NUC-5010 Atmospheric Dispersion of Radioisotopes

This course examines the prediction of radiological consequences from the dispersion of airborne radioactive effluents. The theoretical models are substantiated by meteorological data and dose assessment. The applications phase will link the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) code RASCAL to nuclear facility licensing, compliance, and emergency planning. Use of the code for analysis and evaluation is incorporated into the course as instruction.

Credits: 3

Offered in May 2024, Jul 2024, Jan 2025

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