SH2610 Leadership for Safe Nuclear Power Industry 6.0 credits
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Safety and quality.
Organisation in nuclear technology.
Communication and media.
Leadership and theory of organisation.
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.
Course disposition
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Completed degree work at undergraduate level in the main field of technology.
At least 120 credits in technology and natural sciences.
The KTH course SH2773, Nuclear Safety, or equivalent
English B/English 6
Recommended prerequisites
The KTH course SH2773, Nuclear Safety, or equivalent
Equipment
Literature
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- INL1 - Assignment, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- PRO1 - Case Study, 3.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, 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.
Case study of leadership within nuclear power industry (3 hp, grade A-F)
Home assignment on organisation and leadership in nuclear power industry (3 hp, grade P/F)
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
No
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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
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