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1 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D1 University-Based Nuclear Education and R&D Dr. Bill Garland garlandw@mcmaster.cagarlandw@mcmaster.ca Exec. Dir, of UNENE www.unene.cawww.unene.ca Acad. Dir. of CANTEACH http://canteach.candu.orghttp://canteach.candu.org Prof. of Nuc. Eng., McMaster Univ. www.nuceng.cawww.nuceng.ca

2 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D2 Presentation Objective Background: –Nuclear in Canada –Very brief intro to nuclear reactors Identify research and educational –Areas –Initiatives

3 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D3 Introduction - a reality check We are here. Let’s make the best it. Quality of life requires energy. Nuclear power is the only existing option that transcends the limitations of nonrenewable alternatives and renewable alternatives. We conclude, then, that nuclear should be part of the energy mix now and in the future… …that is, we have a functional requirement for nuclear energy.

4 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D4 Fission To make sense of nuclear reactor design in general, and CANDU design in particular, the reader needs to have some familiarity with a few key nuclear concepts and phenomena. In a nutshell, slow neutrons (called thermal neutrons) can initiate a fission of uranium 235 (U-235), an isotope of uranium that occurs in nature.

5 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D5 Fast vs. slow neutrons Natural uranium that is mined from the ground is 0.7% U- 235 and 99.3% U-238. The result of fission is fission products that are radioactive, radiation, fast (or energetic) neutrons and heat. The fast neutrons have a low probability of inducing further fissions, and hence have a low probability of generating more neutrons and thus sustaining a chain reaction.

6 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D6 Cross sections Fission is more likely if neutron energy is low.

7 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D7 Basic functional requirements We need: a fuel such as U-235 a moderator to thermalize (i.e., slow down) the fast neutrons a coolant to remove the heat a control system to control the number of neutrons a shielding system to protect equipment and people from radiation a system that pulls all this together into a workable device.

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9 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D9

10 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D10 The system that pulls it all together We pull together the various requirements related to –fuel, –moderation, –cooling, –control and –shielding Layered, defense-in-depth approach wherein the radioactive fission products are kept from the environment. Designing a nuclear plant is not a trivial exercise. There are many systems and sub- systems that interact.

11 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D11 In Canada, we have these uncoordinated nuclear elements: CANTEACH – an open CANDU document repository (2001) UNENE – a nuclear centre of excellence (2002) NUCENG – an university based portal and repository (1998) CNS – a society of nuclear individuals (conferences, bulletin, …) (1979) COG – an industrial consortium of operators and designers (1984). Sponsors CANTEACH and member of UNENE OCI - provides a forum for exchange of information related to technical and quality issues with particular regard to the potential impact of such issues on the supply base for its members' products and services. Nuclear Canada portal – a wiki based portal to the Canadian Nuclear Enterprise. Canadian Initiatives

12 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D12 Existing Networks UNENE – University Network of Excellence in Nuclear Engineering, Canada (2002) WNU - World Nuclear University (2003) ENEN - European Nuclear Education Network (2003) ANENT - Asian Network for Education in Nuclear Technology (2004) NTEC - Nuclear Technology Education Consortium (UK) (2005) RANSE - Russian Association of Nuclear Science and Education (2005)

13 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D13 What is UNENE? UNENE = University Network of Excellence in Nuclear Engineering UNENE is an industry driven alliance of prominent Canadian universities and nuclear industry

14 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D14 UNENE has three distinct objectives: Enhance the supply of highly qualified graduates in nuclear engineering and technology. Reinvigorate university-based research and development in nuclear engineering and technology focusing primarily on mid to longer term research. Create a group of respected, university-based, nuclear experts for public and industry consultation.

