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• Organization description

• Source of official student records

• Titles of all evaluated learning experiences

• Descriptions and credit recommendations

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is one of the largest investor-owned energy utilities in the United States. A regulated subsidiary of San Francisco-based PG&E Corporation, PG&E has 21,000 employees providing electricity and natural gas to 13 million people in a 70,000 square-mile area of northern and central California.

DCPP produces approximately 2,200 megawatts of electric power from two pressurized water reactors. In 1997, approximately 1,900 people were employed to operate, maintain, and support plant functions.
Major company training facilities include management development training in San Francisco and nuclear technical training at the plant site. The plant Learning Services department employs about 75 people to develop and present performance-based training for operations, maintenance, technical, and management staff. Training programs meet the stringent Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Institute of Nuclear Power Operations criteria.

Source of official student records: Director, Learning Services, Diablo Canyon Power Plant, P.O. Box 56, Avila Beach, California 93424.

Titles of all evaluated learning experiences

NOTE: When a credit recommendation is no longer active, the course description may be abbreviated. The last edition of the Directory in which complete information can be found is indicated on the course exhibit. Complete information can also be obtained by contacting National PONSI.

REACTOR OPERATOR

Chemical Science (UOP180)
Chemistry Laboratory (UOP181)
Degraded Core Training (UOP310)
Electrical Science (UOP170)
Integrated Plant Operations (Pre-Simulator  Training) (UOP410)  
Nuclear Operations Laboratory (UOP410)
Operational Phase (UOP430)
Physics Laboratory (UOP141)
PWR Material Science (UOP160)
PWR Nuclear Materials (UOP165)
PWR Nuclear Science (UOP120)
PWR Radiation Science (UOP150)
PWR Systems (UOP210)
PWR Thermal Science (UOP140)
Reactor Physics (UOP130)
Simulator Training (UOP420)
Technical Mathematics (UOP110)

Descriptions and credit recommendations

Chemical Science (UOP180)
Location: Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Avila Beach, CA.
Length: 32 hours (1 week).
Dates: July 1991 - July 2000.
Objectives: Describe chemical properties, bonding, and compounds; convert quantities; balance equations; calculate pH and concentrations; identify corrosion methods.
Instruction: Matter, chemical properties; compounds; mass and energy; bonding; metals; solutions; concentrations; equations; reactants; equilibrium; molarity; pH; reduction and oxidation; cathodes; anodes; corrosion; water activation; tritium formation; impurities.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Basic Chemistry in Engineering Technology (5/91) (10/97 revalidation).

Chemistry Laboratory (UOP181)
Location: Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Avila Beach, CA.
Length: 47 hours (15 weeks).
Dates: March 1991 - December 2003.
Objectives: Use basic chemistry laboratory apparatus such as balances, burets, pH meters, nephalometers, dessicators, conductivity meters, and spectrophotometers; carry out routine laboratory procedures such as precipitation, filtration, drying, extraction, titration, and measuring conductivity.
Instruction: Laboratory experiments with written reports are conducted on the following topics: laboratory safety, techniques, and measurement, analysis of solids in water, determination of empirical formula and molecular weight, acid titration, reaction rates, pH analysis, conductivity, chloride analysis, and amperometric titration.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour as a General or Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (5/91) (10/97 revalidation).

Degraded Core Training (UOP310)
Dates: Version 1: April 1985 - February 1988. Version 2: March 1988 - May 1994.*
Credit recommendation: Version 1 or 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category or in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Nuclear Engineering Technology (11/86) (5/91 revalidation). *NOTE: The content of this course is now part of Integrated Plant Operations (Pre-Simulator Training) (UOP410). NOTE: Complete information on this course last appeared in the 1996 edition.

