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Course Outline
This course will
introduce the student into the design of security systems for commercial nuclear
power plants. An overview of plant security systems is provided along with a
linkage to the Federal Requirements that govern commercial nuclear plant security
systems. The course provides an understanding of the types of security systems
utilized and their application.
This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to
enhance the understanding of the course materials.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER:
The information in this course is not of a "classified" nature. The
material presented is generic to the industry and no specifics about any individual
plant security systems are provided.
Learning Objective
Upon successful completion of this course, the student should obtain the following performance objectives:
- Defense in depth;
- Overview of nuclear plant security;
- Knowledge of the Federal Requirements;
- Understand the types of security equipment; and
- Basic understanding
of the application of equipment.
Course Introduction
Commercial nuclear power plants, owned and operated by public utility companies, have been operating since the 1960's. The Federal Government issued licenses to the utility to build and operate the plants. The underlying theme in the design and operation of these plants has always been the protection of the health and safety of the public.
This was accomplished in the design through a design philosophy called defense in depth. Redundancy of safety components and systems were part of this defense in depth; also, robust structures that house the reactor contain any radiation in the event of an accident.
To protect the
health and safety of the public from radiological sabotage at one of these facilities,
strict regulations were established for the security programs. As a result of
these original regulations and continuing changes to the regulations, commercial
nuclear power plants are some of the best protected facilities in the United
States.
Course Content
The course content is in a PDF file Nuclear Plant Security Systems. You need to open or download above documents to study this course.Course Summary
This course has introduced the student to the design of security systems for commercial nuclear power plants. An overview of plant security systems has been provided along with a linkage to the Federal Requirements that govern commercial nuclear plant security systems. The course has provided an understanding of the types of security systems utilized and their application. The knowledge gained from this course is applicable to the design of good security systems for any valuable asset.
As the threats to the nation and to our vital assets, nuclear power station, the regulations and designs of the security systems will change to meet that threat.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER:
The information in this course is not of a "classified" nature. The
material presented is generic to the industry and no specifics about any individual
plant security systems are provided.
Quiz
Once you finish studying the above course content, you need to take a quiz to obtain the PDH credits.
DISCLAIMER: The materials contained in the online course are not intended as a representation or warranty on the part of PDH Center or any other person/organization named herein. The materials are for general information only. They are not a substitute for competent professional advice. Application of this information to a specific project should be reviewed by a registered architect and/or professional engineer/surveyor. Anyone making use of the information set forth herein does so at their own risk and assumes any and all resulting liability arising therefrom.