15 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D15 Current Industry Membership –Ontario Power Generation (OPG) –Bruce Power (BP) –Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL) –CANDU Owners Group (COG) –Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) –Nuclear Safety Solutions (NSS)

16 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D16 University Members –McMaster University –Queen’s University –University of Toronto –University of Waterloo –University of Western Ontario –University of Ontario Institute of Technology –Ecole Polytechnique –University of New Brunswick –Royal Military College –University of Guelph

17 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D17 First Phase Funding Cash Funding (first phase) Industry: $ 7.8 M Universities: $ 0.81 M NSERC: $ 7.12 M (estimated) (Not including other nuclear research chairs and programs) Other In-kind Support: Industry and Universities: $4.97M Total impact ≥$20.7M

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19 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D19 University Research Areas McMaster: Nuclear Safety Analyses and Thermal Hydraulics (Dr. John Luxat, Associate Chair Dr. Dave Novog) moreDr. John Luxatmore Queen’s: Advanced Nuclear Materials (Dr. Rick Holt, Associate Chair Dr. M. Daymond) moreDr. Rick Holtmore Toronto: Nano-Engineering of Alloys (Dr. Roger Newman + Associate Chair) moreDr. Roger Newman more Waterloo: Risk-based Life Cycle Management (Dr. Mahesh Pandey + Associate Chair) moreDr. Mahesh Pandey more Western: Control, Instrumentation and Electrical Systems: (Dr. Jin Jiang + Associate Chair) moreDr. Jin Jiang more Nuclear Chemistry (Dr. David Shoesmith more / Clara Wren more)Dr. David ShoesmithmoreClara Wrenmore UOIT: Health Physics and Environmental Safety (Application under preparation) (Dr. Tony Waker, Associate Chair Dr. Ed Waller) moreDr. Tony Wakermore Ecole Polytechnique: (Dr. Daniel Rozon, Dr. Michel Pettigrew) New Brunswick: Chemistry and Corrosion (Dr. Derek Lister)Dr. Derek Lister Royal Military College: Nuclear Fuels (Dr. Brent Lewis under preparation) moreDr. Brent Lewis more

20 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D20 Other Research About 11, 3 year projects, proposed by existing university faculty from any Canadian university will be funded at approx. $90,000 each from UNENE and these funds will be matched by NSERC through Collaborative Research and Development grants. –Dr. Marilyn Lightstone, McMaster University moreDr. Marilyn Lightstonemore –Dr. Peter Tremain, Guelph University moreDr. Peter Tremainmore –Dr. Lynann Clapham, Queen’s University moreDr. Lynann Claphammore In addition to research output these projects will support Masters and Ph.D. graduate students.

21 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D21 Educational Programs Professional Development: Joint M. Eng. Degree in Nuclear Engineering has been accredited by OCGS. Currently about 25-30 students are active. The program is delivered by faculty from UNENE universities.10-12 graduates are expected each year. Full-time studies: New and continuing professors, supported by UNENE, supervise research based Masters and Doctoral students. Approx. 90 Masters, 30 Doctoral and 15 Post Doctoral people will be trained in the first phase. Currently 10 doctoral, 16 masters and 10 postdoctoral candidates are registered.

22 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D22 UNENE Web Site Tour www.unene.ca

23 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D23 CANTEACH Web Site Tour http://canteach.candu.org

24 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D24 NucEng Web Site Tour www.nuceng.ca

25 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D25 CNS Web Site Tour http://www.cns-snc.ca

26 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D26 COG Web Site Tour www.candu.org

27 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D27 OCI – Organization of CANDU Industries http://www.oci-aic.org/ http://www.oci-aic.org/

28 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D28 Nuclear Canada Portal www.nuclearcanada.ca www.nuclearcanada.ca

29 November 2007University-Based Nuclear Ed and R&D29 Questions? Dr. Bill Garland garlandw@mcmaster.cagarlandw@mcmaster.ca Exec. Dir, of UNENE www.unene.cawww.unene.ca Acad. Dir. of CANTEACH http://canteach.candu.orghttp://canteach.candu.org Prof. of Nuc. Eng., McMaster Univ. www.nuceng.cawww.nuceng.ca

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