Electrical Science (UOP170)
Location: Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Avila Beach, CA.
Length: Version 1: 80 hours (2 weeks); includes 24 hours of supervised study. Version 2: 64 hours (2 weeks); includes 21 hours of supervised study.
Dates: Version 1: August 1985 - September 1990. Version 2: October 1990 - December 2003.
Objectives: Version 1 or 2: Define basic AC/DC electrical terms and explain fundamental electrical concepts; solve DC circuit problems; describe the relationship of electricity and magnetism to the operation of motors and generators; determine reactance and its relationship to power factor; describe the construction and operation of transformers, electric motors, relays, controllers, and AC generators; explain the basic concepts for the measurement of temperature, pressure, level, and flow; read and interpret piping, instrument, and electrical drawings.
Instruction: Version 1 or 2: Basic AC and DC circuit theory; magnetism; three‑phase AC theory; transformers; motors; relays; circuit breakers; controllers; AC generator theory; basic control systems; temperature, level, and flow measurement; logic and control drawings; piping and instrument drawings; electrical drawings; and control systems. (Prerequisite: Technical Mathematics [UOP110].)
Credit recommendation: Version 1 or 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours as Electrical Theory in Mechanical or Nuclear Technology (11/86) (5/91 revalidation) (10/97 revalidation). NOTE: This course is not appropriate for majors in Electrical/Electronics Technology.

Integrated Plant Operations (Pre-Simulator  Training) (UOP410)
(Administration and Operating Procedures)
Location: Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Avila Beach, CA.
Length: Version 1: 240 hours (6 weeks); includes 70 hours of supervised study. Version 2: 320 hours (8 weeks); includes 70 hours of supervised study.
Dates: Version 1: December 1990 - April 1994.* Version 2: May 1994 - June 1997.**/***
Objectives: Version 1: Identify and implement correct administrative and operating procedures when presented with various plant scenarios; identify and apply plant limits from procedures. Version 2: Same as Version 1; in addition, recognize when a reactor is experiencing an abnormal transient; take appropriate corrective measures and/or implement emergency operating procedures.
Instruction: Version 1: Content of administrative procedures reporting requirements; technical specification sections and definitions; summary of 10 CFR; radiation protection procedures and administrative limits; content of operating orders; dissemination of operations department policies; calculation of estimated critical position; axial flux difference; quadrant power tilt STP calculation; heat balance calculations; shutdown margin calculations; EOP rules of usage; function and use of critical safety function status trees; accumulator leakage response; RCS leakage; steam generator tube leakage tank ruptures; RHR system malfunction; control room inaccessibility; protection or control channel malfunction; reactor makeup control system malfunction; loss of instrument AC; loss of vital DC bus; generator trouble; emergency boration; malfunction of reactor pressure control system; irradiated fuel damage; loss of instrument air; loss of auxiliary salt water; malfunction of CCW system; loss of feedwater flow; partial loss of vacuum; condenser tube leak; full load rejection; control rod malfunctions; reactor coolant pump failures; EOP overview; E plan implementation overview reactor trip and SI response; natural circulation cooldowns; loss of coolant response; ECCS flow reduction; recirculation modes and LOCA outside containment; steam generator tube rupture response; faulted steam generator isolation; loss of AC power response; steam generator tube rupture with LOCA or without pressurizer control; miscellaneous emergency procedures (earthquake, tsunami, oil spill, etc.); subcriticality functional restoration; ATWS; core cooling functional restoration uncontrolled depressurization of all steam generators; heat sink functional restoration; containment and inventory functional restoration; RCS integrity functional restoration. Version 2: Same as Version 1; in addition, normal reactor core power distribution; core cooling mechanics; recognizing core damage; degraded core effects on instrumentation; hydrogen and chemical hazards; emergency operating procedures; setpoint study; and normal transient analysis.
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours as an elective in Engineering or Engineering Technology (5/91 revalidation). *NOTE: An earlier version of this course is listed under Nuclear Operations Laboratory (UOP410). Please refer to that exhibit for further information. Version 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours as an elective in Engineering or Engineering Technology and in the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category or in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Nuclear Engineering Technology (12/94 revalidation) (10/97 revalidation). **NOTE: Version 2 has been expanded to include the content of Degraded Core Training (UOP310), which previously carried a credit recommendation. Please refer to that exhibit for further information. ***NOTE: This course and Simulator Training (UOP420) are now offered as part of Operational Phase (UOP430). Please refer to that course exhibit for further information.

