4-0-8
|
2.006, (2.051 and 2.06), or permission of instructor
|
2.62[J], 10.392[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.51[J]
|
Quantum Technology and Devices
|
Examines the unique features of quantum theory to generate technologies with capabilities beyond any classical device. Introduces fundamental concepts in applied quantum mechanics, tools and applications of quantum technology, with a focus on quantum information processing beyond quantum computation. Includes discussion of quantum devices and experimental platforms drawn from active research in academia and industry. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
22.11
|
8.751[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.52
|
Quantum Theory of Materials Characterization
|
Holistic theoretical foundation of characterization techniques with photons, electrons, and neutron probes in various spaces. Techniques for assessing real space, reciprocal space, energy space, and time space utilizing microscopy, diffraction, spectroscopy, and time-domain methods. Elucidation of microscopic interaction mechanisms of materials. Practical assessment of what each characterization measures, methods for linking experimental features to microscopic materials information, state of the art methods for combining information, and machine learning aids. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
8.511 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.54[J]
|
Biomedical Systems: Modeling and Inference
|
Medically motivated examples of problems in human health that engage students in systems modeling, signal analysis and inference, and design. Content draws on two domains, first by establishing a model of the human cardiovascular system with signal analysis and inference applications of electrocardiograms in health and disease. In a second topic, medical imaging by MRI is motivated by examples of common clinical decision making, followed by laboratory work with technology and instrumentation with the functionality of commercial diagnostic scanners. Students apply concepts from lectures in labs for data collection for image reconstruction, image analysis, and inference by their own design. Labs further include kits for interactive and portable low-cost devices that can be assembled by the students to demonstrate fundamental building blocks of an MRI system.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
4-4-4
|
(6.3100 and (18.06 or 18.C06)) or permission of instructor
|
6.4800[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.55[J]
|
Radiation Biophysics
|
Provides a background in sources of radiation with an emphasis on terrestrial and space environments and on industrial production. Discusses experimental approaches to evaluating biological effects resulting from irradiation regimes differing in radiation type, dose and dose-rate. Effects at the molecular, cellular, organism, and population level are examined. Literature is reviewed identifying gaps in our understanding of the health effects of radiation, and responses of regulatory bodies to these gaps is discussed. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
Permission of instructor
|
HST.560[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.561[J]
|
Magnetic Resonance Analytic, Biochemical, and Imaging Techniques
|
Introduction to basic NMR theory. Examples of biochemical data obtained using NMR summarized along with other related experiments. Detailed study of NMR imaging techniques includes discussions of basic cross-sectional image reconstruction, image contrast, flow and real-time imaging, and hardware design considerations. Exposure to laboratory NMR spectroscopic and imaging equipment included.
| false |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-12
|
Permission of instructor
|
HST.584[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.611[J]
|
Introduction to Plasma Physics I
|
Introduces plasma phenomena relevant to energy generation by controlled thermonuclear fusion and to astrophysics. Elementary plasma concepts, plasma characterization. Motion of charged particles in magnetic fields. Coulomb collisions, relaxation times, transport processes. Two-fluid hydrodynamic and MHD descriptions. Plasma confinement by magnetic fields, simple equilibrium and stability analysis. Wave propagation in a magnetic field; application to RF plasma heating. Introduction to kinetic theory; Vlasov, Boltzmann and Fokker-Planck equations; relation of fluid and kinetic descriptions. Electron and ion acoustic plasma waves, Landau damping.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
(6.2300 or 8.07) and (18.04 or Coreq: 18.075)
|
8.613[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.612[J]
|
Introduction to Plasma Physics II
|
Follow-up to 22.611 provides in-depth coverage of several fundamental topics in plasma physics, selected for their wide relevance and applicability, from fusion to space- and astro-physics. Covers both kinetic and fluid instabilities: two-stream, Weibel, magnetorotational, parametric, ion-temperature-gradient, and pressure-anisotropy-driven instabilities (mirror, firehose). Also covers advanced fluid models, and drift-kinetic and gyrokinetic equations. Special attention to dynamo theory, magnetic reconnection, MHD turbulence, kinetic turbulence, and shocks.
