NP 711 - Nuclear Security During International Transport

(1 unit)

International requirements for security during transport of nuclear and radioactive materials; the role of protective force personnel; and the use of transport security plans. This course is primarily offered at Argonne National Laboratory in Illinois; however, the course may occasionally be offered at the University of Nevada, Reno campus. Students are responsible for all national laboratory fees and expenses associated with the course location.

Maximum units a student may earn: 1

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 1
Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
2. explain the need for security during transport of nuclear and other radioactive materials.
3. demonstrate working knowledge of international regulations and associated international recommendations for defining specific security measures during the transport of nuclear and other radioactive materials.
4. categorize package contents following a graded approach using IAEA documents in order to define needed security measures.
5. describe how local law enforcement agencies (LLEAs) should be utilized to provide security during transport and how transport security plans and readiness reviews/corrective actions facilitate interactions with LLEAs.
6. identify and summarize how technologies can be used to enhance security including tracking, communication, command, and control systems.

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