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Initial Examination Report No. 50-156/OL-06-01, University of Wisconsin
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Issue date: 04/05/2006
From: Thomas B E
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To: Agasie R J
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April 5, 2006Mr. Robert AgasieReactor Director Nuclear Engineering Laboratory 1513 University Avenue, Room 141ME University of Wisconsin Madison, WI 53706

SUBJECT:

INITIAL EXAMINATION REPORT NO. 50-156/OL-06-01, UNIVERSITY OFWISCONSIN

Dear Mr. Agasie:

During the week of March 13, 2006, the NRC administered an operator licensing examination atyour University of Wisconsin Reactor. The examination was conducted according to NUREG-1478, "Non-Power Reactor Operator Licensing Examiner Standards," Revision 1. Examination questions and preliminary findings were discussed with those members of your staff identified in the enclosed report at the conclusion of the examination. In accordance with 10 CFR 2.790 of the Commission's regulations, a copy of this letter and theenclosures will be available electronically for public inspection in the NRC Public DocumentRoom or from the Publicly Available Records (PARS) component of NRC's AgencywideDocuments Access and Management System (ADAMS). ADAMS is accessible from the NRC Web site at (the Public Electronic Reading Room) http://www.nrc.gov/NRC/ADAMS/index.html. The NRC is forwarding the individual grades to you in a separate letter which will not bereleased publicly. Should you have any questions concerning this examination, please contact Mr. Phillip T. Young at (301) 415-4094 or via internet e-mail pty@nrc.gov. Sincerely, /RA/

Brian E. Thomas, ChiefResearch and Test Reactors Branch Division of Policy and Rulemaking Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation Docket No. 50-156

Enclosures:

1. Initial Examination Report No. 50-156/OL-06-012. Facility comments with NRC resolution
3. Examination and answer key (RO/SRO)cc w/encls.: Please see next page University of WisconsinDocket No. 50-156 cc:

Mayor of MadisonCity Hall Madison, WI 53705Chairman, Public Service Commission of Wisconsin 610 North Whitney Way P.O. Box 7854 Madison, WI 53707-7854 April 05, 2006Mr. Robert Agasie Reactor Director Nuclear Engineering Laboratory 1513 University Avenue, Room 141ME University of Wisconsin Madison, WI 53706

SUBJECT:

INITIAL EXAMINATION REPORT NO. 50-156/OL-06-01, UNIVERSITY OFWISCONSIN

Dear Mr. Agasie:

During the week of March 13, 2006, the NRC administered an operator licensing examination atyour University of Wisconsin Reactor. The examination was conducted according to NUREG-1478, "Non-Power Reactor Operator Licensing Examiner Standards," Revision 1. Examination questions and preliminary findings were discussed with those members of your staff identified in the enclosed report at the conclusion of the examination. In accordance with 10 CFR 2.790 of the Commission's regulations, a copy of this letter and theenclosures will be available electronically for public inspection in the NRC Public DocumentRoom or from the Publicly Available Records (PARS) component of NRC's AgencywideDocuments Access and Management System (ADAMS). ADAMS is accessible from the NRC Web site at (the Public Electronic Reading Room) http://www.nrc.gov/NRC/ADAMS/index.html. The NRC is forwarding the individual grades to you in a separate letter which will not bereleased publicly. Should you have any questions concerning this examination, please contact Mr. Phillip T. Young at (301) 415-4094 or via internet e-mail pty@nrc.gov. Sincerely, /RA/

Brian E. Thomas, ChiefResearch and Test Reactors Branch Division of Policy and Rulemaking Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation Docket No. 50-156

Enclosures:

