Monte Carlo Simulations

Host University

Virginia Commonwealth University

Semester

Spring 2024

Course Number

EGMN 560.C90

CRN

46743

Credits

3

Discipline

Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering

Instructor

James Miller (JGMILLER@VCU.EDU)

Times and Days

06:00 PM - 07:15 PM

M, W

Course Information

The course covers key aspects of computer modeling and simulation with the emphasis on statistical resampling and Monte Carlo techniques. Students will complete a number of modeling projects utilizing programming languages commonly used in the nuclear industry. As such the course includes gaining a basic proficiency in the appropriate programming language, including the development of good programming practices.

Prerequisites

Enrollment is restricted to students with senior or graduate standing in the School of Engineering or by permission of instructor.