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Nuclear Power Operations

July 9 - 10, 2025 Online :: Central Time

“I learned a lot of new things I had never learned from other classes.”

Radiation Control Physicist, CT DEEP

“Engaging course with strong instruction.”

ScottMadden

Join this engaging course to explore the world of nuclear power! Attendees will learn the basics of electrical generation, and key plant components, along with regulatory compliance and industry best practices. Dive into the fission process, thermal cycles, and major plant systems, including the reactor core and emergency systems. The course will emphasize plant safety, emergency protocols, and operational procedures, covering reactor start-up, shutdown, and spent fuel management. Additionally, it will discuss significant industry events and lessons learned. This course will equip you with broad knowledge in nuclear power plant operations!

Learning Outcomes

  • Review the fundamentals of nuclear power generation, including the fission process and reactor operations.
  • Explain the thermal cycle and major systems within a nuclear plant, such as reactor coolant systems, steam generators, turbines, and electric generators.
  • Identify critical plant safety systems and emergency response mechanisms, including accident conditions, containment strategies, and backup power systems.
  • Describe the processes involved in refueling outages and reactor shutdown, including cooldown, depressurization, and spent fuel management.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of reactor startup and post-refueling operations, covering fuel assembly reload procedures, heat-up, mode changes, and major system testing.
  • Apply industry regulations and best practices to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards, incorporating lessons learned from past nuclear events.

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Please Note: This event is being conducted entirely online. All attendees will connect and attend from their computer, one connection per purchase. For details please see our FAQ

If you are unable to attend at the scheduled date and time, we make recordings available to all attendees for 7 days after the event

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This event has passed and cannot be registered for. If you would like to see if this event will be offered again please reach out to [email protected]

Your registration may be transferred to a member of your organization up to 24 hours in advance of the event. Cancellations must be received on or before June 06, 2025 in order to be refunded and will be subject to a US $195.00 processing fee per registrant. No refunds will be made after this date. Cancellations received after this date will create a credit of the tuition (less processing fee) good toward any other EUCI event. This credit will be good for six months from the cancellation date. In the event of non-attendance, all registration fees will be forfeited. In case of conference cancellation, EUCIs liability is limited to refund of the event registration fee only. For more information regarding administrative policies, such as complaints and refunds, please contact our offices at 303-770-8800

Day one

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

Day two

Thursday, July 10, 2025

Agenda

Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Central Time

Online

Log In & Welcome

8:15 AM

Lunch Break

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Adjourn for the day

5:00 PM

8:15 AM - 8:30 AM

Log In & Welcome

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Lunch Break

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Course Timing

Course Introduction

  • Basic power plant electrical generation
  • Common power plant components
  • Nuclear power plant staffing

Regulatory Compliance & Industry Best Practices

  • NRC and international regulations
  • Technical Specifications
  • Operational oversight and inspections

Nuclear Fundamentals

  • Fission Process
  • Nuclear reactor operations

Thermal Cycle & Heat Transfer

  • Basic heat transfer / fluid flow
  • Reactor coolant system overview
  • Steam generation

Major Systems Within a Nuclear Plant

  • Reactor core and fuel assemblies
  • Chemical volume control
  • Steam generators
  • Main turbine
  • Main generator
  • Cooling systems

Plant Safety Systems & Emergency Protocols

  • Design accidents
  • Accident mitigation
    • High/low pressure injection
    • Containment spray
    • Recirculation actuations
    • Auxiliary feedwater
    • Emergency diesel generators
    • Ventilations and radiation protection
  • Procedures
    • Normal operations
    • Emergency procedures
    • Severe accident procedures
    • Fire contingency procedures

Agenda

Thursday, July 10, 2025
Central Time

Online

Log In

8:15 AM

Adjourn for the day

1:00 PM

8:15 AM - 8:30 AM

Log In

8:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Course Timing

Normal Operations & Power Generation

  • Reactor Start Up, steady state operation, and shutdown
    • Modes of operation
  • Electrical grid interaction
  • System monitoring and performance optimization

Reactor Shutdown

  • Reactor Trip
    • Operations response
    • Restart restrictions
  • Refueling outage
    • Cooldown / depressurization
    • Reactor disassembly
    • Fuel assembly offload and onload
  • Spent Fuel
    • Spent fuel pool
    • Dry cask storage
  • Reactor Startup
    • Heat-up
    • Mode changes
    • Major outage work/testing
    • Post-refueling testing
    • Lessons learned from past industry events

Industry Shaping Events

Instructor

Brian Harris

Nuclear Fleet Operations Performance Improvement Consultant

Dominion Energy

With over 38 years of experience in the nuclear power industry, Brian Harris has established himself as a seasoned professional. His extensive experience spans roles such as Equipment Operator, Reactor Operator, Senior Reactor Operator, and Shift Manager. Brian's expertise also includes Regulatory Affairs, Emergency Preparedness, and Operations Consulting.

In addition to his hands-on experience, Brian holds a Master's degree in Strategic Leadership, further enhancing his ability to lead and manage complex operations. His dedication to safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance has made him a respected figure in the field.

Continuing Education Credits

IACET

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EUCI is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training.

EUCI is authorized by IACET to offer 1.2 CEUs for this event

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Requirements for Successful Completion of Program

Participants must sign in/out each day, be in attendance for the entirety of the course.

 

Instructional Methods

Power Point presentations and open discussion will be used.

CPE

Upon successful completion of this event, program participants interested in receiving CPE credits will receive a certificate of completion.

Course CPE Credits: 14.0
There is no prerequisite for this Course.
Program field of study: Specialized Knowledge
Program Level: Basic
Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Advanced Preparation: None

CpeEUCI is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org

CLE

Only registered attendees can request CLE credits for an EUCI course/event.  Please email [email protected] prior to the course start date and list the state where you are licensed and your bar# as well as the name and date of your course/event in your request, and someone will be in contact.

Who Should Attend

  • Managers or supervisors responsible for overseeing nuclear plant operations, safety, and regulatory compliance.
  • Engineers and technical leads involved in reactor systems, plant maintenance, or nuclear safety programs.
  • Operators and technicians responsible for monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining critical plant systems.
  • Regulatory and compliance professionals ensuring adherence to NRC and industry safety standards.
  • Project managers and industry professionals looking to expand their expertise in nuclear power operations and best practices.