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SUMMARY

Mitchell, a first-year engineering student at the University of Michigan, is exploring a career in Nuclear Engineering. He is interested in the potential resurgence of the Nuclear Power industry and seeks information on job opportunities, particularly those that involve hands-on work rather than desk jobs. He is considering pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.S.E.) in Nuclear Engineering, along with minors in Electrical Engineering and Mathematics, and is curious about the necessity of a Master's degree for entry-level positions. Additionally, he is interested in how Nuclear Engineers can integrate business aspects into their careers.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Nuclear Engineering principles
  • Familiarity with the job market for engineers, specifically in the Nuclear Power industry
  • Knowledge of educational pathways for engineering degrees, including B.S.E. and Master's programs
  • Basic awareness of labor statistics and career resources, such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics
NEXT STEPS
  • Research job roles available for Nuclear Engineers in the power production industry
  • Investigate the educational requirements for entry-level positions in Nuclear Engineering
  • Explore opportunities for combining engineering with business, such as engineering management roles
  • Review resources on labor statistics for specialized engineering fields, particularly Nuclear Engineering
USEFUL FOR

This discussion is beneficial for first-year engineering students, prospective Nuclear Engineering majors, and anyone interested in the intersection of engineering and business within the Nuclear Power sector.

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First of all I am new to these forums and I thought I would introduce my self. My name is Mitchell and I am a first year engineering student at the University of Michigan. Now I've always been interested in Nuclear Engineering. My dad really got my started and it just seems a lot more interesting than a lot of other forms of engineering. Now I am not 100% sold on it and am looking to learn more about it. The thing is I've got a lot of credit coming in from High School already so I basically need to "declare" by the end of the year, or at least decide on a course path to take. My only concerns is there is so much out there and I really don't want to take a class that ends up being a waste of my time, because I plan on graduating early. So I have a few basic questions.

From reports I've been reading and what I would just think is common sense I would think the Nuclear Power industry should be reemerging pretty soon. I'm hoping this will increase the demand for nuclear engineers. What are some jobs a nuclear engineer could get in the power production industry. I don't really want to be behind a desk all day, I'd like some more hands on stuff if possible.

Also is this a career field where a Masters is pretty much needed for entry, or would a B.S.E. suffice? I am looking right now at getting a B.S.E. in Nuclear Engineering and a minor in Electrical Engineering and a minor in Mathematics, because a lot of courses overlap.

I also have a thing for business, but not enough to make it my sole career (I need math and science). Are there ways for a Nuclear Engineer to enter into the more business side of things but still retain the science side?

Thanks for any advice,
 
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There is some really good statistical information for this (and all jobs) on the dept of labor statistics website.

http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos027.htm

There is usually a listing of the more specialized types (ME, EE, NE, CE, etc) but I can't seem to find it for Nuclear. The page typically has other jobs that are available, etc. Maybe you can find it.

Cheers.
 
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