National Research Nuclear University MEPhI

National Research Nuclear University “MEPhI” is one of the most recognized technical universities in Russia. It is the only nuclear research university in Russia. The aim of the university existence is to prepare specialists for nuclear industry, science, information technology and other high-tech sectors of the Russian economy. National Research Nuclear University “MEPhI” implements postgraduate professional education curricula (PhD and postdoctoral level), and carries out fundamental and applied scientific research in high-priority fields of science and technologies. Among MEPhI graduates are Nobel Prize winners, members of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and winners of national prizes. Its professors and alumni have made major contributions to various fields of theoretical and experimental physics, mathematics, cybernetics, and computer sciences.
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Fundamentals of Modern Russian-designed NPPs with VVER-1200 (Coursera)

The goal of the course is to present the pressurized water reactor (VVER) technology and the modern design of the Russian Nuclear Power Plants (NPPs) – Generation III+ NPP with VVER-1200 reactor. The course describes the features of NPPs with VVER-1200 reactor. In particular, the attention is paid to [...]

Construction and operation of pumps for nuclear power plants (Coursera)

Pumps are widely used in industry, agriculture and in public utilities. However, it is in power engineering that pumps find the widest range of applications. The technological systems of nuclear and thermal power plants involve transferring large quantities of fluids with different physical and chemical properties at different pressure [...]

Nuclear Reactor Physics Basics (Coursera)

This engineering course is designed to introduce students to a range of concepts, ideas and models used in nuclear reactor physics. This course will focus on the physical theory of reactors and methods of experimental studies of the neutron field.

Methods of Surface Analysis (Coursera)

There is a vast variety of contemporary surface analysis methods that you can use for your research. If you are not sure which one is right for you, or if you want to obtain the right information about different surface analysis techniques, then this course is for you!

Nuclear Knowledge Management (Coursera)

Learn why knowledge management is so vital to keeping nuclear power operations running safely and efficiently. Nuclear knowledge is critical now: the previous generation of nuclear personnel is retiring; countries are expanding nuclear programs; ageing nuclear installations may face challenges to ensure they can be operated safely; and there [...]

Introduction to International Nuclear Law (Coursera)

So, what is international nuclear law? What aspects of international cooperation exist in this direction? You will learn about this in our course. Nuclear power gives us hope and potential for significant benefits, in a variety of fields, from medicine and agriculture to electricity production and industry. At the [...]

International Nuclear Law: Advanced Concepts (Coursera)

Regulations of operating a nuclear facility. Licensing process and requirements. Transport and physical protection of nuclear and radioactive material. The first part of the course concentrates on the requirements of operating a nuclear facility – initial licensing process and subsequent continuous regulatory control. Next, we will take a [...]

Knowledge Management in Nuclear Energy Organizations (edX)

Learn why knowledge management is so vital to keeping nuclear power operations running safely and efficiently. Nuclear knowledge is critical now: the previous generation of nuclear personnel is retiring; countries are expanding nuclear programs; ageing nuclear installations may face challenges to ensure they can be operated safely; and there [...]

From Atoms to Stars: How Physics Explains Our World (edX)

Explore the universe through physics from the smallest micro particle to the vastness of galaxies. In this physics course, you will learn about the structure and function of our universe, from the micro-world of quantum fields and atoms up to the mega-world of stars and galaxies. You will learn [...]

Enterprise Software Lifecycle Management (edX)

Learn the best models, methods and practices for effective lifecycle management for large-scale software. Want to manage software development, but unsure where to begin? This computer science course will teach you the models, methods and practices of software development to make the process manageable and result in high-quality and [...]