Nuclear Power Generation
For people interested in learning about the entire range of nuclear power technology as it exists today and its perspectives for future development. Aimed at people with a general mechanical or technical engineering background, ideally with some familiarity with power generation technology.
Nuclear Power Generation is an instructor-led StratEnergy training course in the Energy Storage & Advanced Technologies track. The next published session runs live online on 17–19 November 2026. See Who Should Attend below for the intended audience. Teams can also request in-house delivery.
Upcoming Sessions
- 17–19 November 2026 — Live online (instructor-led) · 3 days
Time (online): 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM Philippine time (GMT+8), Days 1 & 2; 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM Philippine time (GMT+8), Day 3 - 4–6 August 2027 — Live online (instructor-led) · 3 days
Time (online): 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM Philippine time (GMT+8), Days 1 & 2; 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM Philippine time (GMT+8), Day 3
Register at register@stratenergy.com.ph or contact alitaperez@stratenergy.com.ph. Enquire about this course.
Course Outline
Nuclear Energy Basics
• History
• Physics of fission and criticality
• Fissile isotopes
Nuclear Fuel Cycle 1
• Geology of uranium deposits
• Mining of uranium
• Uranium enrichment
• Fuel fabrication
• Fuel loading
Nuclear Power Reactors
• Past and current operating reactor designs
• Evolving and advanced designs — Small Nuclear Power Reactors, Generation IV reactors
• Design safety regulations — past, present and future
• Remaining life assessment and extension
• Manufacturing and construction challenges
Nuclear Fuel Cycle 2
• Fuel recycling
• Processing of used nuclear fuel
• Thorium, Mixed Oxide Fuel (MOX), Plutonium
Nuclear Plant O&M — Specific Issues
• Personnel health physics management
• Inspection for safety and reliability
Nuclear Waste
• Treatment and conditioning of nuclear waste
• Transport, storage and disposal of radioactive waste
• Permanent waste disposal concepts
• Decommissioning of nuclear facilities
Overview of Economics
• Fuel cycle
• Operations — past, present and future
• Decommissioning
Who Should Attend
Energy Transition Managers, Sustainability Professionals, Decarbonization Teams, Energy Policy Makers, Regulatory Personnel, Government Energy Agencies, Nuclear Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Engineers, Power System Engineers, Plant Engineers, Process Engineers, Reliability Engineers, Safety Engineers
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the next Nuclear Power Generation session?
The next published session runs live online on 17–19 November 2026. No travel to a classroom venue is required. Later published sessions are listed on this page.
Who should attend?
Energy Transition Managers, Sustainability Professionals, Decarbonization Teams, Energy Policy Makers, Regulatory Personnel, Government Energy Agencies, Nuclear Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Engineers, Power System Engineers, Plant Engineers, Process Engineers, Reliability Engineers, Safety Engineers
Can I nominate a substitute?
Yes. A registered participant may be replaced by a colleague at no additional cost — just email the substitute's details to register@stratenergy.com.ph before the course starts.
Is in-house delivery available?
Yes. In-house delivery at your plant or office can be requested for teams in Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Contact StratEnergy to discuss scope, tailoring and availability.
How do I register?
Email register@stratenergy.com.ph with the course title, session dates and participant names, or contact alitaperez@stratenergy.com.ph. You can also use the contact form on our website.