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Course on Modular Robots for Academic Decommissioning

Online course of 300 h in Modular Robots for Academic Decommissioning. 6 modules covering IAEA GSR Part 6 (decommissioning of facilities), IAEA SSG-47 (decommissioning of power plants and research reactors) and ROS 2. Dedicated tutor and enrolment open.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
Start datesOctober / March
LocationEurope (Madrid)
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Explain the phases and strategies of nuclear decommissioning.

02

Describe the design principles of reconfigurable modular robots.

03

Select cutting and handling tools for remote segmentation.

04

Evaluate the radiation resistance of robotic components.

05

Apply ISO 12100 to the risk assessment of decommissioning equipment.

06

Plan robotic tasks through simulation.

07

Design a modular robot concept for an academic case.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Nuclear decommissioning engineer looking to specialise in Modular Robots for Academic Decommissioning.
  • Modular robotics engineer looking to specialise in Modular Robots for Academic Decommissioning.
  • Mechanical design engineer looking to specialise in Modular Robots for Academic Decommissioning.
  • Decommissioning project planner looking to specialise in Modular Robots for Academic Decommissioning.
  • Remote handling technician looking to specialise in Modular Robots for Academic Decommissioning.
  • Researcher in robotics for hostile environments looking to specialise in Modular Robots for Academic Decommissioning.
  • Engineering or science graduates looking to move into facility decommissioning.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • IAEA GSR Part 6 (decommissioning of facilities)
  • IAEA SSG-47 (decommissioning of power plants and research reactors)
  • ISO 17874 (remote handling devices)
  • Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 (machinery)
  • ISO 12100 (risk assessment)
  • IEC 61508 (functional safety)
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1Modular and reconfigurable robots
  2. 1.2Chain, lattice and hybrid architectures
  3. 1.3Advantages in nuclear environments
  4. 1.4Modularity for repair and replacement
  5. 1.5Examples of modular arms and vehicles
  6. 1.6Standard mechanical and electrical interfaces
  7. 1.7Degrees of freedom and configurations
  8. 1.8Cost and scalability
  9. 1.9Open research challenges
  10. 1.10Case study: a modular system for hot cells
  1. 2.1Actuators and gear reducers
  2. 2.2Quick-coupling connectors
  3. 2.3Sealing and ease of decontamination
  4. 2.4Radiation-resistant materials
  5. 2.5Design for remote replacement
  6. 2.6Cabling and signal routing
  7. 2.7Torque and load calculations
  8. 2.8Additive manufacturing of modules
  9. 2.9Mechanical testing
  10. 2.10Workshop: CAD design of a joint module
  1. 3.1Radiation-tolerant electronics
  2. 3.2CAN and EtherCAT buses
  3. 3.3Module auto-discovery
  4. 3.4Distributed versus centralised control
  5. 3.5Kinematics of variable configurations
  6. 3.6Automatic calibration after reconfiguration
  7. 3.7Firmware and remote updates
  8. 3.8Power management
  9. 3.9Module fault diagnosis
  10. 3.10Lab: a module chain with EtherCAT
  1. 4.1Reconfiguration planning
  2. 4.2Choosing a configuration for the task
  3. 4.3Generalised inverse kinematics
  4. 4.4Motion planning with MoveIt
  5. 4.5Simulation in Gazebo
  6. 4.6Interchangeable tools
  7. 4.7Multi-robot cooperation
  8. 4.8Redundancy and self-repair
  9. 4.9Operator interface for configurations
  10. 4.10Lab: simulated reconfiguration for two tasks
  1. 5.1Hot cell mock-ups
  2. 5.2Cutting, segmentation and handling tasks
  3. 5.3Radiological simulation of scenarios
  4. 5.4Tests with inactive materials
  5. 5.5Performance metrics
  6. 5.6University-industry collaboration
  7. 5.7European research projects
  8. 5.8Safety in the university laboratory
  9. 5.9Publication and reproducibility
  10. 5.10Case study: a university decommissioning test bench
  1. 6.1Defining the target tasks
  2. 6.2Proposed modular architecture
  3. 6.3Mechanical design of modules
  4. 6.4Distributed control system
  5. 6.5Reconfiguration strategy
  6. 6.6Task simulation
  7. 6.7Performance evaluation
  8. 6.8Mock-up validation plan
  9. 6.9Report and presentation
  10. 6.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable materials, recorded classes and a dedicated technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake period, making it easy to combine with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standards and applied exercises. The software used is ROS 2, Siemens NX, CoppeliaSim, MATLAB/Simulink, Autodesk Inventor, in free, academic or trial versions. Testing is studied through real procedures from cutting mock-ups and segmentation, modular robot prototypes, virtual decommissioning planning. Assessment is continuous for each module, plus a final capstone project.

Accredited laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-driven Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry mentoring:lecturers with a track record in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible format(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:a safety-by-design approach, with cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as its pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Defining the target tasks

Explain the phases and strategies of nuclear decommissioning.

Proposed modular architecture

Describe the design principles of reconfigurable modular robots.

Mechanical design of modules

Select cutting and handling tools for remote segmentation.

Distributed control system

Evaluate the radiation resistance of robotic components.

Reconfiguration strategy

Apply ISO 12100 to the risk assessment of decommissioning equipment.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Nuclear decommissioning engineerModular robotics engineerMechanical design engineerDecommissioning project plannerRemote handling technicianResearcher in robotics for hostile environments
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • No previous qualification is required.
  • An internet connection and a computer able to run the programme software.
  • A level of English sufficient to read technical standards.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme totals 300 hours spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.

You will work with ROS 2, Siemens NX, CoppeliaSim, MATLAB/Simulink, Autodesk Inventor. Free, academic or trial versions are used, and your tutor will point out a free alternative where one exists.

A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the capstone project. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state-accredited degree.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Check the credit recognition policy when you enrol.

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