Pellet-Cladding-Interaction (PCI)

Objectives:

Provide detailed knowledge on Pellet-Cladding Interaction. The trainee will profit from the world-wide experience and expertise of Framatome such as an incomparable database from in-pile & irradiation program assessment, a unique modeling know-how on different types of reactors, irradiation conditions and materials, and an expierence with safety regulations world-wide.

Content:

The training consists of the following topics:

• Pellet-Cladding-Mechanical-Interaction (PCMI)
• Stress-corrosion cracking
• Effect of Missing Pellet Surface (MPS)
• Appearance of fuel rods with PCI failures
• Testing
• Operational conditions in a PWR/BWR
• Manufacturing aspects
• Possible mitigations to reduce PCI risk

The contents, the format (see hereafter), and the duration are adapted according to the customer request and needs.

The courses can be organized according to different formats:

• Instructor led classroom / lab
• E-learning
• Webinar

The course materials are based on the most up-to-date world-wide Framatome know-how to provide to our attendees the highest quality on the technical content of our courses.

The teaching material includes interactive PowerPoint presentations and hands-on exercises. The training can also comprise exercises on simulator,  on equipment mock-ups, and also guided visits of test facilities.

The instructors come from the Framatome GmbH Fuel Engineering site. Their knowledge is based on years of experience in engineering service activities, as well as on the specific competences necessary for the training.

If you have any questions or if our current training offer does not exactly match your needs, we encourage you to contact us!