Course contents

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.

Intended learning outcomes

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.

Course Disposition

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Specific prerequisites

At least 120 credits in engineering and natural sciences and knowledge of English B or equivalent.

Recommended prerequisites: Good knowledge of mathematics and physics corresponding to 4th year at technical university.

Recommended prerequisites

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Equipment

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Literature

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If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

Grading scale

A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Examination

• INLA - Assignment, 2,0 hp, betygsskala: P, F
• TEN1 - Examination, 4,0 hp, betygsskala: 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.

Other requirements for final grade

Four home assignments (INLA 2 ECTS)
One written exam (TEN1; 4 ECTS)

Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination

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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination

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Examiner

Henryk Anglart

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.

Course web

Further information about the course can be found on the Course web at the link below. Information on the Course web will later be moved to this site.

Offered by

SCI/Physics

Main field of study

Engineering Physics

Education cycle

Second cycle

Add-on studies

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Contact

Henryk Anglart, henryk@kth.se or Haipeng Li, haipengl@kth.se