Nuclear Reactor Engineering
The course will examine neutronics of thermal reactors, including neutron multiplication and reactor dynamics. It will cover neutron moderation and diffusion.
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3 days
In-Person
UNSW Canberra City Campus
$3,300.00
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Overview
This short course is tailored for those who want to prepare for a future industry involving land-based electric generation using nuclear technology. This course is aimed at:
- Professionals looking to stay up-to-day on the latest developments in the field
- Anyone involved or interested in the nuclear fuel market, commercial aspects, investments, or administration at commercial utilities.
- Students, researchers or the public with backgrounds in science or engineering.
Course content
This course is broken into the following core learning topics:
- Nuclear fundamentals
- Reactor theory and dynamics
- Nuclear and radiation safety
- Reactor controls
- Nuclear fuel and radioactive waste
Learning outcomes
By completing this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand fundamental concepts of nuclear engineering
- Describe the basic processes of nuclear fission in a thermal reactor
- Analyse the types and mechanisms of radioactive decay
- Apply principles of atomic and nuclear physics to solve problems related to neutron interactions
- Understand reactivity and the effective multiplication factor and its significance in operations
- Explain the principles of neutron transport and diffusion in nuclear reactors
- Solve problems related to reactivity and neutron poisons
Who should attend
The course is tailored to those who want to prepare for a future nuclear industry in Australia. This course is aimed at working professionals who are looking to stay updated on developments or anyone involved or interested in Australia’s participation in future electric generation.
Facilitator
Jack Dillich
Jack holds an advanced degree in Nuclear Engineering. He has decades of experience in nuclear power, nuclear propulsion and research reactors.
Cancellation policy
Courses will be held subject to sufficient registrations. UNSW Canberra reserves the right to cancel a course up to five working days prior to commencement of the course. If a course is cancelled, you will have the opportunity to transfer your registration or be issued a full refund. If registrant cancels within 10 days of course commencement, a 50% registration fee will apply. UNSW Canberra is a registered ACT provider under ESOS Act 2000-CRICOS provider Code 00098G.