Course overview
This course introduces the nuclear propulsion plants of nuclear-powered submarines with a focus on their design, development, and operational support required to ensure their safe, reliable and long-lived operation, providing a blend of academic knowledge and real-world experience.
- Reactor Physics
- Reactor Dynamics and Technology
- Nuclear Safety and Society
Course learning outcomes
- Compare nuclear-powered submarines and different design philosophies relevant to the AUKUS context
- Analyse the theory and operational integration of naval reactor systems within the submarine platform
- Describe nuclear and reactor safety aspects required in a naval nuclear propulsion enterprise.
- Apply structured design methods to analyse and develop a nuclear-powered submarine concept design.
- Analyse submarine reactor performance using quantitative methods to model key operational parameters.
- Evaluate the unique facility capabilities and aspects required to steward nuclear-powered submarines within Australian naval shipyards.
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Group 1
Class number 57226
Section PR01
Size 30
Available 28
Class number 50616
Section FR01
Size 30
Available 28
Class number 57227
Section WS01
Size 30
Available 28
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