What to expect
Suitable for all staff regardless of prior knowledge and experience, this one-day course is an introduction to the fundamentals of radiation, nuclear safety, and an overview of the nuclear industry and capabilities in Australia. Co-presented by ANSTO and the Centre for Radiation Research, Education and Innovation, University of Adelaide, the Basics in Nuclear Literacy Course covers the following content:
Australia’s nuclear baseline
- History of the nuclear industry
- Nuclear fuel cycle
- Australia's current facilities and capabilities
- Regulation, laws, treaties and legislation
- Nuclear Stewardship
- Nuclear stakeholders and agencies
- International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
- Radioactive Waste Management for Australia
- Public engagement and nuclear education
- Future outlook in Australia
Fundamentals of nuclear science
- Understanding the basics of radioactivity
- Background radiation
- Uses of radiation
- Units of measurement
- Hazards and effects
- Radiation safety and environmental monitoring
- Risk assessment and controls
Tours
- Virtual tour of the OPAL multi-purpose reactor, Australia's only nuclear reactor
- Explanation of ANSTO's radioactive waste storage facilities
This course is delivered by subject matter experts and will include a mix of theory and experiential learning activities. Lunch and refreshments are provided and please wear comfortable clothes and flat, closed-in shoes for the tour.
Cost: $495 + GST
Bookings cancelled with a minimum of 48 hours' notice won't be invoiced.