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The OPAL reactor

Basics in Nuclear Literacy Short Course - ADELAIDE

Date
Tue 18 Nov at 9.30am - Tue 18 Nov at 4.00pm
Cost
$495 + GST
Venue University of Adelaide
Ingkarni Wardli 7.15 (level 7 conference room)
Adelaide SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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What to expect

Suitable for all staff regardless of prior knowledge and experience, this one-day course is an introduction to the fundamentals of radiation, nuclear safety, and an overview of the nuclear industry and capabilities in Australia. Co-presented by ANSTO and the Centre for Radiation Research, Education and Innovation, University of Adelaide, the Basics in Nuclear Literacy Course covers the following content:

Australia’s nuclear baseline
 

  • History of the nuclear industry
  • Nuclear fuel cycle
  • Australia's current facilities and capabilities
  • Regulation, laws, treaties and legislation
  • Nuclear Stewardship
  • Nuclear stakeholders and agencies
  • International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
  • Radioactive Waste Management for Australia
  • Public engagement and nuclear education
  • Future outlook in Australia


Fundamentals of nuclear science

  • Understanding the basics of radioactivity
  • Background radiation
  • Uses of radiation
  • Units of measurement
  • Hazards and effects
  • Radiation safety and environmental monitoring
  • Risk assessment and controls
     


Tours
 

  • Virtual tour of the OPAL multi-purpose reactor, Australia's only nuclear reactor
  • Explanation of ANSTO's radioactive waste storage facilities


This course is delivered by subject matter experts and will include a mix of theory and experiential learning activities. Lunch and refreshments are provided and please wear comfortable clothes and flat, closed-in shoes for the tour. 

Cost: $495 + GST 
Bookings cancelled with a minimum of 48 hours' notice won't be invoiced.