Instructors:

Dr. Pamela Yakabuskie (CNL) and Dr. Olga Palazhchenko (UNB-CNER)

Moderated by: Mr. Benjamin Loder (MSc. candidate, UNB-CNER)

 

Course Description

This is an introductory to intermediate level course that highlights the synergy between plant chemistry and material corrosion and degradation. The focus is on CANDU systems, where the objectives of chemistry control, chemistry best practices, corrosion issues and outcomes, and corrosion monitoring and mitigation strategies are covered.

 

Course Outcomes

By the end this course, the participant shall gain:

• Introduction to relevant chemistry basics
• Introduction to chemistry specifications for several major CANDU systems
• Knowledge of the mechanisms of some of the main forms of corrosion that affect the systems discussed
• Understanding of past and present corrosion monitoring and mitigation strategies
• Appreciation for the relationship between the chemistry, design, and materials of construction in CANDU systems

 

Course Topics & Schedule

Course Topics and Schedule (~3 h + 15 min):

 

Session 1 (1 h + 15 min total) – O. Palazhchenko & P. Yakabuskie

General Chemistry & Water Radiolysis Overview (40 min)

• pH
• Conductivity
• Purification and Ion Exchange
• Water Radiolysis

Introduction to CANDU Systems (20 min) – O. Palazhchenko

• Primary Heat Transport System
• Moderator
• Secondary Heat Transport System

15-minute break (some time for questions)

Session 2 (2 h total)

System Overview: Chemistry Control & Corrosion Issues

• Primary Heat Transport System (40 min) – O. Palazhchenko
  • FAC, RIHT rise, component wear, corrosion monitoring, activity transport
• Moderator (40 min) – P. Yakabuskie
• Secondary Heat Transport System (20 min) – O. Palazhchenko
  • FAC, filming products

Afternoon wrap-up and Q&A (20 min)

 

 

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Registration Fees

Category	Before Nov. 2nd 2020	After Nov. 2nd  2020
CNS member	$150	$200
Non CNS Member	$200	$250
CNS retiree	$75	$100
CNS full time student member	$75	$85