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Disposal Methods for Nuclear Waste: Pros and Cons

Exploring Storage, Safety, and Disposal Methods for Used Nuclear Fuel.

Created byMansoor Ikram, P.Eng, MBA
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(102 reviews)
BeginnerUpdated Apr 10, 2023
Disposal Methods for Nuclear Waste: Pros and Cons

What You'll Learn

check_circleUnderstand the process of producing used nuclear fuel and the need for careful handling and storage
check_circleDifferentiate between cooling ponds and dry casks and identify the factors determining the storage method
check_circleIdentify the benefits of dry cask storage and the design of spent fuel storage facilities
check_circleExplain the safety measures for nuclear waste storage facilities and the factors to consider when determining the location of a nuclear waste storage facility
check_circleUnderstand the concept of recycling nuclear waste and the different methods for nuclear waste disposal
check_circleAnalyze Canada's plan for managing used nuclear fuel and nuclear waste

About This Course

Nuclear energy provides a significant portion of the world’s electricity, but the spent fuel produced in the process poses a unique challenge for safe storage and disposal.

In this course, we delve into the world of nuclear fuel storage, exploring:

  • The differences between cooling ponds and dry casks
  • The factors that determine the storage method
  • The benefits of dry cask storage

We also examine:

  • How location and design of nuclear waste storage facilities are determined
  • The design of spent fuel storage facilities
  • The safety measures in place to ensure public and environmental protection

Finally, we explore:

  • The possibilities for nuclear waste recycling
  • The various methods of nuclear waste disposal
  • A special focus on Canada’s Adaptive Phased Management plan

Join us as we uncover the science of nuclear fuel storage and the fascinating world of nuclear waste management.

Topics Include:

  • Introduction to Used Nuclear Fuel
  • Differences Between Cooling Ponds and Dry Casks
  • Factors Determining Storage Method
  • Benefits of Dry Cask Storage
  • Factors to Consider When Determining the Location of a Nuclear Waste Storage Facility
  • Design of Spent Fuel Storage Facilities
  • Safety Measures for Nuclear Waste Storage Facilities
  • Recycling of Nuclear Waste
  • Methods of Nuclear Waste Disposal
  • Nuclear Waste Management in Canada

Your Instructors

Mansoor Ikram, P.Eng, MBA
Mansoor Ikram, P.Eng, MBA

Senior Maintenance Planning Specialist | Nawah Energy Company

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- Power (utility) sector professional, having experience at NUCLEAR, Combine Cycle (CCPP) & Thermal Power Plants in commissioning, Greenfield and Brownfield EPC Projects, operation/maintenance. - Power Transformer Manufacturing (Liquid Filled) experience. -Holding Management Degree with Engineering background, having multidisciplinary awareness with Instrument & Control Systems specialist expertise in the Engineering, Installation, Commissioning, Outage Planning, Procurement, Technical and Commercial Bid Evaluations, Field Service / Maintenance for: • Gas Turbines (155MW Siemens V 94.2 / 88MW HITACHI Frame 5 / 50MW GE LM6000 ) • Steam Turbines (323MW Ansaldo / 80MW ABB) • Boiler (HFO, Capacity1000 TPH) • HRSG (Capacity 300 TPH) • Generators ( Hydrogen Cooled / Air Cooled ) •Transformers ( upto 380MVA) • Plant Auxiliaries: Desalination & De-mineralization Plant, RO Plant, WWTP, Hydrogen Generation Plant, Electra-chlorination Plant • DCS (ABB Bailey INFI90 & PGP / Honeywell (C200) ) • PLC (Allen Bradley, Siemens (Step7), Mitsubishi ) • Vibration Monitoring System: Bentley Nevada 3500 / 3300 & System 1, Vibro Meter • OPC Server (RoviSys), OSIsoft PI System • Appreciation of 500KV GIS & 132KV AIS substation • Operation Maintenance Agreement (OMA) and Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) • CMMS: MAXIMO (V 7.1.6), Infor MP2, Oracle , SAP, Epicor • MS Office: Word Excel, PowerPoint, Project • Budgeting • Hazard Identification Risk Assessments (HIRA)

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