Nuclear Operations Laboratory (UOP410)
1. Integrated Plant Operations (Pre‑Simulator Training)
2. Simulator Training
Dates: Course 1. Version 1: January 1986 - February 1988. Version 2: March 1988 - November 1990.* Course 2. January 1986 - November 1990.*
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours as a Nuclear Operations Laboratory in Engineering or Engineering Technology (11/86). NOTE: Courses 1 and 2 must both be completed to receive credit. *NOTE: This course is now offered as two separate courses. Please refer to Integrated Plant Operations (Pre-Simulator Training) (UOP410) and Simulator Training (UOP420) for further information. NOTE: Complete information on this course last appeared in the 1996 edition.

Operational Phase (UOP430)
(Administration and Operating Procedures and Simulator Training)
Location: Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Avila Beach, CA.
Length:760 hours (19 weeks); includes 304 hours of supervised laboratory experience and 152 hours of supervised study.
Dates: July 1997 - July 2000.*
Objectives: Administration and operating procedures: Identify and implement correct administrative and operating procedures when presented with various plant scenarios; identify and apply plant limits from procedures; recognize when a reactor is experiencing an abnormal transient; take appropriate corrective measures and/or implement emergency operating procedures. Simulator training: Perform correct procedures, manipulations, and decision-making in various simulator scenarios for normal, abnormal, and emergency plant conditions; predict response of instruments and system parameters.
Instruction: Administration and operating procedures: Content of administrative procedures reporting requirements; technical specification sections and definitions; summary of 10 CFR; content of operating orders; dissemination of operations department policies; axial flux difference; quadrant power tilt STP calculation; heat balance calculations; EOP rules of usage; function and use of critical safety function status trees; RCS leakage; steam generator tube leakage tank ruptures; RHR system malfunction; control room inaccessibility; protection or control channel malfunction; reactor makeup control system malfunction; loss of instrument AC; loss of vital DC bus; generator trouble; emergency boration; malfunction of reactor pressure control system; irradiated fuel damage; loss of instrument air; loss of auxiliary salt water; malfunction of CCW system; loss of feedwater flow; partial loss of vacuum; condenser tube leak; full load rejection; control rod malfunctions; reactor coolant pump failures; EOP overview; E plan implementation overview reactor trip and SI response; natural circulation cooldowns; loss of coolant response; ECCS flow reduction; recirculation modes and LOCA outside containment; steam generator tube rupture response; faulted steam generator isolation; loss of AC power response; steam generator tube rupture with LOCA or without pressurizer control; miscellaneous emergency procedures (earthquake, tsunami, oil spill, etc.); subcriticality functional restoration; ATWS; core cooling functional restoration uncontrolled depressurization of all steam generators; heat sink functional restoration; containment and inventory functional restoration; RCS integrity functional restoration; normal reactor core power distribution; core cooling mechanics; recognizing core damage; degraded core effects on instrumentation; hydrogen and chemical hazards; emergency operating procedures; setpoint study; and normal transient analysis. Simulator training: Application of technical specifications-limits, reports, and safety system settings to various plant situations; reactor startup; plant startup; surveillance tests; plant transients; malfunctions; nuclear instrumentation; control rod functions; feed-water; generator; computer; condensate; electrical system; main turbine; and balance of plant systems; reactor and plant shutdown; reactivity additions; pump operation; synchronizing turbine generator and loading; reactor cooldown and associated equipment operations with emphasis on system interaction and overall effect on the plant.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours as an elective in Engineering or Engineering Technology and in the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category or in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Nuclear Engineering Technology and in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours as a Nuclear Operations Laboratory in Engineering or Engineering Technology (7/99). *NOTE: This course was previously offered as two separate courses. Please refer to Integrated Plant Operations (Pre-Simulator Training) (UOP410) and Simulator Training (UOP420) for further information.