| false |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
22.611
|
8.614[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.615
|
MHD Theory of Fusion Systems
|
Discussion of MHD equilibria in cylindrical, toroidal, and noncircular configurations. MHD stability theory including the Energy Principle, interchange instability, ballooning modes, second region of stability, and external kink modes. Description of current configurations of fusion interest.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
22.611
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.617
|
Plasma Turbulence and Transport
|
Introduces plasma turbulence and turbulent transport, with a focus on fusion plasmas. Covers theory of mechanisms for turbulence in confined plasmas, fluid and kinetic equations, and linear and nonlinear gyrokinetic equations; transport due to stochastic magnetic fields, magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) turbulence, and drift wave turbulence; and suppression of turbulence, structure formation, intermittency, and stability thresholds. Emphasis on comparing experiment and theory. Discusses experimental techniques, simulations of plasma turbulence, and predictive turbulence-transport models.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
Permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.62
|
Fusion Energy
|
Basic nuclear physics and plasma physics for controlled fusion. Fusion cross sections and consequent conditions required for ignition and energy production. Principles of magnetic and inertial confinement. Description of magnetic confinement devices: tokamaks, stellarators and RFPs, their design and operation. Elementary plasma stability considerations and the limits imposed. Plasma heating by neutral beams and RF. Outline design of the ITER "burning plasma" experiment and a magnetic confinement reactor.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
22.611
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.63
|
Engineering Principles for Fusion Reactors
|
Fusion reactor design considerations: ignition devices, engineering test facilities, and safety/environmental concerns. Magnet principles: resistive and superconducting magnets; cryogenic features. Blanket and first wall design: liquid and solid breeders, heat removal, and structural considerations. Heating devices: radio frequency and neutral beam.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
Permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.64[J]
|
Ionized Gases
|
Properties and behavior of low-temperature plasmas for energy conversion, plasma propulsion, and gas lasers. Equilibrium of ionized gases: energy states, statistical mechanics, and relationship to thermodynamics. Kinetic theory: motion of charged particles, distribution function, collisions, characteristic lengths and times, cross sections, and transport properties. Gas surface interactions: thermionic emission, sheaths, and probe theory. Radiation in plasmas and diagnostics.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
8.02 or permission of instructor
|
16.55[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.67[J]
|
Principles of Plasma Diagnostics
|
Introduction to the physical processes used to measure the properties of plasmas, especially fusion plasmas. Measurements of magnetic and electric fields, particle flux, refractive index, emission and scattering of electromagnetic waves and heavy particles; their use to deduce plasma parameters such as particle density, pressure, temperature, and velocity, and hence the plasma confinement properties. Discussion of practical examples and assessments of the accuracy and reliability of different techniques.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
4-4-4
|
22.611
|
8.670[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.71[J]
|
Modern Physical Metallurgy
|
Focuses on the links between the processing, structure, and properties of metals and alloys. First, the physical bases for strength, stiffness, and ductility are discussed with reference to crystallography, defects, and microstructure. Second, phase transformations and microstructural evolution are studied in the context of alloy thermodynamics and kinetics. Together, these components comprise the modern paradigm for designing metallic microstructures for optimized properties. Concludes with a focus on processing-microstructure-property relationships in structural engineering alloys. Students taking the graduate version explore the subject in greater depth.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
(3.20 and 3.22) or permission of instructor
|
3.40[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.72
|
Corrosion: The Environmental Degradation of Materials
|
Applies thermodynamics and kinetics of electrode reactions to aqueous corrosion of metals and alloys. Application of advanced computational and modeling techniques to evaluation of materials selection and susceptibility of metal/alloy systems to environmental degradation in aqueous systems. Discusses materials degradation problems in marine environments, oil and gas production, and energy conversion and generation systems, including fossil and nuclear.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.73[J]
|
Defects in Materials
|
Examines point, line, and planar defects in structural and functional materials. Relates their properties to transport, radiation response, phase transformations, semiconductor device performance and quantum information processing. Focuses on atomic and electronic structures of defects in crystals, with special attention to optical properties, dislocation dynamics, fracture, and charged defects population and diffusion. Examples also drawn from other systems, e.g., disclinations in liquid crystals, domain walls in ferromagnets, shear bands in metallic glass, etc.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
3.21 and 3.22
|
3.33[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.74[J]
|
Radiation Damage and Effects in Nuclear Materials
|
Studies the origins and effects of radiation damage in structural materials for nuclear applications. Radiation damage topics include formation of point defects, defect diffusion, defect reaction kinetics and accumulation, and differences in defect microstructures due to the type of radiation (ion, proton, neutron). Radiation effects topics include detrimental changes to mechanical properties, phase stability, corrosion properties, and differences in fission and fusion systems. Term project required. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
3.21, 22.14, or permission of instructor
|
