Nuclear Fundamentals

University of South Carolina Aiken

471 University Parkway, Aiken, SC 29801

The Center for Lifelong Learning is an organization dedicated to providing continuing learning opportunities to adults in Aiken, SC and the surrounding Central Savannah River Area. Six (6) Tuesdays, September 9, 16, 23, 30 & October 7, 14, 2025 2:00 pm – 3:15 pm The “Nuclear Fundamentals” six part series course will provide attendees with a broad and basic understanding of nuclear science fundamentals. Attendees will learn about the atomic nucleus, isotopes, radiation, radioactive half-life, and the uses of nuclear technology in our world today in a unique and approachable manner. Each of the six sessions will involve innovative simple hands-on activities, performed in pairs or teams, designed to engage participants and to reinforce key concepts. These hands-on activities use materials ranging from marbles and cookies, to custom-made science-related kits that have proven engaging to novice as well as experienced attendees Instructor Bio: Bill Wabbersen, a nuclear engineer, worked at the Savannah River Site for almost 30 years and retired from Savannah River Nuclear Solutions and later from National Nuclear Security Administration. Bill has conducted nuclear science educational outreach activities across the US. Honors include the American Nuclear Society Landis Public Communication and Education Award and Citizens for Nuclear Technology’s Nuclear Service Award.