Physics Laboratory (UOP141)
Location: Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Avila Beach, CA.
Length: 45 hours (15 weeks).
Dates: Version 1: March 1991 - August 1993. Version 2: September 1993 - December 2003.
Objectives: Version 1 or 2: Describe the techniques and basic apparatus used in experimental work; describe certain physical concepts and principles; demonstrate methods of data analysis; apply the methods of error analysis.
Instruction: Version 1: Laboratory experiments with written reports are conducted on the following topics: acceleration due to gravity, Newton’s second law, momentum, rotational and translational equilibrium, electric field mapping, measurement of e/m, photoelectric effect, grating spectrometer, specific heat, latent heats, properties of water, thermal conductivity, thermal expansion, Young’s modulus, Coulomb’s law. Version 2: Laboratory experiments with written reports are conducted on the following topics: acceleration due to gravity, momentum, rotational and translational equilibrium, electric field mapping, measurement of e/m, photoelectric effect, grating spectrometer, specific heat, latent heats, properties of water, thermal conductivity, thermal expansion, subcritical multiplication; estimated critical position.
Credit recommendation: Version 1 or 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour as a Physics or Technical Physics Laboratory (5/91) (10/97 revalidation).

PWR Material Science (UOP160)
Dates: August 1985 - December 1990.*
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/ associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Engineering Technology (11/86). *NOTE: The current version of this course with emphasis in Nuclear Materials is listed as PWR Nuclear Materials (UOP165). Please refer to that exhibit for further information. NOTE: Complete information on this course last appeared in the 1996 edition.

PWR Nuclear Materials (UOP165)
Location: Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Avila Beach, CA.
Length: 32 hours (1 week).*
Dates: January 1991 - July 2000.**
Objectives: Define, state and describe the principal properties and behavior of different classes of material crystal structure, microstructure, chemistry and environment effects; apply nuclear material characteristics to reactor system applications.
Instruction: Crystal structure and fundamental properties of materials; material failure modes and mechanisms; corrosion processes and effects including chemistry control; irradiation of materials; pressurized thermal shock; fatigue failures; uranium oxide; creep; cladding; zircalloy-water reaction; fuel/clad heat transfer properties; core thermal limits.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/ associate degree category, 2 semester hours as Nuclear Materials in Engineering Technology (5/91 revalidation) (10/97 revalidation). *NOTE: An additional 8 hours of instruction in Nuclear Materials are contained within two other courses, Thermal Science (UOP140) and PWR Systems (UOP210). Credit is recommended, therefore, only after the completion of all three courses. **NOTE: An earlier version of this course with emphasis in Materials Science is listed as PWR Material Science (UOP160). Please refer to that exhibit for further information.

PWR Nuclear Science (UOP120)
(Formerly PWR Nuclear Science (UOP120): Nuclear Science, Reactor Theory I, and Reactor Theory II)
Location: Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Avila Beach, CA.
Length: Version 1: 80 hours (2 weeks); includes 25 hours of supervised study. Version 2 or 3: Approximately 101 hours (2.5 weeks).
Dates: Version 1: April 1984 - February 1991. Version 2: March 1991 - January 1992. Version 3: February 1992 - July 2000.
Objectives: Version 1: Explain the fundamental theory underlying neutron behavior in the operation of a nuclear reactor. Version 2 or 3: Describe basic atomic structure; define nuclear forces; describe the fission process; calculate half-lives; define mass defect and use the equation; describe scattering; determine various cross sections; calculate energy levels.
Instruction: Version 1: Review of the elementary principles of Newtonian Mechanics, chemistry and electrostatics; basic atomic and nuclear structure; radioactive decay; interaction of radiation with matter; fission; classifications of neutrons according to sources and energies; neutron cross sections, flux and interaction rates; neutron slowing down; neutron diffusion. (Prerequisite: Technical Mathematics [UOP110].) Version 2: All topics included in Version 1 above; in addition, neutron life cycle. Version 3: Review of the elementary principles of Newtonian Mechanics, chemistry and electrostatics; basic atomic and nuclear structure; radioactivity; radioactive decay; interaction of radiation with matter; fission; classifications of neutrons according to sources and energies; neutron cross sections; flux and interaction rates; neutron behavior; neutron life cycle; K_eff, criticality, reactivity; neutron slowing down; neutron diffusion; neutron generation times. (Prerequisite: Technical Mathematics [UOP110].)
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Nuclear Engineering Technology or in the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in an Engineering Technology curriculum other than Nuclear Technology (11/86). NOTE: Courses 1, 2, and 3 must all be completed to receive credit. Version 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours as Modern Physics in Nuclear Engineering Technology (5/91 revalidation). NOTE: The Version 2 credit recommendation for this course reflects its current application to degrees in Nuclear Engineering Technology, rather than any substantive change in course objectives or content from earlier versions. Version 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours as Modern Physics in Nuclear Engineering Technology (12/94 revalidation) (10/97 revalidation).

