Course in Multiphysics Simulation in Nuclear
300-hour online course in multiphysics simulation in nuclear. 6 modules covering IAEA SSG-52 (reactor core design), IAEA SSG-2 Rev. 1 (deterministic safety analysis) and MOOSE (INL). Dedicated tutor and open enrolment.
Course in Multiphysics Simulation in Nuclear — studying from Australia
Australia does not operate nuclear power plants, but nuclear science and technology play important roles in research, medicine, mining and regulation. The Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation operates research reactors and produces radiopharmaceuticals, while uranium mining is conducted in South Australia, the Northern Territory and Queensland. Nuclear engineering skills support regulatory oversight, radiation safety and decommissioning activities. Employers include ANSTO, the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency, mining companies and specialist consultancies.
Fees for Australia: A$868 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Australia
Typical roles
Questions from Australia
Does this programme meet Australian nuclear licensing or regulatory requirements?
No. SEIUM qualifications are private and are not accredited by any national body. Nuclear activities in Australia are regulated by the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency and related authorities, which set their own competency requirements. Check directly with the regulator and your employer about any qualifications needed for a specific role.
Which Australian organisations might consider this training for nuclear-related roles?
Australian employers in this area include research organisations, radiation protection services, mining and resources companies, and consultancies working on nuclear-related projects. Hiring depends on each organisation's requirements and on security and licensing needs. A private qualification is unlikely to be sufficient alone, so combine it with relevant experience.
Is the programme workable alongside a job, and how is it funded?
The programmes are delivered entirely online in English with an assigned technical tutor, allowing study from Australia around work commitments. Fees can be paid in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. Review the programme length, from 300 to 1,900 hours, and plan carefully.
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What you will be able to do
Explain the coupled phenomena in a nuclear reactor.
Apply weak and strong coupling strategies between physics.
Solve coupled neutronic-thermal-hydraulic problems.
Integrate fuel thermomechanical analyses.
Evaluate the convergence and numerical stability of couplings.
Apply verification and validation practices to multiphysics models.
Develop a multiphysics simulation case with MOOSE or COMSOL.
Who it's for
- Multiphysics simulation engineer looking to specialise in multiphysics simulation in nuclear.
- Safety analysis engineer looking to specialise in multiphysics simulation in nuclear.
- Nuclear code developer looking to specialise in multiphysics simulation in nuclear.
- Reactor physics engineer looking to specialise in multiphysics simulation in nuclear.
- Numerical methods researcher looking to specialise in multiphysics simulation in nuclear.
- Computational engineering engineer looking to specialise in multiphysics simulation in nuclear.
- Graduates in engineering or science looking to enter the nuclear industry.
What you'll work with
- IAEA SSG-52 (reactor core design)
- IAEA SSG-2 Rev. 1 (deterministic safety analysis)
- NRC Regulatory Guide 1.203 (transient and accident analysis methods)
- ASME V&V 20 (verification and validation in CFD and heat transfer)
- ASME NQA-1 (nuclear quality assurance)
- 10 CFR 50.46 (ECCS acceptance criteria)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Neutronics, thermal-hydraulics and thermomechanics1.2Feedbacks and non-linearities1.3Spatial and temporal scales1.4Chemistry and corrosion in the coolant1.5CRUD deposits and axial power anomaly1.6Fluid-structure interaction1.7Need for high fidelity1.8CASL and NEAMS initiatives1.9Exascale computing challenges1.10Case study: coupling map for a PWR
2.1Segregated and monolithic coupling2.2Picard iteration and Anderson acceleration2.3Jacobian-free Newton-Krylov method2.4Data transfer between meshes2.5Conservation at interfaces2.6Temporal coupling and subcycling2.7Numerical stability of coupling2.8preCICE and MOAB libraries2.9Parallelism and load balancing2.10Workshop: Picard coupling of two 1D models
3.1MOOSE and its architecture3.2Griffin, BISON and Pronghorn applications3.3CASL's VERA environment3.4SALOME platform in Europe3.5OpenFOAM for thermofluids3.6Cardinal: coupling OpenMC and NekRS3.7COMSOL in nuclear research3.8Input management and workflows3.9Platform comparison3.10Laboratory: first coupled model in MOOSE
4.1Temperature-dependent cross sections4.2Monte Carlo coupled with CFD4.3Subchannel codes COBRA-TF and CTF4.4Relaxation and convergence4.5Molten salts and precursor advection4.6High-temperature reactors4.7Thermal expansion in fast reactors4.8OECD coupling benchmarks4.9Validation with plant data4.10Laboratory: coupling OpenMC with a subchannel
5.1Thermal expansion and stresses5.2Pellet-cladding contact5.3Creep and plasticity5.4Pellet fracture5.5Flow-induced vibrations5.6Structural behaviour of the vessel5.7Coupling with cladding chemistry5.8Reduced-order and surrogate models5.9Verification with manufactured solutions5.10Case study: fuel rod in a transient
6.1Definition of the coupled problem6.2Platform and model selection6.3Mesh and geometry construction6.4Coupling strategy6.5Convergence verification6.6Simulation of the case study6.7Analysis of coupled results6.8Validation and conclusions6.9Report and presentation6.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100 % online training on the SEIUM Institute campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, making it compatible with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is MOOSE (INL), COMSOL Multiphysics, OpenFOAM, Serpent, ANSYS Fluent, in free, academic or evaluation versions. The case studies are based on real procedures for neutronic-thermal-hydraulic coupling, fuel thermomechanical analysis, convergence studies and numerical coupling. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Explain the coupled phenomena in a nuclear reactor.
Apply weak and strong coupling strategies between physics.
Solve coupled neutronic-thermal-hydraulic problems.
Integrate fuel thermomechanical analyses.
Evaluate the convergence and numerical stability of couplings.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient Spanish to follow the reading of technical regulations.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme comprises 300 total hours spread over 3 to 5 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with a full-time job.
The course uses MOOSE (INL), COMSOL Multiphysics, OpenFOAM, Serpent, ANSYS Fluent. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An in-house SEIUM Institute diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same field are recognised in the advanced programme. Consult the recognition policy when enrolling.
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