• Nuclear fuels and energy conversion

The aim is to develop students' understanding of the key aspects underlying engineering
science, relating to the production of nuclear fuels and the conversion of nuclear energy.
The unique hazards associated with handling the materials in the manufacturing train,
such as criticality, radioactive exposure, chemical toxicity and flammability, will be
highlighted together with methods for their safe management. Students will be able to
study advanced material balancing methods suited to the special requirements of
nuclear materials including methods of reconciliation and active material accountancy.

Additionally, students will extend their knowledge of heat transfer with particular
reference to the design of nuclear reactors and the complex boiling processes occurring
in theory geometries.

Ultimately, this module will provide understanding of a range of nuclear fuels, their
associated manufacturing processes, and their relationship with the civil/military
controversy.