Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering Technology

Nuclear power plant engineers on the job

Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering Technology

Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering Technology

Nuclear power plant engineers on the job

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Build a Powerful Career with a BS in Nuclear Engineering Technology

100% Online Learning

Excelsior University’s BS in Nuclear Engineering Technology program helps you hone the in-demand skills you need to build new opportunities in your nuclear career.

Our 100% online program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET and instructed by faculty who have years of technical experience. With an industry-responsive curriculum that maps easily to U.S. Navy training and the experiences of those already working in the nuclear industry, you’ll build knowledge in key areas such as reactor operations, health physics, quality assurance, chemistry, and instrumentation and control.

Choose between two technical concentrations to diversify your skills or pursue the general option and design a study plan that fits your individual goals.

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PROGRAM DETAILS

Online BS in Nuclear Engineering Technology.

  • General Education33 Credits
  • Major Core65 Credits
  • University4 Credits
  • Electives3 Credits
  • Concentration15 Credits

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  • General

    • Build a broad foundation in nuclear engineering technology with practical skills in blueprint reading, instrumentation and control systems, and energy fundamentals. Gain insight into infrastructure security and energy utilization to prepare for technical and operational nuclear roles.

  • Nuclear Cybersecurity

    • Defend critical nuclear infrastructure against cyberthreats by mastering computer security fundamentals, legal and compliance frameworks, and defense-in-depth strategies tailored to the nuclear industry. Plus, explore business continuity planning and real-world case studies to safeguard nuclear operations against evolving digital risks.

  • Nuclear Leadership

    • Prepare for leadership roles and learn to address change management and risk assessment within the nuclear sector. Focus on organizational behavior, strategic leadership, and effective communication in nuclear environments to build confidence in managing teams and driving innovation in complex settings.

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    Online learning demands a high level of self-discipline and effort, but I found the structure to be well designed and supportive. One of the most valuable aspects was the ability to choose courses that aligned with my professional responsibilities, allowing me to immediately apply what I was learning to real-world situations. The experience was absolutely worth the effort and has had a meaningful impact on both my personal and professional growth.

    Richard Rowe
    Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering Technology, 2024

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    Institutional Accreditation

    Excelsior University is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) www.msche.org. Excelsior University’s accreditation status is accreditation reaffirmed. The Commission’s most recent action on the institution’s accreditation status on June 23, 2022 was to reaffirm accreditation. MSCHE is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education to conduct accreditation and pre-accreditation (candidate status) activities for institutions of higher education including distance, correspondence education, and direct assessment programs offered at those institutions. The Commission’s geographic area of accrediting activities is throughout the United States.

    All of Excelsior University’s academic programs are registered (i.e., approved) by the New York State Education Department.

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    ABET Accreditation

    Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering Technology accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Nuclear Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.

    FAQ

    You can complete a bachelor’s degree program at Excelsior University in four years. Excelsior’s BS in Nuclear Engineering Technology program is 120 credits, and your time to completion depends on the amount of credit you transfer into the program and the number of courses you take per term.

    In addition to the nuclear energy industry, NET graduates can find job opportunities in medical technology, research and regulation, and national defense.

    Nuclear engineering professionals need a strong working knowledge of nuclear fundamentals along with mechanical and electrical systems skills. Analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent math and physics knowledge, and high attention to detail are also important for career success.

    Courses in Excelsior’s BS in Nuclear Engineering Technology program include:

    • Introduction to Heat Transfer and Fluid Mechanics
    • Electrical Theory
    • Power Plant Components
    • Reactor Core Fundamentals
    • Health Physics and Radiation Protection

    Excelsior’s BS in Nuclear Engineering Technology program offers three concentrations: Nuclear Leadership, Nuclear Cybersecurity, and General.

    Yes, Excelsior University’s Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering Technology program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Nuclear Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs.