ARCADIA User Training

Course Number: TRF-CM0001-G

Objectives:

Introduce the ARCADIA code system to the user and enable a quick knowledge build-up. This course provides an overview of how the ARCADIA system works and what differentiates Framatome’s fully licensed, next generation system code—ARCADIA—from other codes. After the course, the user will be able to relate previous knowledge on neutronic and thermal-hydraulic codes and methods to the new system and be able to set up complex combinations of calculations.

 

Content:

The training covers the following topics:

  • Introduction to the ARCADIA system (including comparison to CASCADE-3D)

  • Introduction to solvers

  • Introduction to LADON

  • Calculation of nuclear cross sections, outlook on other 2D calculation capabilities

  • Optimization of nuclear cores using Poseidon-GUI

  • Setting up evaluation calculations

  • Analysis of calculation results

  • Introduction to report automation

ARCADIA and LADON are trademarks or registered trademarks of Framatome or its affiliates, in the USA or other countries.

The contents, the format 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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