Nuclear Power Energy Fundamentals

Renewable Energy & Sustainability · 5 Days · Public · Al-Khobraa certified · From USD 2,500

Overview

Nuclear energy and the nuclear sector are still a relevant energy source, especially considering that we live in a world striving to cut emissions, nuclear is an appealing choice when facing climate change effects and considering the need of zero-carbon emissions. In addition, the depleting stock of fossil fuels and global concern over the preservation of environment has projected nuclear energy as a very relevant option. Nuclear power energy production is different from other industries being a high hazard industry and as such, it is imperative to grasp the essentials at an early level.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the basics of nuclear power energy
• Apply the safety concepts learned during this course in their work
• Analyse situations during operation and explain any unsafe operating mode
• Determine if there is a need to check situations when operating parameters may not be within the operating envelop
• Help to develop emergency response plans

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for professionals already working, safety professionals, and other professionals seeking to strengthen their capability in this area.

• Professionals already working
• Safety professionals
• Professionals in Nuclear

Course Outline

Day 1 — The Basics of Nuclear Energy and its Importance

• Energy Source
• Nuclear Power Plant
• Electricity from Nuclear Energy
• Radioactivity

Day 2 — Basics of Nuclear Power Hazards and Safety

• Fundamental Radiation - Effects of Radiation on Health
• Hazard Identification – Internal/External Hazards
• Safety of Nuclear Power Plant
• Acceptance Criteria - Safety Functions

Day 3 — Nuclear Reactor and Nuclear Fuels

• Nuclear Reactor Fundamentals
• Nuclear Power Plant Fuels Fundamentals
• The Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Cooling Concepts
• Cooling Loss

Day 4 — Safe Operation of Nuclear Power Plant

• Plant Operational Conditions
• Nuclear Facility Operation
• Supplying Fuel for Reactor
• Nuclear Waste Management

Day 5 — Learning from Nuclear Accidents

• Nuclear Accident Scenarios
• Accident Pathway
• Consequences - INES Scale
• Three Mile Island Accident 1979 - Paks 2003 - Fukushima 2011

Accreditation

Al-Khobraa certified. On completion delegates receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of achievement.

Dates & Venues

Dates	Venue	Delivery	Duration	Fee (USD)
13–17 December 2026	Jeddah, KSA	Public	5 days	4,500
14–18 December 2026	Online / Virtual	Virtual	5 days	2,500

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