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FIRST ENERGY NUCLEAR OPERATING COMPANY

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• Source of official student records

• Titles of all evaluated learning experiences

• Descriptions and credit recommendations

The First Energy Nuclear Operating Company (FENOC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of First Energy Corporation. First Energy is a diversified energy services holding company headquartered in Akron, Ohio and is the nation’s 5th largest investor-owned electric system, serving 4.5 million customers within 30,100 square miles of northern and central Ohio and western Pennsylvania.

FENOC is the operator of the Perry Nuclear Power Plant, located 35 miles northeast of Cleveland, Ohio along Lake Erie’s shoreline. An in-house staff of 43 trainers and support personnel are housed in a modern Training and Education Center containing offices, classrooms, laboratories, a control room simulator and a technical library. A separate Maintenance Training Facility is located on-site that houses maintenance classrooms, laboratories, and an operating flow loop. Both initial and continuing training courses are developed and conducted in operations, chemistry, radiation protection, instrumentation and controls, mechanical and electrical maintenance, engineering, radwaste and supervisory skills. The training staff also works with a variety of colleges and universities to provide undergraduate college courses at the Perry site.

Source of official student records: Training Services Unit Supervisor (TEC212), Perry Training Section, Perry Nuclear Power Plant, 10 Center Road, Perry, OH, 44081.

NOTE: Several of the following courses were previously evaluated and recommended for college credit for Cleveland Electric Illuminating Company. A note appears at the end of each relevant exhibit clarifying when earlier credit recommendations were in effect.

Titles of all evaluated learning experiences

NOTE: The Reactor Operator program is an integrated learning experience. Except where it is noted in the exhibit that a course is a prerequisite to the RO program or an optional course, credit is recommended when an individual has completed all of the required component courses.
Academic Fundamentals (OT-3028)
Administrative Procedures Familiarization (OT-3039)
Components (OT-3303)
Electrical Operator Training (MPO-2827)
Licensed Systems (OT-3036)
Mitigation of Core Damage Theory and Advanced Transient and Accident Analysis (OT-3401)
Perry Emergency Instructions (OT-3402)
Perry Emergency Operations (OT-3403)
Perry Plant Attendant Systems (SYS-5014)
Reactor Physics (OT-3301)
Simulator Normal Operations (OT-3046)
Systems and Integrated Operations (SYS-5200)
Technical Specifications for Licensed Operators (OT-3037)
Thermodynamics (OT-3302)
Transient Plant Operations (OT-3035)

Descriptions and credit recommendations

REACTOR OPERATOR

NOTE: The Reactor Operator program is an integrated learning experience. Except where it is noted in the exhibit that a course is a prerequisite to the RO program or an optional course, credit is recommended when an individual has completed all of the required component courses.

Academic Fundamentals (OT-3028)
Location: Perry Nuclear Power Plant, Perry, OH.
Length: Version 1 or 2: 120 hours (3 weeks).
Dates: Version 1: January 1998 - December 2005. Version 2: January 2006 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1 or 2: Discuss basic principles and perform fundamental calculations relevant to mathematics, classical physics, plant chemistry, radiological effects, and engineering drawings, prints, and schematics.
Instruction: Version 1 or 2: Introductory mathematics; exponents powers and radicals; scientific notation; logarithms; natural logarithms; algebraic operation; algebraic equations; algebraic word problems; systems of equations; quadratic equations; exponential equations; applications of equations to physical systems; graphing; geometry; trigonometry; applications of physics and unit analysis; mechanics; gravity and friction; linear momentum and rotational systems; work, energy, and power; fundamentals of chemistry; chemical reactions in nuclear power plants; nuclear power plant chemistry control; water analysis for nuclear power plants; radiochemistry; interaction of radiation with biological systems; engineering drawings and prints.
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours as an elective in Engineering Technology  (1/01). Version 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1semester hour as an elective in Engineering Technology  (1/06 revalidation).

