Course title
7M9915001
Nuclear Energy

 ARAI Tsuyoshi
Course content
　In order to achieve the sustainable development of the world, effective utilization of nuclear energy is essential. For effective utilization of nuclear energy, it is necessary to correctly understand about radiation, the principle of nuclear power system, fission reaction, spent nuclear fuel reprocessing, and so on. In this class, we will give lectures on the basics of radiation, the principles of nuclear power generation, the nuclear fuel cycle, radioactive waste disposal and the next-generation nuclear energy system.
Purpose of class
In this class, it aims to enhance knowledge of the basics of radiation, the principle of nuclear power generation, nuclear fuel cycle, and the problem of radioactive waste.
Goals and objectives
  1. 1. It aims to correctly understand the effects and protection of radiation and the human body, and be able to calculate the attenuation of radioactivity.
  2. 2. It aims to be able to explain about the nuclear power generation system, nuclear fuel cycle, and radioactive waste disposal.
  3. 3. It aims to enable to select an appropriate energy system that comprehensively considers resources, energy, and environmental issues.
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

 Short exam Report Final exam report Total.
1. 5% 5% 20% 30%
2. 5% 5% 25% 35%
3. 5% 5% 25% 35%
Total. 15% 15% 70% -
Language
English
Class schedule

 Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1． Global environmental problems and energy resources Guidance for this lecture
Refer to Chapter 1 of the handout 		100minutes
2． Transition of energy use and positioning of nuclear energy Review to Chapter 1 of the handout
Refer to Chapter 2 of the handout 		100minutes
3． Radiation properties and protection Review to Chapter 2 of the handout
Refer to Chapter 3 of the handout 		100minutes
4． Effective utilization and application of radiation Review to Chapter 3 of the handout
Refer to Chapter 4 of the handout 		100minutes
5． Fission chain reaction and criticality Review to Chapter 4 of the handout
Refer to Chapter 5 of the handout 		100minutes
6． Basic principle of nuclear reactor Review to Chapter 5 of the handout
Refer to Chapter 6 of the handout 		100minutes
7． Types and characteristics of nuclear reactors Review to Chapter 6 of the handout
Refer to Chapter 7 of the handout 		100minutes
8． Spent nuclear fuel and nuclear fuel cycle Review to Chapter 7 of the handout
Refer to Chapter 8 of the handout 		100minutes
9． Basics and principles of reprocessing for spent nuclear fuel Review to Chapter 8 of the handout
Refer to Chapter 9 of the handout 		100minutes
10． Principle of fast reactor and effective use of Pu Review to Chapter 9 of the handout
Refer to Chapter 10 of the handout 		100minutes
11． Classification of radioactive waste Review to Chapter 10 of the handout
Refer to Chapter 11 of the handout 		100minutes
12． Treatment and disposal of high-level radioactive liquid waste Review to Chapter 11 of the handout
Refer to Chapter 12 of the handout 		100minutes
13． Basics and Principles of Nuclear Fusion Review to Chapter 12 of the handout
Refer to Chapter 13 of the handout 		100minutes
14． Future of nuclear power and latest research trends Review to Chapter 13 of the handout
Refer to Chapter 14 of the handout 		100minutes
Total. - - 1400minutes
Evaluation method and criteria
Short exam, report and final exam report (15:15:70).
S: More than total 90%. A: More than total 80%. B: More than total 70%. C: More than total 60%. D: Less than total 59%.
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
ways of feedback specific contents about "Other"
Feedback in the class
Textbooks and reference materials
Handout is distributed if necessary
Prerequisites
Nothing special
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • Tuesday 12:30〜13:00
Regionally-oriented
Non-regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
Active-learning course
More than one class is interactive
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable
Applicable Utilizing the experience of engaging in the development of spent nuclear fuel reprocessing process, I will teach the concept necessary for process development.
Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
  • 4.QUALITY EDUCATION
  • 7.AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY
  • 9.INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
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