PWR Radiation Science (UOP150) (Health Physics)
Location: Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Avila Beach, CA.
Length: Version 1: 40 hours; includes 11 hours of supervised study. Version 2: 32 hours; includes 5 hours of supervised study.
Dates: Version 1: August 1985 - February 1991. Version 2: March 1991 - July 2000.
Objectives: Version 1 or 2: Qualitatively and quantitatively apply the principles of radiation theory and practice; evaluate the biological effects of radiation exposure in humans and relate these to power plant exposure.
Instruction: Physical and biological effects of various types and times of radiation exposures; facility and federal radiation exposure limits and guidelines; radiation detection and measurement techniques; shielding design considerations. (Prerequisites: Technical Mathematics [UOP110] and PWR Nuclear Science [UOP120].)
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Allied Health Sciences, Engineering Technology, or Life/Biological Sciences (11/86) (5/91 revalidation) (10/97 revalidation).

PWR Systems (UOP210)
1. Primary Systems
2. Primary System Auxiliaries
3. Containment and Ventilation Systems
4. Secondary Systems
5. Primary Instrumentation and Control Systems
6. Secondary Instrumentation and Control Systems
7. Generator and Electrical Systems
8. Distribution and Protection Systems
9. Monitoring Systems
10. Support Systems
-Version 1
PWR Systems (UOP210)
1. Primary Systems
2. Primary System Auxiliaries
3. Containment and Ventilation Systems
4. Secondary Systems
5. Primary Instrumentation and Control Systems
6. Secondary Instrumentation and Control Systems
7. Generator and Electrical Systems
8. Distribution and Protection Systems
9. Monitoring Systems
-Version 2
Location: Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Avila Beach, CA.
Length: Version 1: 1.-10. 400 hours (10 weeks). Version 2: 1.-9. 400 hours (10 weeks).
Dates: Version 1: 1-10. June 1985 - May 1988. Version 2: 1.-9. June 1988 - July 2000.
Objectives: Version 1, Courses 1-10 or Version 2, Courses 1-9: Define system components, boundaries, parameters, set points, and locations; describe effects of system interface on overall plant operation; identify system lineups for various plant conditions, i.e., startup, shutdown, routine evolutions, abnormal evolutions and emergency procedures; describe design considerations of each system with explanations of overall effect on reactor safety; demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the interrelationships of nuclear physics, reactor theory, and systems training in describing plant operation and control.
Instruction: Version 1, Courses 1-10: Introduction to technical specifications; logic and control drawings; plant electrical systems; reactor coolant systems and auxiliaries; reactor vessel and internals; reactor core components; reactor coolant pumps; chemical volume and control; reactor makeup control system; boron recycle system; spent resin transfer; heat tracing system; reactor protection system; component cooling water system; residual heat removal system; emergency core cooling systems; ventilation systems; containment systems; condensate system; main feedwater systems; main feedwater; main feedwater pumps and turbines; auxiliary feedwater systems; steam generators; main steam piping system; main turbine; moisture separator reheaters; condensate polishing system; condenser and air removal system; auxiliary steam system; auxiliary saltwater system; circulating water system; excore nuclear instrumentation system; RCS temperature instrumentation; rod position indication system; pressurizer systems; pressurizer relief tank; turbine control system; turbine oil systems; steam dump system; main generator systems; diesel generator system; reactor protection system; seismic monitoring; containment isolation; reactor vessel level indication; chemical feed and blowdown; radwaste system; sampling system; meteorological monitoring; fuel handling; long term cooling water system; fire protection system; spent fuel pool systems; station air systems. (Prerequisites: Technical Mathematics [UOP110], PWR Nuclear Science [UOP120], Reactor Physics [UOP130], PWR Thermal Science [UOP140], PWR Radiation Science [UOP150], PWR Nuclear Materials [UOP165], Electrical Science [UOP170].) Version 2, Courses 1-9: All topics included in Version 1 above; in addition, secondary boron injection system.
Credit recommendation: Version 1 or 2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours in Engineering or Engineering Technology (11/86) (5/91 revalidation) (10/97 revalidation). NOTE: All courses in either version must be completed to receive credit.