3.31[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.75[J]
|
Properties of Solid Surfaces
|
Covers fundamental principles needed to understand and measure the microscopic properties of the surfaces of solids, with connections to structure, electronic, chemical, magnetic and mechanical properties. Reviews the theoretical aspects of surface behavior, including stability of surfaces, restructuring, and reconstruction. Examines the interaction of the surfaces with the environment, including absorption of atoms and molecules, chemical reactions and material growth, and interaction of surfaces with other point defects within the solids (space charges in semiconductors). Discusses principles of important tools for the characterization of surfaces, such as surface electron and x-ray diffraction, electron spectroscopies (Auger and x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy), scanning tunneling, and force microscopy.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
3.20, 3.21, or permission of instructor
|
3.30[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.76[J]
|
Ionics and Its Applications
|
Discusses valence states of ions and how ions and charge move in liquid and solid states. Introduces molten salt systems and how they are used in nuclear energy and processing. Addresses corrosion and the environmental degradation of structural materials. Examines the applications of ionics and electrochemistry in industrial processing, computing, new energy technologies, and recycling and waste treatment.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
| null |
3.55[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.78[J]
|
Nuclear Energy and the Environment: Waste, Effluents, and Accidents
|
Introduces the essential knowledge for understanding nuclear waste management. Includes material flow sheets for nuclear fuel cycle, waste characteristics, sources of radioactive wastes, compositions, radioactivity and heat generation, chemical processing technologies, geochemistry, waste disposal technologies, environmental regulations and the safety assessment of waste disposal. Covers different types of wastes: uranium mining waste, low-level radioactive waste, high-level radioactive waste and fusion waste. Provides the quantitative methods to compare the environmental impact of different nuclear and other energy-associated waste. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
Permission of instructor
|
1.878[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.811[J]
|
Sustainable Energy
|
Assessment of current and potential future energy systems. Covers resources, extraction, conversion, and end-use technologies, with emphasis on meeting 21st-century regional and global energy needs in a sustainable manner. Examines various energy technologies in each fuel cycle stage for fossil (oil, gas, synthetic), nuclear (fission and fusion) and renewable (solar, biomass, wind, hydro, and geothermal) energy types, along with storage, transmission, and conservation issues. Emphasizes analysis of energy propositions within an engineering, economic and social context. Students taking graduate version complete additional assignments.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-1-8
|
Permission of instructor
|
1.818[J], 2.65[J], 10.391[J], 11.371[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.814[J]
|
Nuclear Weapons and International Security
|
Examines the historical, political, and technical contexts for nuclear policy making, including the development of nuclear weapons by states, the evolution of nuclear strategy, the role nuclear weapons play in international politics, the risks posed by nuclear arsenals, and the policies and strategies in place to mitigate those risks. Equal emphasis is given to political and technical considerations affecting national choices. Considers the issues surrounding new non-proliferation strategies, nuclear security, and next steps for arms control.
| false |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
4-0-8
| null |
17.474[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.90
|
Nuclear Science and Engineering Laboratory
|
See description under subject 22.09.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
1-5-9
|
Permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.901
|
Independent Project in Nuclear Science and Engineering
|
For graduate students who wish to conduct a one-term project of theoretical or experimental nature in the field of nuclear engineering, in close cooperation with individual staff members. Topics and hours arranged to fit students' requirements. Projects require prior approval.
| true |
Fall, Spring, Summer
|
Graduate
|
rranged
|
Permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.911
|
Seminar in Nuclear Science and Engineering
|
Restricted to graduate students engaged in doctoral thesis research.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
2-0-1 [P/D/F]
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.912
|
Seminar in Nuclear Science and Engineering II
|
Provides instruction in aspects of effective visual and oral presentation and exposure to technical communication skills useful in academic and professional settings. Focuses on presenting research content in visual format as well as high level scientific communication. Culminates in a presentation at a department-wide event.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
2-0-1 [P/D/F]
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.921
|
Nuclear Power Plant Dynamics and Control
|
Introduction to reactor dynamics, including subcritical multiplication, critical operation in absence of thermal feedback effects and effects of xenon, fuel and moderator temperature, etc. Derivation of point kinetics and dynamic period equations. Techniques for reactor control including signal validation, supervisory algorithms, model-based trajectory tracking, and rule-based control. Overview of light-water reactor start-up. Lectures and demonstrations with use of the MIT Research Reactor. Open to undergraduates with permission of instructor.
| true |
IAP
|
Graduate
|
1-0-2
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.93
|
Teaching and Technical Communication Experience in Nuclear Science & Engineering
|
For qualified graduate students interested in teaching as a career or other technical communication intensive careers. Classroom, laboratory, or tutorial teaching under the supervision of a faculty member or instructor. Students selected by interview. Credits for this subject may not be used toward master's or engineer's degrees. Enrollment limited by availability of suitable teaching assignments and NSE communication lab capacity.
