Nuclear Engineering Short Course

Nuclear Reactor Design and Safety Analysis

When
July

Mode of delivery
In Person

Duration
8 Days

Location
Tonsley

$4,500*

What you'll study

This short course will provide a fundamental understanding of nuclear reactor neutronics, focusing on neutron/matter interactions, radioactive decay, and neutron multiplication.

It covers neutron diffusion and moderation for various reactor geometries.

Key areas include energy production, power systems, energy conversion design, safety engineering, phenomenological modeling, probabilistic risk assessment, risk-informed design, and advanced power-plant systems design.

Who should attend

The Nuclear Reactor Design and Safety Analysis microcredential can be undertaken by those in industry that want to prepare for future industries, including shifting our submarines from diesel to nuclear power.

This course is aimed at:

Experienced professionals looking to stay updated on the latest developments in the field
Energy industry professionals who need to understand the implications of the nuclear fuel cycle on energy production
Anyone involved or interested in the nuclear fuel market, commercial aspects, investments, or contract administration at utilities and producers.
Students and researchers with backgrounds in chemistry, physics and engineering.

Learning outcomes

Apply the fundamental principles and designs of various types of nuclear reactors
Analyse and evaluate the efficiency and safety aspects of nuclear power systems
Apply numerical methods and simulations for modelling reactor behaviour
Critically assess and discuss the advantages, challenges, and prospects of nuclear power systems

Assessment

Collaborative Activities and reports

Credentials

On completion of this course, you will earn a Flinders Digital Credential that is verifiable and recognised as proof of your new skills and can be shared on LinkedIn to enhance your profile with employers.

Entry requirements

This course is open to Australian citizens only.

Please contact us to discuss the full entry requirements.

Program facilitator

Professor Giselle Rampersad

Travelling from interstate to study with us?

What you'll get credit for

Completing this course will count as one topic credit towards the University Certificate in Nuclear Engineering from the University of Rhode Island.

It will also provide credit towards the nuclear engineering major in a range of degree programs including:

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*Upon completing the 5 nuclear micro-credentials, each topic will be discounted to $4,000, and you will earn the University Certificate in Nuclear Engineering from the University of Rhode Island.