1. Administrative Procedures Familiarization (OT-3039)
2. Technical Specifications for Licensed Operators (OT-3037)
Location: Perry Nuclear Power Plant, Perry, OH.
Length: Course 1. 80 hours (predominantly guided self-study.) Course 2. 80 hours (10 days).
Dates: Course 1 or 2:  January 1998 - Present.*
Objectives: Course 1: Identify the correct administrative procedure when presented with various plant scenarios; analyze given industry events and formulate corrective actions. Course 2: Discuss the relationship among technical specifications and bases, the operating license, and Federal law; discuss safety limits, limiting conditions for operation (LCO), and surveillance requirements as they relate to various plant conditions; analyze plant conditions and determine required actions.
Instruction: Course 1: Administrative procedures; limitations on plant operation; forms associated with various plant conditions/work; practice in completing forms. Course 2: Safety set-points; safety limits; limiting conditions for operation (LCO); surveillance requirements; reporting requirements. Course participants review, discuss, and analyze numerous case studies to enhance their ability to use and interpret technical specifications.
Credit recommendation: Courses 1 and 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours as an elective in a Nuclear Engineering Technology curriculum (1/01) (1/06 revalidation). NOTE: Courses 1 and 2 must both be completed to receive credit. *NOTE: Earlier versions of these courses, dating from May 1989 and September 1989, respectively, to December 1997 and sponsored by Cleveland Electric Company, appear in the 1994 and 1996 editions of the Directory. Please refer to those documents or contact National PONSI for further information.

Components (OT-3303)
Location: Perry Nuclear Power Plant, Perry, OH.
Length: 40 hours (1 week).
Dates: January 1998 - Present.*
Objectives: Describe the characteristics, operation and applications of typical power plant valves and pumps; describe the construction and operation of plant heat exchangers and condensers and effects on plant operation; discuss the principles and purposes of ion exchange and demineralizer operation; explain the theory of operation and basic construction of plant pressure, temperature, level, flow, and radiation protection devices; identify types and explain application and operation of breakers, relays, and disconnects; define the application and operation of various controllers and positioners; operate various types of valves.
Instruction: Valve position effects on backpressure and flow; function and design of globe, needle, gate, butterfly, ball and plug, check, diaphragm, relief, air operated and safety valves; thermal binding and pressure locking valves; classification of pumps and operating characteristics; cavitation; centrifugal pump components and operation;  positive displacement pumps; centrifugal pump laws; surface and direct contact heat exchangers; heat transfer; thermal shock; temperature control; flow rate; components and operation of condenser; ion exchange process; demineralizer operation; filter dimineralizer construction; demineralizer flow and temperature limitations; electrostatic forces and how they relate to electrical/electronic applications; AC and DC electrical/electronic circuits; solve various parameters using Ohm’s Law, Kirchoff’s Law, and power equations; operation of AC and DC motors; centrifugal pump motor current; direct and alternating current; circuit interruption devices; circuit breakers; breaker position; circuit breaker safety precautions; AC generator output breakers; thermal overload protection device; relay device; temperature measurement devices; pressure measuring devices; differential pressure cell; flow detection devices; radiation detectors; dosimetry devices; gas-filled detectors; position detectors; control systems;  valve controller; flow control valve; valve positioners; pressure and temperature controllers; flow and level controllers; speed controllers; characteristics of various valves; valve operators; valve position verification; pipe manufacturing methods; pipe fittings; hangers and supports; filters; strainers; steam traps.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Industrial Instrumentation and Control (1/01) (1/06 revalidation). *NOTE: An earlier version of this course, dating from March 1995 to December 1997 and sponsored by Cleveland Electric Company, appears in the 1996 edition of the Directory. Please refer to that document or contact National PONSI for further information.