| true |
Fall, Spring, Summer
|
Graduate
|
rranged [P/D/F]
|
Permission of department
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.94
|
Research in Nuclear Science and Engineering
|
For academic research activities in Nuclear Science and Engineering for students who have not completed the NSE doctoral qualifying exam. Hours arranged with and approved by the research advisor. Units may not be used towards advanced degree requirements.
| true |
IAP
|
Graduate
|
rranged [P/D/F]
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.95
|
Internship in Nuclear Science and Engineering
|
For Nuclear Science and Engineering students participating in research or curriculum-related off-campus experiences. Before enrolling, students must have an offer from a company or organization. Upon completion, the student must submit a final report or presentation to an approved MIT internship experience advisor, usually the student's thesis advisor or a member of the thesis committee. Subject to departmental approval. Consult the NSE Academic Office for details on procedures and restrictions. Limited to students participating in internships consistent with NSE policies relating to research-related employment.
| true |
IAP, Summer
|
Graduate
|
0-1-0 [P/D/F]
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.S902-22.S905
|
Special Subject in Nuclear Science and Engineering
|
Seminar or lecture on a topic in nuclear science and engineering that is not covered in the regular curriculum. 22.S905 is graded P/D/F.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
rranged
|
Permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
22.THG
|
Graduate Thesis
|
Program of research, leading to the writing of an SM, NE, PhD, or ScD thesis; to be arranged by the student and an appropriate MIT faculty member. Consult department graduate office.
| true |
Fall, IAP, Spring, Summer
|
Graduate
|
rranged
|
Permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
24.93
|
The Search for Meaning
|
"We create islands of meaning in the sea of information" (Freeman Dyson). Primarily explores meanings conveyed through language, with an emphasis on concepts and tools from linguistics. Also brings in ideas from information theory, cryptography, logic, psychology, anthropology, computer science, philosophy, and literature. Topics include human language and its core properties, writing systems, auxiliary systems (talking drums, whistled languages), animal communication systems, the interplay of language and thought, the social dimensions of meaning, the unreasonable effectiveness of cursing, and much more. Includes some reading and thinking outside class, but no problem sets or papers. Subject can count toward the 6-unit discovery-focused credit limit for first-year students.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
1-0-1 [P/D/F]
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
24.00
|
Problems of Philosophy
|
Introduction to the problems of philosophy- in particular, to problems in ethics, metaphysics, theory of knowledge, and philosophy of logic, language, and science. A systematic rather than historical approach. Readings from classical and contemporary sources, but emphasis is on examination and evaluation of proposed solutions to the problems.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
CI-H
|
24.01
|
Classics of Western Philosophy
|
Introduction to Western philosophical tradition through the study of selected major thinkers such as Plato, Aristotle, Lucretius, Descartes, Hobbes, Leibniz, Locke, Berkeley, Hume, Kant, Nietzsche and Marx. Emphasis on changes of intellectual outlook over time, and the complex interplay of scientific, religious and political concerns that influence the development of philosophical ideas.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
CI-H
|
24.013
|
Philosophy and the Arts
|
Explores philosophical questions about art in general, and about the particular arts, such as literature and music. Measures the answers philosophers have proposed to these questions against our own experiences with the arts. Readings include short works of literature. Includes a museum visit with no charge to students.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
CI-H
|
24.02
|
Moral Problems and the Good Life
|
Introduction to important philosophical debates about moral issues and what constitutes a good life: What is right, what is wrong, and why? How important are personal happiness, longevity, and success if one is to live a good life? When is it good for you to get what you want? To what extent are we morally obliged to respect the rights and needs of others? What do we owe the poor, the discriminated, our loved ones, animals and fetuses?
