Energy. One of the most important quantities of science, which our civilization is using more of every day. The impending shortages of energy, as well as environmental considerations of fossil fuels are driving us to develop alternative energies to push our world into a brighter future. One particularly promising form is nuclear energy. What is the physics behind nuclear energy? What are the theoretical limits of nuclear energy production? What are the environmental considerations? What are the scientific applications of nuclear energy? In this course, we will explore nuclear energy on a fundamental level, the reason for why nuclear processes are more energetic than others, and how to think of energy production conceptually. Topics covered include nuclear fission and thermonuclear fusion, the physics that drive these processes, and the current status of these fields today. If you would like an exciting overview of nuclear energy without being overwhelmed by too much mathematics, this is the class for you!