NPRE 498

Fall 2013 Part of Term 1

Part of Term 1
Aug 26-Dec 11

Special Topics

Credit: 1 TO 4 hours.

Subject offerings of new and developing areas of knowledge in nuclear, plasma, and radiological engineering intended to augment the existing curriculum. See Class Schedule or departmental course information for topics and prerequisites.

May be repeated in the same or separate terms if topics vary.

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NPRE 498 class schedule data for fall 2013
CRN	Type	Section	Time	Day	Location	Instructor	Section Details
61873	Lecture-Discussion	FP2	2:00PM -3:20PM	TR	Talbot Laboratory	Zhang, Y	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 08/26/13-12/11/13 Credit: 4 hours Section Title: Multiple Events&Compu Methods Section Info: Graduate section requires separate 1 hour per week computer lab session, meeting day/time TBD. The classical and quantum theories of the interaction of radiation (electromagnetic wave, charged particle and neutral particle) with matter are the core compnonents of applied nuclear physics. The content of the subject is broad and important for many physical disciplines such as nuclear and materials science and engineering. This course, built on the knowledge of single event, extends to multiple events and collective phenomena, which are common in real systems. The course will begin with a review of the classical and quantum theories of radiation interactions and then move on the discussing the collective manifestation of the multiple events on the thermodynamic, structural and kinetic properties of materials. Relevant atoistic simulation and numerical methods will be introduced throughout the course. Restriction(s): Restricted to Graduate - Urbana-Champaign.
61874	Lecture-Discussion	M	2:00PM -3:20PM	TR	Talbot Laboratory	Zhang, Y	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 08/26/13-12/11/13 Credit: 3 hours Section Title: Multiple Events&Comp Methods Section Info: The classical and quantum theories of the interaction of radiation (electromagnetic wave, charged particle and neutral particle) with matter are the core components of applied nuclear physics. The content of the subject is broad and important for many physical disciplines, such as nuclear and materials science and engineering. This course, built on the knowledge of single event, extends to multiple events and collective phenomena, which are common in real systems. The course will begin with a review of the classical and quantum theories of radiation interactions and then move on to discussing the collective manifestation of the multiple events on the thermodynamic, structural and kinetic properties of materials. Relevant atomistic simulation and numerical methods will be introduced htroughout the course. Prereuisite: NPRE 446 or consent of instructor. Restriction(s): Restricted to Undergrad - Urbana-Champaign.
49727	Lecture-Discussion	MC	12:00PM -12:50PM	MWF	Talbot Laboratory	Ragheb, M	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 08/26/13-12/11/13 Credit: 3 hours Section Title: Monte Carlo Simulation Section Info: In-depth coverage of Monte Carlo Simulation with emphasis on the variance reduction and error estimation methodologies. Emphasizes the potential applications of Monte Carlo simulation methods in the science and engineering fields in general, and particle transport in particular in the fields of nuclear and plasma engineering. Restriction(s): Restricted to Undergrad - Urbana-Champaign.
49728	Lecture-Discussion	MC4	12:00PM -12:50PM	MWF	Talbot Laboratory	Ragheb, M	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 08/26/13-12/11/13 Credit: 4 hours Section Title: Monte Carlo Section Info: In-depth coverage of Monte Carlo Simulation with emphasis on the variance reduction and error estimation methodologies. Emphasizes the potential applications of Monte Carlo simulation methods in the science and engineering fields in general, and particle transport in particular in the fields of nuclear and plasma engineering. Restriction(s): Restricted to Graduate - Urbana-Champaign.
60327	Lecture-Discussion	NSF	3:30PM -5:20PM	R	Talbot Laboratory	Kaminski, M	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 08/26/13-12/11/13 Credit: 2 hours Section Title: Nucl Separ & Fuel Reprocessing Section Info: Radionuclide separations are the basis for recycling of nuclear fuel. This class will cover the chemistry and engineering of nuclear separations as used in reprocessing. Students will learn the basics of f-element and fission product chemistry; mathematical algoritms of reprocessing schemes; past, current, and developing reprocessing schemes; and the unit operations of reprocessing. Lessons learned from reprocessing accidents will be covered. The student will be expected to have completed basic collegiate chemistry, i.e. General Chemistry. After completing this class, the student will understand the chemical and engineering bases behind reprocessing schemes past and present. NPRE undergraduates in the power concentration may use credit in this course towards their technical electives.
61637	Lecture-Discussion	RA1	12:30PM -1:50PM	TR	Everitt Laboratory	Mohaghegh Ahmadabadi, Z	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 08/26/13-12/11/13 Credit: 3 hours Section Title: Intro Socio-Tech Risk Analysis Section Info: 3 hr sec restricted to UGs. Survey of multidisciplinary issues of risk, safety, and reliability of nuclear power plans and other complex systems. Topics: technical and social risk-contribution factors and issues arising from their dynamic interactions; the advantages of integrating probabilistic and deteministic perspectives; probalistic risk assessment and managment; risk-informed decision-making for design, operation, and regulatory oversight; challenges of multi-dimensional risk evaluation considering diverse interrelated performance metrics (e.g. safety, cost, quality) of high-risk organizations; issues of risk communication; public risk perceptions; and risk acceptance criteria. While the examples will primarily focus on the nuclear power domain, the course will also cover current advancements in risk analysis of other socio-technical systems (e.g., space, oil and gas). Prerequisites: Jr or Sr or Graduate level standing in engineering. Restriction(s): Restricted to Undergrad - Urbana-Champaign.
61644	Lecture-Discussion	RA4	12:30PM -1:50PM	TR	Everitt Laboratory	Mohaghegh Ahmadabadi, Z	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 08/26/13-12/11/13 Credit: 4 hours Section Title: Intro Socio-Tech Risk Anslysis Section Info: 4 hr sect restricted to grads. Course surveys multidiciplinary issues of risk, safety, and reliability of nuclear power plants and other complex systems. Topics: technical and social risk-contribution factors and issues arising from their dynamic interactions; the advantages of integrating probabilistic and deterministic perspectives; probabilistic risk assessment and management; risk-informed decision-making for design, operation, and regulatory oversight; challenges of multi-dimensional risk evaluation considering diverse interrelated performance metirics (e.g. saftey, cost, quality) of high-risk organizations; issues of risk communication; public risk perceptions; and risk acceptance criteria. While the exammples will primarily focus on the nuclear power domain, the course will also cover current advancements in risk analysis of other socio-technical systems (e.g., space, oil and gas). Prerequisites: Jr or Sr or Graduate standing in Engineering. Restriction(s): Restricted to Graduate - Urbana-Champaign.