| Start: | Apr 19, '10 |
| End: | May 21, '10 |
| Location: | Nuclear Training Center, Philippine Nuclear Research Institute, Diliman, Quezon City |
Training Course on Nuclear Technology for University/College Faculty (NTUCF) – 43rd Session
Nuclear Training Center
Philippine Nuclear Research Institute
April 19 – May 21, 2010
Information Bulletin
Cognizant of the increasing importance being placed by universities and colleges in the teaching of nuclear science in the school curriculum and aware also of the insufficient number of trained faculty members presently teaching the subject, the Nuclear Training Center (NTC) of the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI) is offering a training course on Nuclear Technology for University/College Faculty from April 19 to May 21, 2010 at the PNRI compound, Commonwealth Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City.
OBJECTIVES. The training course is intended to provide prospective nuclear science instructors with intensive and high level training on the fundamentals of nuclear science as well as the techniques of handling radioactive materials and the use of nuclear instruments.
PARTICIPATION. The training course is open to holders of a bachelor’s degree in engineering/physical sciences and biological science. Preference will be given to candidates who are teaching engineering subjects, chemistry, physics and/or biology or those engaged in researches, and whose participation shall be endorsed by their respective offices.
The enclosed application form for the seminar, together with the applicant’s transcript of academic records should be completed and returned to Mr. Roel A Loteriña. Course Coordinator, not later than April 5, 2010. The seminar will be limited to fifteen (15) participants.
NATURE AND SCOPE. The training course consists of experiments, quizzes, and film showing, presentation of case studies and lectures to be conducted by scientists and technologists of the Institute. The participant’s understanding of the subject matter presented will be assessed from quizzes given during the training course, as well as from his/her ability to solve problems and case studies, performance in laboratory experiments and the ability to report on them accurately and concisely. In this connection, it will be to the participant’s advantage if he/she brings with him/her a scientific calculator. A certificate of satisfactory completion will be issued to each participant who demonstrates satisfactory knowledge of the subject matter presented and the ability to apply it. The organizers applied for the accreditation of the training course for five (5) units in the master’s degree program.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION. A medical certificate attesting to the nominee’s fitness to undergo training is to be submitted together with the application form.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS. The training fees of the selected participants will be waived. The number of participants will be limited to fifteen (15) and will be accepted on a first-come first-served basis after screening. The name of accepted participants will be known by April 8, 2010. The NTC, PNRI will endeavor to inform those who have been accepted as early as possible.
The following topics are included in the course of study:
A. Basic Principles
Mathematics Review
Physics Review
Basic Nuclear Physics
Radioactivity and Radioactive Decay
Nuclear Reactions
Elementary Particles
Basic Radiation Chemistry
Interaction of Radiation with Matter
Radiation Units and Quantities
Radiation Detection
Statistics of Counting
B. Health Physics and Nuclear Regulatory Aspects
Biological Effects of Radiation
Basic Criteria for Radiation Protection
Radiation Dosimetry and Dose Calculations
Radiation Protection Instruments
Radiation Monitoring
Radiation Protection Practices and Operations-Handling Techniques
Contamination and Decontamination
Licensing Rules and Regulations
Emergency Procedures
Design of a Radioisotope Laboratory
Safe Transport of Radioactive Materials
Radioactive Waste Management
C. Some Applications of Radioisotopes
Radioisotopes in Agriculture
Soil Fertility and N-15 Techniques
Radiation Sterilization, Food Irradiation
Applications of Radioactivity in Geological Studies
Radioisotopes in Biology
Radiation/Clinical Cytogenetics
Radioisotopes in Medicine
Radioimmunoassay
Radioisotopes in Industry
Nondestructive Testing
Fundamentals of Nuclear Power
Types of Nuclear Reactors
Neutron Physics: Reactor Physics
Neutron Activation Analysis
Mutation Breeding in Ornamental Crops
Nuclear and related Analytical techniques for Air Quality Management
Radiotracer Techniques in Red Tide Studies
Radiation Processing of Natural Polymers
D. Laboratory Experiments
Characteristics of GM Detectors
Determination of Half-life
Statistics of Counting
Gamma Ray Spectrometry
Absorption of Gamma Radiation
Interface Marking by Neutron Scattering
Indestructibility of Radiation
Radio-sensitivity of Planting Materials
Food Irradiation
Radiological Survey of a Radiation Facility
Decontamination Procedures
Industrial Radiography
E. Case Study
