AS 4235 - Atomic America

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

American Studies

Description:

The United States originated atomic technology during the Manhattan project of World War II in which the first nuclear weapons were constructed and used. More than a half a century later, the U.S. continues to be the global leader in the development and deployment of atomic technology. This course examines the origination and use of atomic power for weaponry, and for civilian purposes, to nuclear-fueled space systems to food iradiation. It explores the relationship between military and civilian uses of atomic power, and issues of nuclear weapons proliferation . It considers the public health and environmental impacts of atomic technology and the political and economic factors involved in it's promotion. It investigates the current U.S. push fo rthe building of "new, improved " nuclear plants worldwide. Preequisite: EMS.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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