Suggest what concerns regarding the environment emerge as a result of the use of nuclear energy. Suggest how environmental concerns regarding the use of non-nuclear methods of electrical generation might be alleviated with the use of nuclear energy. Using a solid knowledge base of all of the previous outcomes, develop a position which either supports or rejects the use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes. Defend a position which either supports or rejects the use of nuclear energy for peaceful purposes. Defend a position which either supports or rejects the use of nuclear energy for military purposes.
Various opportunities exist for excellent research projects.
For example, students could compare the design of various different types of fission reactors in use or in development throughout the world. Have students write to various sources to obtain their literature on nuclear energy. In groups, have them scrutinize the material for bias. Research current issues regarding the use of nuclear reactors. This helps to draw connections to the technological, environmental, and societal aspects involved in the study of physics.