Electrical Operator Training (MPO-2827)
Location: Perry Nuclear Power Plant, Perry, OH.
Length: Version 1: 40 hours (5 days). Version 2: 40 hours (5 days) or 24 hours (3 days), depending upon background of students.
Dates: Version 1: January 1998 - December 2005. Version 2: January 2006 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1 or 2: Monitor AC and DC motors, AC generators, and transformers to determine proper and improper operation; discuss the purpose, flow-paths, function and location of the plant electrical system; operate the 480 Volt electrical distribution system under normal and transient conditions; discuss how to avert interruption of power and restore power from an alternate source; operate the DC electrical distribution system during normal and abnormal conditions; explain the application of protective relaying and describe the specific protection schemes used for major plant electrical components; identify and apply safety practices; describe the independent verification process as it applies to the plant’s electrical systems; perform emergency duties within the switchyard; perform switchgear operations; safely ground 480v, 4160v, 13.8v switchgear and loads.
Instruction: Version 1 or 2: Electrical components: motors, generators, and transformers; plant electrical system; 480 volt electrical distribution system; uninterruptible power supplies; DC electrical distribution system; protective relaying and ground faults; electrical operator safety and administration; switchyard training; switchgear; electrical grounding
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours as an elective in Electrical/Electronic Technology, Nuclear Engineering Technology, or Applied Technology (1/01). Version 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour as an elective in Electrical/Electronic Technology, Nuclear Engineering Technology, or Applied Technology (1/06 revalidation). NOTE: This course is a prerequisite to the Reactor Operator Program.

Licensed Systems (OT-3036)
Location: Perry Nuclear Power Plant, Perry, OH.
Length: Version 1: 480 hours (12 weeks). Version 2: 540 hours (14 weeks).
Dates: Version 1: January 1998 - July 2004.* Version 2: August 2004 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1 or 2: Define system components, function, boundaries and physical parameters; outline effects of system interface on overall plant operations; identify system lineups for various plant conditions; describe basic system interrelationships; explain system design consideration on overall safety; outline interaction of systems and apply reactor theory knowledge when given a plant operation/control scenario and analyze the state of the plant.
Instruction: Version 1 or 2: Reactor Vessel and Internals; Nuclear Boiler Process Instrumentation; Main Steam System; Automatic Depressurization System; Nuclear Steam Supply Shutoff System; Reactor Re-circulation and Re-circulation Flow Control System; Control Rod Drive Hydraulic System; Control Rod Drive Mechanism; Rod Control and Information System; Redundant Reactivity Control System; Feedwater Control System; Standby Liquid Control System; Source Range Neutron Monitoring System; Average/Local Power Range Monitoring System and Oscillation Power Range Monitoring System; Immediate Range Neutron Monitoring System; Remote Shutdown System; Reactor Protection System; Integrated Computer System; Airborne Radiation Monitoring System; Process Radiation Monitoring System; Post Accident Radiation