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Chernobyl, Fukushima, and more. Join this modern history course to learn about the most fascinating and disastrous accidents in the history of nuclear and atomic energy.

Instructor: Christopher Martin, PhD

Course Description: Nuclear and atomic power have long been known as a potent source of energy with interesting properties. However, over the course of learning about these properties and harnessing this energy, a host of fascinating mistakes and accidents have occurred. This course traces a brief history of mankind’s relationship with nuclear and atomic power, giving special attention to the accidents that have occurred, including Three-Mile Island, Chernobyl, and Fukushima.

OUR PRAYER BEFORE CLASS MEETINGS:

Grant me the grace, O merciful God,
to desire ardently all that is pleasing to Thee,
to examine it prudently,
to acknowledge it truthfully,
and to accomplish it perfectly,
for the praise and glory of Thy name.

Amen.