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
CI-H
|
24.03
|
Good Food: The Ethics and Politics of Food
|
Explores the values (aesthetic, moral, cultural, religious, prudential, political) expressed in the choices of food people eat. Analyzes the decisions individuals make about what to eat, how society should manage food production and consumption collectively, and how reflection on food choices might help resolve conflicts between different values.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
CI-H
|
24.04[J]
|
Justice
|
Provides an introduction to contemporary political thought centered around the ideal of justice and the realities of injustice. Examines what a just society might look like and how we should understand various forms of oppression and domination. Studies three theories of justice (utilitarianism, libertarianism, and egalitarian liberalism) and brings them into conversation with other traditions of political thought (critical theory, communitarianism, republicanism, and post-structuralism). Readings cover foundational debates about equality, freedom, recognition, and power.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
| null |
17.01[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
CI-H
|
24.05
|
Philosophy of Religion
|
Uses key questions in the philosophy of religion to introduce tools of contemporary philosophy. Explores what defines a god, the possibility of the existence of gods, the potential conflict between religion and science, whether morality requires a divine author, and religious tolerance.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
CI-H
|
24.06[J]
|
Bioethics
|
Considers ethical questions that have arisen from the growth of biomedical research and the health-care industry since World War II. Should doctors be allowed to help patients end their lives? If so, when and how? Should embryos be cloned for research and/or reproduction? Should parents be given control over the genetic make-up of their children? What types of living things are appropriate to use as research subjects? How should we distribute scarce and expensive medical resources? Draws on philosophy, history, and anthropology to show how problems in bioethics can be approached from a variety of perspectives.
| false |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
| null |
STS.006[J]
| false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
CI-H
|
24.08[J]
|
Philosophical Issues in Brain Science
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An introduction to some central philosophical questions about the mind, specifically those intimately connected with contemporary psychology and neuroscience. Discussions focus on arguments over innate concepts; 'mental images' as pictures in the head; whether color is in the mind or in the world; and whether there can be a science of consciousness. Explains the relevant parts of psychology and neuroscience as the subject proceeds.
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Fall
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
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9.48[J]
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False
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Humanities
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CI-H
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24.09
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Minds and Machines
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Introduction to philosophy of mind. Can computers think? Is the mind an immaterial thing? Alternatively, is the mind the brain? How can creatures like ourselves think thoughts that are about things? Can I know whether your experiences are the same as mine when we both look at raspberries, fire trucks, and stoplights? Can consciousness be given a scientific explanation?
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Spring
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
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False
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Humanities
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CI-H
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24.111
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Philosophy of Quantum Mechanics
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Quantum mechanics is said to describe a world in which physical objects often lack "definite" properties, indeterminism creeps in at the point of "observation," ordinary logic does not apply, and distant events are perfectly yet inexplicably correlated. Examination of these and other issues central to the philosophical foundations of quantum mechanics, with special attention to the measurement problem, no-hidden-variables proofs, and Bell's Inequalities. Rigorous approach to the subject matter nevertheless neither presupposes nor requires the development of detailed technical knowledge of the quantum theory.
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Spring
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
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Humanities
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False
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24.116
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Philosophy of Statistics
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Studies how to evaluate statistical hypotheses. Critically considers several prominent approaches, including frequentism (with its null hypotheses, test statistics, p-values), likelihoodism (with its likelihood ratios and relative support) and Bayesianism (with its priors, conditionalization, utilities). Focuses on foundations, not technicalities. Previous exposure to statistics will be helpful but isn't required.
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Spring
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
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False
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Humanities
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False
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24.118
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Paradox and Infinity
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Presents highlights of the more technical side of philosophy. Studies a cluster of puzzles, paradoxes, and intellectual wonders - from the higher infinite to Godel's Theorem - and discusses their philosophical implications. Recommended prerequisites: 6.100A, 18.01. Enrollment limited.
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Fall
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
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Humanities
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False
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24.121
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Metaphysics
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Study of basic metaphysical issues concerning existence, the mind-body problem, personal identity, and causation plus its implications for freedom. Classical as well as contemporary readings. Provides practice in written and oral communication.
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Spring
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
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False
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Humanities
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False
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24.122[J]
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Knowledge, Opinion, and Truth
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Seminar subject in political philosophy. Examines what it means for something to be true, how the truth is connected to what we mean by knowledge, and the difference between knowledge and opinion. Students engage in a close reading and discussion of Plato's three epistemological works. Taught as guided discussions of texts and student papers. Preference to students in Concourse.
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Spring
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
| null |
CC.118[J]
| false | false | false |
False
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Humanities
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False
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24.130
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Ethics
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Survey of moral philosophy in the Western tradition, focusing primarily on utilitarian, Kantian, and Aristotelian moral theories, along with selected criticisms of those theories. Explores the questions of what makes right actions right and wrong actions wrong, what a good life consists of, what it takes to be a virtuous person, and what it means to be free and responsible for one's actions. Debates why these ideas are important. Aim is to understand how some of the most influential philosophers have addressed these questions, and by so doing, to better understand and formulate one's own views. Readings from classic and contemporary authors, including Aristotle, Bentham, Kant, Rawls, Nagel, and Korsgaard. Enrollment limited.
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Fall
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
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Humanities
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False
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