Monitoring System; Post Accident Radiation Monitoring System; Area Radiation Monitoring System; Containment Atmosphere Monitoring System; Seismic Monitoring System; Meteorological Monitoring System; Residual Heat Removal; Low Pressure Core Spray System; High Pressure Core Spray System; HPCS Diesel Generator; Leak Detection System; Reactor Core Isolation Cooling System; Refueling Equipment; Inclined Fuel Transfer System; Reactor Water Cleanup System and RWCU F/D Subsystem; Fuel Pool Cooling and Cleanup System; Suppression Pool Cleanup System; Suppression Pool Makeup; Liquid Rad waste Sump System; Nuclear Fuel; Containment Vessel Cooling System; Drywell Cooling System; Containment Vessel & Drywell Purge (CVDWP) System; Annulus Exhaust Gas Treatment System; Drywell Vacuum Relief System; Containment Vacuum Relief System; Control Room HVAC and Emergency Re-circulation; Emergency Closed Cooling Pump Area Cooling System; ESW Pump House Ventilation System; Turbine Building/Heater Bay Ventilation System; Off-Gas Building Exhaust System; Fuel Handling Building Ventilation System; Diesel Generator Building Ventilation System; Combustible Gas Control System; Hydrogen Ignition System; Condensate System; Main, Reheat, Extraction and Miscellaneous Drains; Condensate Filtration System; Condensate Demineralizers, Feedwater and Feedwater Leakage Control System; Main Turbine and Auxiliaries; Steam Bypass and Turbine Control;  Steam Seal System;  Lube Oil System; Generator Hydrogen Supply/Gas Control System; Extraction Steam and Feedwater Heater Vent and Drain; Main Generator and Exciter; Hydrogen Seal Oil System; Stator Water Cooling System; Condenser Air Removal System; Off-Gas System; Off-Gas Vault Refrigeration System; Circulating Water; Condensate Transfer and Storage System; Makeup Water Pretreatment System; Two-Bed Demineralizer and Distribution System; Mixed Bed Demineralizer and Distribution System; Service Water System; Emergency Closed Cooling System; Nuclear Closed Cooling System; Turbine Building Closed Cooling System; Emergency Service Water System; Nuclear Closed Cooling System; Control Complex Chilled Water-CCCW;  Emergency Service Water Screen Wash; Containment Vessel Chilled Water System; Service and Instrument Air Systems; Fire Service Water System; Safety-Related Instrument Air System; Potable Water System; Nitrogen Supply System; Post Accident Sampling System; Plant Electrical System; Isophase Bus and Bus Duct Cooling System; Uninterruptible Power Supplies; 480 Volt Electrical Distribution System; Heat Trace and Freeze Protection System; DC Electrical Distribution System; Standby Diesel Generator and Auxiliaries; Reactor Containment System; Potable Water System; Auxiliary Building Ventilation System; ECCS Pump Room Cooling; Steam Tunnel Cooling.
Credit recommendation: Version 1 or 2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 6 semester hours as Plant Systems Overview in Engineering or Nuclear Engineering Technology (1/01) (1/06 revalidation). *NOTE: Earlier versions of this course, dating from June 1985 to December 1997 and sponsored by Cleveland Electric Company, appears in the 1996 edition of the Directory. Please refer to that document or contact National PONSI for further information. NOTE: This course overlaps in content with Systems and Integrated Operations (SYS-5200) and Perry Plant Attendant Systems (SYS-5014). In the event that more than one systems course is successfully completed, the maximum recommended credit is 6 semester hours.

