NUCL 5160G - CANDU Electric and Auxiliary Systems

This course will cover nuclear plant unit electrical distribution systems, plant emergency electric power systems; water and air cooling systems; low‐pressure, high‐pressure and recirculating service water systems; demineralized water systems; heavy water management and upgrading; instrument and breathing air systems. The design and operating principles of nuclear plant electric and auxiliary systems are studied with reference to CANDU nuclear‐electric units in the following areas: Classes of Power; Class 4, 3, 2 and 1 Power, Standby Generators, Emergency Power; Low Pressure Service Water, Powerhouse Upper Level Service Water, Recirculating Cooling Water, Emergency Service Water, Auxiliary Service Water, Instrument Air, Breathing Air, Service Air. Problems and/or projects make use of CANDU plant simulators that demonstrate, and provide opportunities for students to analyze, plant design and operating experience, so as to enhance and verify graduate‐level learning outcomes.
Credit hours: 3