Safety and quality
Organisation in nuclear technology
Communication and media
Leadership and theory of organisation
SH2606 Management in Nuclear Industry 6.0 credits
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Course syllabus as PDF
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Course syllabus SH2606 (Autumn 2008–)Headings with content from the Course syllabus SH2606 (Autumn 2008–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
After this course, the participants should be able to
a) Identify situations where the the principle of "safety first" would appear to be in conflict with other operational objectives.
b) Be able to use established system indicators to ensure a high level of safety culture in nuclear organisations.
c) Communicate information to media and the public about deviations from normal operation which is correct and to the point.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Recommended prerequisites: Basic knowledge of nuclear power safety, for example corresponding to those given in the KTH-course SH2773.
Literature
Principles for a Strong Nuclear Safety Culture, Institute of Nuclear Power Operations.
Reframing Organizations: Artistry, Choice, and Leadership, Lee G. Bolman and Terrence E. Deal
Examination and completion
Grading scale
P, F
Examination
- INL1 - Assignment, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- PRO1 - Case Study, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Case study of leadership within nuclear power industry (3 hp)
Home assignment on organisation and leadership in nuclear power industry (3 hp)
Examiner
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Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Education cycle
Second cycle
Supplementary information
Lectures are mainly given by guest lecturers from authorities and industry, these are followed up by seminars focusing on the content of the course litterature and the lectures.