1. Mitigation of Core Damage Theory and Advanced Transient and Accident Analysis (OT-3401)
2. Perry Emergency Instructions (OT-3402)
VERSION 1
1. Mitigation of Core Damage Theory and Advanced Transient and Accident Analysis (OT-3401)
2. Perry Emergency Instructions (OT-3402)
3. Perry Emergency Operations (OT-3403)
VERSION 2
Location: Perry Nuclear Power Plant, Perry, OH.
Length: Version 1: Course 1. 35 hours (5 days). Course 2. 64 hours (8 days).
Version 2: Course 1. 32 hours (5 days). Course 2. 64 hours (8 days). Course 3: 80 hours (2 weeks); includes 40 hours of simulator experience).
Dates: Version 1: Course 1 or 2. January 1998 - December 2005.* Version 2: Course 1, 2, or 3. January 2006 - Present.*
Objectives: Version 1: Courses 1 and 2: Recognize conditions associated with inadequate core cooling fuel/core damage and degradation in boiling water reactors; identify systems, instrumentation and procedures to mitigate consequences of severe reactor transients. Version 2: Courses 1, 2, and 3: Recognize conditions associated with inadequate core cooling fuel/core damage and degradation in boiling water reactors; identify systems, instrumentation and procedures to mitigate consequences of severe reactor transients and malfunctions.
Instruction: Version 1: Course 1: Heat sources; inadequate core cooling; nuclear boiler instrumentation response; nuclear instrumentation response; gas generation; radiochemical results of core damage; rad monitoring/sampling system response; corrosion effects; Chernobyl; ATAA background and initial analysis; summation and current reload analysis; LOCA ECCS response; LOCA containment response; simulator demonstration. Version 1: Course 2: RPV level control, power control, pressure control, temperature control, and hydrogen control; emergency depressurization; radioactivity release control; containment leakage control. Version 2: Course 1: Heat sources; inadequate core cooling; nuclear boiler instrumentation response; nuclear instrumentation response; gas generation; radiochemical results of core damage; rad monitoring/sampling system response; corrosion effects; Chernobyl; ATAA background and initial analysis; summation and current reload analysis; LOCA ECCS response; LOCA containment response; simulator demonstration. Version 2: Course 2: RPV level control, power control, pressure control, temperature control, and hydrogen control; emergency depressurization; radioactivity release control; containment leakage control. Version 2: Course 3: Malfunctions during startup and shutdown, heatup and power increase; SCRAM; loss of normal heatsink; malfunctions in RHR; transient power operations; fuel element failure; LOCA; boron injection.
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours as a nuclear elective in Nuclear Engineering Technology (1/01) NOTE: Courses 1 and 2 must both be completed to receive credit. *NOTE: Earlier versions of these courses, dating from June 1984 to December 1997 and sponsored by Cleveland Electric Company, appear in the 1994 and 1996 editions of the Directory. Please refer to those documents or contact National PONSI for further information. Version 2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours as a nuclear elective in Nuclear Engineering Technology (1/06 revalidation). NOTE: Courses 1, 2, and 3 must all be completed to receive credit.

