Hard Skills
ExpertReactor Control OperationsThe precise manipulation of control rods, coolant flow, and chemical moderators to maintain reactor criticality and steady-state power levels.
ExpertNuclear Regulatory ComplianceMaintaining operational standards in strict accordance with Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) or equivalent national body mandates and reporting requirements.
AdvancedThermodynamics and Heat TransferApplying principles of fluid flow, steam tables, and thermal energy to monitor and optimize secondary cooling loops and steam generation.
AdvancedEmergency Operating Procedures (EOP)The execution of pre-defined, high-stress protocols during abnormal plant conditions or transients to stabilize the reactor core.
IntermediateRadiological ProtectionThe use of shielding, distance, time, and dosimetry monitoring to manage radiation exposure to personnel and the environment.