The objective of the course is to study and master thermal-hydraulic topics related to thermal safety margins in nuclear reactors. For that purpose an introductory material on single- and two-phase flow and heat transfer in nuclear fuel assemblies is provided. The topics are selected to reflect the most common thermal-hydraulic processes, which are encountered in nuclear power plants under normal and off-normal operational conditions
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Course syllabus SH2701 (Autumn 2023–)The course is focusing on the thermal and thermodynamic processes in nuclear systems. Examples of the covered topics:
(1) transport equations of mass, momentum and energy,
(2) flow in pipes,
(3) mechanisms for heat transfer,
(4) convection, boiling and condensation,
(5) critical heat flux,
(6) laminar and turbulent flows,
(7) two-phase flows,
(8) critical flow,
(9) reaction forces.
The objective of the course is to provide an overview of the basic thermal processes that take place in nuclear systems. After successful completion of the course students will be able to
(a) describe the thermal and thermodynamic processes that take place in a nuclear power plant,
(b) formulate, analyze and solve simple problems in heat transfer in complex systems,
(c) formulate, analyze and solve simple problems in single- and two-phase flows,
(d) analyze dynamic and thermal loads in complex systems,
(e) perform a simple thermal design of a nuclear power plant,
(f) reflect on thermal limitations in nuclear power plant.
Completed degree work at undergraduate level in the main field of technology.
At least 120 credits in technology and natural sciences.
English B/English 6
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
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.
Four home assignments (INLA 2 ECTS)
One written exam (TEN1; 4 ECTS)
Yes
The course is generally given on-campus assuming physical attendance of students. The course contains lectures interspersed with student assignments.