PWR Thermal Science (UOP140)
1. Thermal Science I
2. Thermal Science II
3. Thermal Science III
Location: Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Avila Beach, CA.
Length: Course 1., 2., and 3. Version 1: 120 hours (3 weeks); includes 26 hours of supervised study. Course 1., 2., and 3. Version 2: 101 hours (2.5 weeks); includes 18 hours of supervised study.
Dates: Course 1., 2., and 3. Version 1: April 1984 - January 1991. Course 1., 2., and 3. Version 2: February 1991 - July 2000.
Objectives: Courses 1, 2, and 3; Version 1 or 2: Define thermodynamic terms; identify principal concepts; apply principles of thermodynamics through use of algebraic equations; use tables and charts to obtain values of physical parameters; calculate energy transfer under varying conditions within water and steam systems.
Instruction: Courses 1, 2, and 3; Version 1 or 2: Fluid statics, hydraulics, and pressure measurement; energy, heat and work; introduction to thermodynamics; general energy equation; continuity equation; enthalpy, entropy and non‑ flow application of general energy; Mollier diagram and steam tables; steady flow applications of general energy equation; Second Law of Thermodynamics and cycle analysis (Carnot and Rankine cycles); basic fluid flow phenomena; basic heat transfer with emphasis on conduction; heat exchangers; reactor core heat generation and removal; DNB ratio; core power distribution; hot channel factors; natural circulation. Examples used in the course apply with nuclear power plant systems. (Prerequisite: Technical Mathematics [UOP110].)
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours as Applied Thermodynamics within an Engineering Technology curriculum (11/86). NOTE: Courses 1, 2, and 3 must all be completed to receive credit. Version 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours as Applied Thermodynamics within an Engineering Technology curriculum (5/91 revalidation) (10/97 revalidation). NOTE: Courses 1, 2, and 3 must all be completed to receive credit. NOTE: The credit recommendation for this course reflects its current application to degrees in Engineering Technology, rather than to any substantive change in course objectives or content from its earlier version.

