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Beyond the grid
Craig Piercycpiercy@ans.org
In this month’s issue of Nuclear News, readers will find coverage of the “other” areas where nuclear technology is pushing into new frontiers. From marine nuclear propulsion to nuclear systems that enable planetary exploration, the articles in these pages are a reminder that the influence of applied nuclear science extends far beyond the electric grid.
When many people hear the phrase “civil nuclear technology,” they still think first of power plants—an understandable association. Nuclear power has been one of the most reliable sources of large-scale electricity for decades. It is our storefront.
But nuclear technology has always been bigger than electrons.
Several resources exist to help those preparing to take the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam in Nuclear Engineering.
Nuclear PE exam information at NCEES websiteProvides basic information about the exam, including format and registration information.
MyNCEES account loginPortal to creating an account, which is required before signing up for the exam.
Exam specificationDownloadable PDF with an overview of the current topics covered on the exam.
Nuclear PE Exam Preparation Module ProgramProfessional Engineering Examination Committee volunteers have developed a study aid to help prepare engineers who are interested in becoming licensed in nuclear engineering. The Nuclear PE Exam Preparation Module Program aims to be a comprehensive study resource. The video-based online program expands upon the nuclear engineering PE exam study workshop formerly held each June at the ANS Annual Meeting. Each module presents content that follows a list of learning objectives and is aligned with the NCEES nuclear engineering PE exam specifications. Available for purchase online.
ANS Study Guide for the Professional Engineering Examination in Nuclear EngineeringContains information pertaining to PE registration, and the PE Exam knowledge domains, including sample exam questions with solutions. Available for purchase in the ANS Store.
In addition to the ANS educational products, NCEES also offers a Nuclear PE Practice Exam for purchase. The practice exam contains 85 questions from past exams; simulates the format, style, and level of difficulty of exam questions; and provides solutions to enhance the exam taker's understanding for each specification area.
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