Applied Nuclear Core Design for PWR Reactors
Course number: TRF-CD0001-G
Objectives:
Give an applied training on the nuclear core design and in-core fuel management process, including loading pattern development and optimization. The trainee will profit from the world-wide applied experience of Framatome engineers on different type of PWR reactors and safety regulations. The training is based on the code system CASCADE-3D. It can also be alternatively offered with ARCADIA.
Content:
The training consists of the following topics (and can be adapted on customer needs):
Introduction in the methods and codes used in the CASCADE-3D code system
Calculation of nuclear cross sections and form functions
Optimization of nuclear cores using the loading pattern optimization tool RELOGS
Execution of neutronic and thermo-hydraulic calculations needed for the Incore Fuel Management (including the application of the codes PRISM, PINPOW, BEA and PANBOX for MSLB calculations)
Generation of data for the process control computer and/or Core Monitoring System
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The contents, the format (see hereafter), and the duration are adapted according to the customer request and needs.
The course materials are based on the most up-to-date world-wide Framatome know-how to provide to our attendees the highest quality on the technical content of our courses.
The teaching material includes interactive PowerPoint presentations and hands-on exercises. The training can also comprise exercises on simulator, on equipment mock-ups, and also guided visits of test facilities.
The instructors comes from the Framatome GmbH Fuel Engineering site. Their knowledge is based on years of experience in engineering service activities, as well as on the specific competences necessary for the training.
If you have any questions or if our current training offer does not exactly match your needs, we encourage you to contact us!
Date & Duration:
On request
Language:
English, German - Other languages can be offered on demand
Formats & Location:
The courses can be organized according to different formats:
Instructor led classroom / lab - in Erlangen, Germany or on-site
E-learning
Webinar
Price:
On request
Target Group:
The training targets any professional working within or in relationship with the nuclear fuel domain. The contents of the trainings are then adapted based on the background and the interest of the trainee(s).
Prerequisites:
No special prerequisites are necessary. The contents of the trainings are then adapted based on the background and the interest of the trainee(s).
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