Perry Plant Attendant Systems (SYS-5014)
Location: Perry Nuclear Power Plant, Perry, OH.
Length: Version 1 or 2: 360 hours (9 weeks).
Dates: Version 1: January 1998 - December 2005.* Version 2: January 2006 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1 or 2: Define system components, functions, boundaries and physical parameters; outline basic system interfaces; identify basic system lineups for a variety of operating conditions.
Instruction: Version 1 or 2: Reactor Vessel and Internals; Nuclear Boiler Process Instrumentation; Main Steam System; Automatic Depressurization System; Nuclear Steam Supply Shutoff System; Reactor Re-circulation and Re-circulation Flow Control System; Control Rod Drive Hydraulic System; Control Rod Drive Mechanism; Rod Control and Information System; Standby Liquid Control System; Source Range Neutron Monitoring System; Average/Local Power Range Monitoring System and Oscillation Power Range Monitoring System; Immediate Range Neutron Monitoring System; Remote Shutdown System; Reactor Protection System; Airborne Radiation Monitoring System; Process Radiation Monitoring System; Post Accident Radiation Monitoring System;  Post Accident Radiation Monitoring System; Area Radiation Monitoring System; Residual Heat Removal; Low Pressure Core Spray System; High Pressure Core Spray; (HPCS) System; HPCS Diesel Generator;  Reactor Core Isolation Cooling System; Refueling Equipment; Reactor Water Cleanup System and RWCU F/D Subsystem; Inclined Fuel Transfer System; Fuel Pool Cooling and Cleanup System; Suppression Pool Cleanup System; Suppression Pool Makeup; Miscellaneous Sump Systems; Containment Vessel Cooling System; Drywell Cooling System; Containment Vessel & Drywell Purge (CVDWP) System; Annulus Exhaust Gas Treatment System; Drywell Vacuum Relief System; Containment Vacuum Relief System; Control Access & Misc Equipment Areas HVAC; Switchgear and Misc. Electrical and Battery Exhaust System; Control Room HVAC and Emergency Re-circulation; Computer Room HVAC; Emergency Closed Cooling Pump Area Cooling System; Control and Computer Room Humidification System; Turbine Building/Heater Bay Ventilation System; Off-Gas Building Exhaust System; Water Treatment; Auxiliary Building Ventilation System; ECCS Pump Room Cooling; Fuel Handling Building Ventilation System; Turbine Power Complex Ventilation System; Diesel Generator Building Ventilation System; Service Building HVAC; Circ. Water Pumphouse Ventilation System; Miscellaneous Vents; Steam Tunnel Cooling; Miscellaneous Electrical Areas Smoke Ventilation System; Guardhouse HVAC System; Combustible Gas Control System; Technical Sup
port Center Ventilation System; Hot Machine Shop Ventilation System; Condensate System; Main, Reheat, Condensate Filtration System; Condensate Demineralizers; Feedwater and Feedwater Leakage Control System; Main Turbine and Auxiliaries; Steam Bypass and Turbine Control; Steam Seal System; Lube Oil System; Generator Hydrogen Supply/Gas Control System; Extraction Steam and Feedwater Heater Vent and Drain; Main Generator and Exciter; Hydrogen Seal Oil System; Stator Water Cooling System; Condenser Air Removal System; Off-Gas System; Off-Gas Vault Refrigeration System; Circulating Water; Condenser Mechanical Cleaning System; Condensate Transfer and Storage System; Makeup Water Pretreatment System; Two-Bed Demineralizer and Distribution System; Mixed Bed Demineralizer and Distribution System; Turbine Plant Sampling System; Nuclear Plant Sampling System; Reactor Plant Sampling System; Service Water Screen Wash System; Service Water System; Emergency Closed Cooling System; Nuclear Closed Cooling System; Turbine Building Closed Cooling System; Emergency Service Water System; Nuclear Closed Cooling System; Control Complex Chilled Water-CCCW;  Service Water and Emergency Service Water Chlorination System; Emergency Service Water Screen Wash System; Containment Vessel Chilled Water System; Service and Instrument Air Systems; Fire Service Water System; Building Ventilation; Safety-Related Instrument Air System; Breathable Air; Auxiliary Steam System; Auxiliary Boiler Fuel Oil System; Industrial Waste Disposal System; Sanitary Drain and Sewer System; Potable Water System; Plant Foundation Underdrain System; Nitrogen Supply System; Post Accident Sampling System; Plant Electrical System; Isophase Bus and Bus Duct Cooling System; Uninterruptible Power Supplies; 480 Volt Electrical Distribution System; Heat Trace and Freeze Protection System;  DC Electrical Distribution System; Standby Diesel Generator and Auxiliaries; Permanent Plant Telephone System; Reactor Containment System.
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the lower division baccalaureate/ associate degree category, 4 semester hours as Plant Systems Overview in Nuclear Engineering Technology or Engineering Technology (1/01). *NOTE: An earlier version of this course, dating from April 1990 to December 1997 and sponsored by Cleveland Electric Company, appears in the 1996 edition of the Directory. Please refer to that document or contact National PONSI for further information. NOTE: This course overlaps in content with Licensed Systems (OT-3036) and Systems and Integrated Operations (SYS-5200). In the event that more than one systems course is successfully completed, the maximum recommended credit is 6 semester hours. Version 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/ associate degree category, 3 semester hours as Plant Systems Overview in Nuclear Engineering Technology or Engineering Technology (1/06 revalidation). NOTE: This course overlaps in content with Licensed Systems (OT-3036) and Systems and Integrated Operations (SYS-5200). In the event that more than one systems course is successfully completed, the maximum recommended credit is 6 semester hours. NOTE: This course is a prerequisite to the Reactor Operator Program core courses.

