to prepare students for successful careers and lifelong learning;
to train students thoroughly in methods of analysis, including the mathematical and computational skills appropriate for engineers to use when solving problems;
to develop the skills pertinent to the design process, including the students’ ability to formulate problems, to think creatively, to communicate effectively, to synthesize information, and to work collaboratively;
to teach students to use current experimental and data analysis techniques for engineering applications; and
to instill in our students an understanding of their professional and ethical responsibilities.

The undergraduate curriculum in nuclear and radiological engineering is structured to meet the needs of both the student who contemplates employment immediately after graduation and the student planning to pursue graduate study. It provides maximum flexibility in the form of options for each student to develop his or her unique interests and capabilities. The core curriculum covers the basic principles of nuclear engineering, nuclear reactor core design, reactor systems engineering, nuclear power economics, reactor operations, radiation sources and detection instruments, radiation transport, radiation protection, criticality safety, regulatory requirements, and radioactive materials management.

In addition to the Institute's academic requirements for graduation with a bachelor's degree, the following are required for a B.S. NRE degree.

A C or better must be earned in MATH 1501, MATH 1502, MATH 2401, MATH 2403, and ISYE/MATH 3770
The aggregate GPA of all NRE classes must be a 2.0 or higher