Conference Session

Research and Education in Radiation and Radiologic

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mitchell Pryor; Sheldon Landsberger

Tagged Divisions

Nuclear and Radiological

learned in part from the projects referenced above)that the fundamental obstacle to flexible automation in the nuclear domain is a lack of engineerswith a nuclear background capable of fully understanding the complex requirements ofdeploying virtual any technology in high radiation environments. Our interdisciplinary programis motivated by the need to bridge this gap.Program Objective and OverviewOur program objective is to develop future engineers and researchers with the requisitebackground and experience to bring advanced, flexible automation to the national-industrialnuclear complex. To meet this objective, the university has developed a program with three keyelements: (1) complete a highly customized interdisciplinary curricula (described

Conference Session

Curriculum Development and Teaching Models in NRE

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Dimitri Tamalis, Florida Memorial University; Sheldon Landsberger, University of Texas, Austin; Steven Biegalski, University of Texas, Austin; Vanessa Sanders, Florida Memorial University; Chanika Symister, Florida Memorial University; Rose Stiffin, Florida Memorial University

Tagged Divisions

Nuclear and Radiological

supply according to Figure 1 Fig. 1. Experimental Setup LND Neutron Timer - Counter Fission Chamber Amplifier NIM Power Pre-Amp Supply Page 14.603.3 SCA HV power supplyBackground counts and counts

Conference Session

Research and Education in Radiation and Radiologic

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Erich Schneider, University of Texas, Austin; Steven Biegalski, University of Texas, Austin; David Hearnsberger, University of Texas, Austin; Sheldon Landsberger, University of Texas, Austin

Tagged Divisions

Nuclear and Radiological

radiological hazards are present. We have structured the Institute around twointensive two-week academic sessions with a classroom environment in the morning andlaboratory experiments in the afternoon. The 1 Megawatt TRIGA reactor at UT-Austinwill therefore play a central role in the Institute curriculum, as will the health physics Page 14.1096.2instrumentation maintained at UT-Austin. The strong practical and experimentalcomponent of the Institute curriculum will be complemented by the classroom lectures.These provide a sound grounding in the fundamentals of health physics, nuclear reactorphysics and nuclear systems engineering.Institute Overview and

Conference Session

Curriculum Development and Teaching Models in NRE

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brenden Mervin, University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Guillermo Maldonado, University of Tennessee

Tagged Divisions

Nuclear and Radiological

of the fundamental principlesbehind cross-section processing, reactor physics, criticality safety, and other related applicationsby demonstrating how these computational packages are used in these specific areas. This willalso open a gateway for national laboratory initiatives as well as university-laboratory-industrypartnerships for the professional development of future nuclear engineers. Figure 1 illustrates thetimetable associated with this educational project. Figure 1: Overview of US NRC Project led by University of Tennessee and Texas A&M The modules outlined in Figure 1 will be structured into “standalone” educational toolsable to independently provide substantial fundamental and interactive information on the

Conference Session

Research and Education in Radiation and Radiologic

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sheldon Landsberger, University of Texas, Austin; Ofodike Ezekoye, University of Texas, Austin; David Hearnsberger, University of Texas, Austin; Rose Stiffin, Florida Memorial University; Michael Elliott, Florida Memorial University; Dimitri Tamalis, Florida Memorial University; Carlos Handy, Texas Southern University; Elena Stefanova, Texas Southern University; Muchere Russ, Huston-Tilliston

Tagged Divisions

Nuclear and Radiological

pursue nuclear science related experiences. V. To increase awareness of nuclear science related careers to HT students and minority groups in the communityOutcomes:1 Adapt modules from University of Texas courses for inclusion in the following courses: Environmental Biology, Introduction to Biology, Physical Science, General Chemistry II, Organic Chemistry II, Physical Chemistry, and Physics II over a two year period2 Plan developed and evaluated for HT nuclear science concentration3 Implement alternate course in nuclear science as a second Physical Science options for HT students4 Have at least three students participate in summer internships or complete a semester at Florida Memorial University or courses at UT5 Prepare a

Conference Session

Curriculum Development and Teaching Models in NRE

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Keith Holbert, Arizona State University; Jeffrey Goss, Arizona State University

Tagged Divisions

Nuclear and Radiological

Generation III plants proposed forconstruction in the U.S. over the next decade.The graduate-level certificate program requires 18 semester hours of coursework (i.e., six 3-hrclasses) with at minimum of two-thirds at the 500-level or higher. The following 3-hr courses(also see Figure 1) are presently listed within the professional certificate program (with somecategorized as core courses and others as electives):Core courses • Structural Materials in Nuclear Power Systems • Reactor Theory and Design • Reactor System Dynamics and Controls • Interdisciplinary Nuclear Power Operations (the course being reported herein)Elective classes • Nuclear Power Engineering – nuclear science and engineering fundamentals • Electrical Power Plants