Reactor Physics (OT-3301)
Location: Perry Nuclear Power Plant, Perry, OH.
Length: 40 hours (1 week).
Dates: January 1998 - Present.*
Objectives: Discuss reactor operator physics as it relates to the safe and effective operation of the nuclear reactor.
Instruction: Neutrons; neutron life cycle; reactor kinetics and neutron sources; reactivity coefficients; control rods; fission product poisons; fuel depletion and burnable poisons; reactor operational physics.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 1 semester hour in Nuclear Engineering Technology (1/01) (1/06 revalidation). *NOTE: An earlier version of this course, dating from October 1985 to December 1997 and sponsored by Cleveland Electric Company, appears in the 1996 edition of the Directory. Please refer to that document or contact National PONSI for further information.

Systems and Integrated Operations (SYS-5200)
Location: Perry Nuclear Power Plant, Perry, OH.
Length: Version 1 or 2: 200 hours (5 weeks; includes 40 hours of supervised simulator experience).
Dates: Version 1: January 1998 - December 2005.* Version 2: January 2006 - Present.
Objectives: Version 1 or 2: Define system components, function, boundaries, parameters; describe effects of system interface on overall plant operation; identify system lineups for various plant conditions; describe basic system interrelationships; explain overall effect on safety; describe system purpose and flow paths for various plant/system configurations; explain system/component controls and interlocks; explain the significance of operating precautions and limitations.
Instruction: Version 1 or 2: Reactor Vessel and Internals; Nuclear Boiler Process Instrumentation; Main Steam System; Automatic Depressurization System; Nuclear Steam Supply Shutoff System; Reactor Re-circulation and Re-circulation Flow Control System; Control Rod Drive Hydraulic System; Control Rod Drive Mechanism; Rod Control and Information System; Feedwater Control System; Reactor Protection System; Airborne Radiation Monitoring System; Process Radiation Monitoring System; Post Accident Radiation Monitoring System; Post Accident Radiation Monitoring System; Area Radiation Monitoring System; Residual Heat Removal; Low Pressure Core Spray System; High Pressure Core Spray (HPCS) System; HPCS Diesel Generator; Reactor Core Isolation Cooling System; Reactor Water Cleanup System and RWCU F/D Subsystem; Fuel Pool Cooling and Cleanup System; Suppression Pool Cleanup System; Suppression Pool Makeup; Nuclear Fuel; Containment Vessel Cooling System; Drywell Cooling System; Containment Vessel & Drywell Purge (CVDWP) System; Annulus Exhaust Gas Treatment System; Drywell Vacuum Relief System; Containment Vacuum Relief System; Control Room HVAC and Emergency Re-circulation; Combustible Gas Control System & Hydrogen Ignitors; Condensate System; Main, Reheat, Condensate Filtration System; Condensate Demineralizers; Feedwater and Feedwater Leakage Control System; Main Turbine and Auxiliaries; Steam Bypass and Turbine Control; Steam Seal System; Lube Oil System; Generator Hydrogen Supply/Gas Control System; Extraction Steam and Feedwater Heater Vent and Drain; Main Generator and Exciter; Hydrogen Seal Oil System; Stator Water Cooling System; Condenser Air Removal System; Off-Gas System; Circulating Water; Condensate Transfer and Storage System; Makeup Water Pretreatment System; Two-Bed Demineralizer and Distribution System; Mixed Bed Demineralizer and Distribution System; Service Water System; Emergency Closed Cooling System; Nuclear Closed Cooling System; Turbine Building Closed Cooling System; Emergency Service Water System; Nuclear Closed Cooling System; Control Complex Chilled Water-CCCW; Containment Vessel Chilled Water System; Service and Instrument Air Systems; Fire Service Water System; Building Ventilation; Safety-Related Instrument Air System; Breathable Air; Auxiliary Steam System; Auxiliary Boiler Fuel Oil System; Industrial Waste Disposal System; Sanitary Drain and Sewer System; Potable Water System; Plant Foundation Underdrain System; Nitrogen Supply System; Post Accident Sampling System;  Plant Electrical System; Uninterruptible Power Supplies; 480 Volt Electrical Distribution System; DC Electrical Distribution System; Standby Diesel Generator and Auxiliaries; Permanent Plant Telephone System; Reactor Containment System; Discussion on the Chernobyl Event; Reactor Theory Overview; Technical Specifications Overview, Three Mile Island Event.
Credit recommendation: Version 1: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours as Plant Systems Overview in Engineering or Nuclear Engineering Technology (1/01). *NOTE: Earlier versions of this course, dating from April 1987 to December 1997 and sponsored by Cleveland Electric Company, appears in the 1996 edition of the Directory. Please refer to that document or contact National PONSI for further information. NOTE: This course overlaps in content with Licensed Systems (OT-3036) and Perry Plant Attendant Systems (SYS-5014). If more than one systems course is successfully completed, the maximum credit recommended is 6 semester hours. Version 2: In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 2 semester hours as Plant Systems Overview in Engineering or Nuclear Engineering Technology (1/06 revalidation). NOTE: This course overlaps in content with Licensed Systems (OT-3036) and Perry Plant Attendant Systems (SYS-5014). If more than one systems course is successfully completed, the maximum credit recommended is 6 semester hours. NOTE: This is an optional course within the Reactor Operator Program.