Reactor Physics (UOP130)
Location: Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Avila Beach, CA.
Length: Version 1: 80 hours (2 weeks); includes 22 hours of supervised study. Version 2: 68 hours (1.5 weeks); includes 20 hours of supervised study. Version 3: 74 hours (1.5 weeks); includes 18 hours of supervised study.
Dates: Version 1: April 1984 - February 1991. Version 2: March 1991 - August 1993. Version 3: September 1993 - July 2000.
Objectives: Version 1: Evaluate parameters germane to reactor design; predict how changes in the values of these parameters affect the operation and performance of the reactor. Version 2 or 3: Describe the elements of the neutron fission chain reaction; define elements of the six-factor formula for criticality; perform reactivity calculations; calculate control rod worth and the effect of rod position; sketch the distribution of power across a reactor core; predict dynamic responses of nuclear reactors to reactivity changes (temperature coefficients of reactivity, fission product and soluble poison effects).
Instruction: Version 1: The neutron fission chain; neutron multiplication factors and reactivity; temperature coefficients of reactivity; control rod worths and positions; fission product poisoning; soluble poisons; core power distributions; reactor dynamics and control; startup and shutdown; effects of reflectors. (Prerequisites: Technical Mathematics [UOP110] and PWR Nuclear Science [UOP120].) Version 2: All topics included in Version 1 above, except effects of reflectors. Version 3: Prompt jump; reactor period; startup rate; subcritical multiplication; startup and shutdown behavior; moderator temperature coefficient; Doppler temperature coefficient; Doppler only power coefficient; overall power coefficient; differential boron worth; control rod worth; summary of reactivity coefficients; xenon; samarium; reactivity transients; estimated critical position; shutdown margin calculation.
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours in Nuclear Engineering Technology (11/86). Version 2 or 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours as Reactor Core Fundamentals in Nuclear Engineering Technology (5/91 revalidation) (10/97 revalidation).

Simulator Training (UOP420)
Location: Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Avila Beach, CA.
Length: 240 hours (6 weeks); includes 168 hours of supervised laboratory experience.
Dates: December 1990 - June 1997.*/**
Objectives: Perform correct procedures, manipulations, and decision-making in various simulator scenarios for normal, abnormal, and emergency plant conditions; predict response of instruments and system parameters.
Instruction: Application of technical specifications-limits, reports, and safety system settings to various plant situations; reactor startup; plant startup; surveillance tests; plant transients; malfunctions; nuclear instrumentation; control rod functions; feed-water; generator; computer; condensate; electrical system; main turbine; and balance of plant systems; reactor and plant shutdown; reactivity additions; pump operation; synchronizing turbine generator and loading; reactor cooldown and associated equipment operations with emphasis on system interaction and overall effect on the plant.
Credit recommendation: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours as a Nuclear Operations Laboratory in Engineering or Engineering Technology (11/86) (5/91 revalidation) (10/97 revalidation). *NOTE: An earlier version of this course is listed under Nuclear Operations Laboratory (UOP410). Please refer to that exhibit for further information. **NOTE: This course and Integrated Plant Operations (Pre-Simulator Training) (UOP410) are now offered as part of Operational Phase (UOP430). Please refer to that course exhibit for further information.

Technical Mathematics (UOP110)
(Formerly Technical Mathematics (UOP110): Mathematics I and Mathematics II)
Location: Diablo Canyon Power Plant, Avila Beach, CA.
Length: Version 1: 80 hours (2 weeks); includes 29 hours of supervised study.* Version 2: Minimum 28 hours (1 week). Version 3: 40 hours (1 week).
Dates: Version 1: April 1984 - January 1992. Version 2: February 1992 - December 1996. Version 3: January 1997 - July 2000.
Objectives: Version 1: Perform basic mathematical operations involving whole numbers, fractions, algebraic expressions, exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and trigonometric functions. Version 2 or 3: Same as Version 1; in addition, perform mathematical operations involving introductory integral and differential calculus.
Instruction: Version 1: Review of fractions, decimals, percentages, and square roots; algebraic operations and the solution of algebraic equations; simultaneous algebraic equations; logarithms, exponents, and radicals; scientific notation; the quadratic equation; graphing geometry, geometry that includes circles, cubes, cylinders, and spheres; trigonometry (sine, cosine, and tangent); radian measure; acute and obtuse triangles; scalars and vectors; vector addition. Version 2 or 3: Same as Version 1; in addition, introduction to integral and differential calculus.
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours as Elementary Mathematics (11/86) (5/91 revalidation). Version 2 or 3: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour as Survey of Essentials of Mathematics (12/94 revalidation) (10/97 revalidation). *NOTE: These hours represent an average. Actual time may vary depending on the background and number of course participants. Learning objectives, instructional topics and examinations remain comparable with each course offering.

Updated 9/21/04

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