NP 720 - Fundamentals of Nuclear Security

(1 unit)

An overview of nuclear security, with an introduction to key concepts, terms, and approaches that support both domestic and international efforts to improve nuclear security. This course is offered primarily at Sandia National Laboratory in New Mexico, and may occasionally be offered at other authorized locations. Students are responsible for all national laboratory fees and expenses associated with the course location.

Maximum units a student may earn: 1

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing; basic knowledge of nuclear materials and pre-assigned reading completed before the course.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 1
Offered: Every Fall

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. describe the contents of key IAEA Nuclear Security Series (NSS) documents (NSS-13, NSS-25G, NSS-7).
3. explain the role of nuclear material accounting and control as an element of nuclear security and how it can be integrated with physical protection systems.
4. describe the recommendations for physical protection, accounting, and control against theft and sabotage.
5. discuss how attitudes, behaviors, and beliefs impact nuclear security effectiveness.
6. demonstrate an understanding that there is a credible threat to nuclear material, and to associated facilities, activities and information.

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