1. Transient Plant Operations (OT-3035)
2. Simulator Normal Operations (OT-3046)
3. Perry Emergency Operations (OT-3403)
(Simulator Training)
VERSION 1
1. Transient Plant Operations (OT-3035)
2. Simulator Normal Operations (OT-3046)
(Simulator Training)
 VERSION 2
Location: Perry Nuclear Power Plant, Perry, OH.
Length: Version 1: Course 1. 152 hours (4 weeks); includes 76 hours of simulator experience. Course 2. 240 hours (6 weeks); includes 120 hours of simulator experience. Course 3. 80 hours (2 weeks); includes 40 hours of simulator experience.
Version 2: Course 1. 160 hours (4 weeks); includes 84 hours of simulator experience. Course 2. 240 hours (6 weeks); includes 120 hours of simulator experience.
Dates: Version 1: Courses 1, 2, or 3. January 1998 - December 2005.* Version 2: Courses 1, 2. January 2006 - Present.  
Objectives: Version 1: Courses 1, 2, or 3 or Version 2: Courses 1, 2: Recognize cause and effect relationships and manipulate the controls in accordance with the procedures of operation of a BWR reactor plant and its associated systems during startup, shutdown, normal operating, and abnormal and emergency conditions.
Instruction: Version 1: Courses 1, 2, and 3: Reactor shutdown/cool-down, startup, heatup and pressurization; turbine generator startup; power increase; power reduction; shutdown; residual heat removal (RHR); malfunctions during startup and shutdown, heatup and power increase; SCRAM; loss of normal heatsink; malfunctions in RHR; transient power operations; fuel element failure; LOCA; boron injection. NOTE: These courses represent a progression from simple to more complex operations. Version 2: Courses 1 and 2: Reactor shutdown/cool-down, startup, heatup and pressurization; turbine generator startup; power increase; power reduction; shutdown; residual heat removal (RHR); malfunctions during startup and shutdown, heatup and power increase; SCRAM; loss of normal heatsink; malfunctions in RHR; transient power operations; fuel element failure; LOCA; boron injection. NOTE: These courses represent a progression from simple to more complex operations.
Credit recommendation: Version 1: Courses 1, 2, and 3: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours as a Nuclear Operations Laboratory in an Engineering or Engineering Technology Curriculum (4/01). NOTE: Courses 1, 2, and 3 must all be completed to receive credit. *NOTE: Earlier versions of these courses, dating from July 1986 to December 1997 and sponsored by Cleveland Electric Company, appear in the 1996 edition of the Directory. Please refer to that document or contact National PONSI for further information. Version 2: Courses 1 and  2: In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 2 semester hours as a Nuclear Operations Laboratory in an Engineering or Engineering Technology Curriculum (1/06 revalidation). NOTE: Courses  and 2 must both be completed to receive credit.

Thermodynamics (OT-3302)
Location: Perry Nuclear Power Plant, Perry, OH.
Length: 40 hours (1 week).
Dates: January 1998 - Present.*
Objectives: Define and identify pressure and temperature scales; define volume and mass flow rates; describe steam tables; discuss volume, moisture content, specific heat, enthalpy and entropy; define thermodynamic cycles; describe conduction, convection, and radiation; perform simple heat transfer calculations; calculate enthalpy in basic plant systems; describe boiling processes and sketch boiling curve; identify thermal considerations and limits in a BWR; describe natural circulation; describe flow measurements; define and explain pump laws.
Instruction: Units and properties; basic energy concepts; steam; thermodynamic processes; thermodynamic cycles; fluid statics and dynamics; heat transfer and heat exchangers; thermal hydraulics; core thermal limits; brittle fracture, and vessel thermal stresses.
Credit recommendation: In the lower division baccalaureate/ associate degree category, 2 semester hours in Applied Thermodynamics in an Engineering Technology curriculum (1/01) (1/06 revalidation). *NOTE: An earlier version of this course, dating from October 1985 to December 1997 and sponsored by Cleveland Electric Company, appears in the 1996 edition of the Directory. Please refer to that document or contact National PONSI for further information.

Updated 12/7/07

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