1. Initial Examination Report No. 50-156/OL-06-012. Facility comments with NRC resolution
3. Examination and answer key (RO/SRO)cc w/encls.: Please see next page DISTRIBUTION w/ encls.:PUBLICDRT/PRT r/f BThomas Facility File (EBarnhill) O-6 F-2AAdams, PM ADAMS PACKAGE ACCESSION NO.: ML060870484ADAMS CORPORATE NOTIFICATION LETTER NO.: ML060870492TEMPLATE NO.: NRR-079 Public Non Public Sensitive Non SensitiveOFFICE:PRT:CEIOLB:LAPRT:BCNAME:PTYoung*EBarnhill*BThomas:tls*DATE:4/4/064/4/064/5/06OFFICIAL RECORD COPY U. S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSIONOPERATOR LICENSING INITIAL EXAMINATION REPORTREPORT NO.:50-156/OL-06-01 FACILITY DOCKET NO.:50-156 FACILITY LICENSE NO.:R-74 FACILITY:University of Wisconsin EXAMINATION DATES:March 13 - 17, 2004SUBMITTED BY:/RA/ 3/28/06 Phillip T. Young, Chief ExaminerDate

SUMMARY

During the week of March 13, 2006, the NRC administered operator licensing examinations tofour Reactor Operator candidates and one Senior Reactor Operator (Upgrade) candidate. Allother candidates passed all portions of their respective examinations.REPORT DETAILS1.Examiners: Phillip T. Young, Chief Examiner2.Results:RO PASS/FAILSRO PASS/FAILTOTAL PASS/FAILWritten4/01/05/0Operating Tests4/01/05/0 Overall4/01/05/03.Exit Meeting:Phillip T. Y oung, NRC, ExaminerRobert Agasie, Reactor Director, University of WisconsinDuring the exit meeting, the examiners commented on the fact that the candidatesdisplayed a difference in use of radiation monitoring instrumentation when opening a beam port for pre-startup and post shutdow n checks. ENCLOSURE 1 Facility Comments Regarding NRC Exam Administered on March 14, 2006Question A.019Facility Comment:Eliminated by the examiner due to the answer and reference being left in the printedcopy of the exam.NRC Resolution:Agree with comment. Question B.005Facility Comment:Eliminated by the examiner because there was no correct answer.

NRC Resolution:Agree with comment. Question B.010Facility Comment:The answer key indicates the correct answer is B. However, the correct answer is C.

NRC Resolution:Agree with comment. Due to typographical error the wrong correct answer wasindicated.Question B.012Facility Comment:The answer key indicates the correct answer is A. However, the correct answer is D.

NRC Resolution:Agree with comment. Due to typographical error the wrong correct answer wasindicated.Question B.013Facility Comment: Facility management objects to this question because the reactor director feels it isthe responsibility of an SRO to understand the basis for all procedure steps includingthose based in the Code of Federal Regulations. The director does not believe an RO should need to know which federal regulations cover specific requirements. An RO should follow facility procedures explicitly.NRC Resolution:The question ask for an overview level general knowledge of four major sections ofthe Code and does not require detailed knowledge to answer. The four part question is valued at 1 point to prevent attaching a higher significance to the knowledge. The examiner feels that, given the level of knowledge asked for and the relative low worth of the question, it is an appropriate RO level question and will remain part of theexamination. Question C.003Facility Comment:The answer key indicates the correct answer is B. However, the correct answer is D.

NRC Resolution:Agree with comment. Due to typographical error the wrong correct answer wasindicated.ENCLOSURE 2 Question C.015Facility Comment:The reactor director objects to this question because he feels it is inappropriate for anRO to rely upon memory for any procedure steps or system set points beyond thoseimmediate actions of the emergency procedures and reactor protection systemsettings. The area radiation monitors are not part of the RPS and the setting can bechanged; therefore, the set points are posted on the instrument. Memorization canlead to RO response that is inappropriate should the system set point change.NRC Resolution:The examiner feels that the applicants should be able to display a cognizance of tripand alarm set points in order to ensure they understand when a parameter would have exceeded these points without providing the appropriate alarm or trip. The question will remain part of the examination.

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSINEXAMINATION WITH ANSWER KEYOPERATOR LICENSINGEXAMINATIONMarch 13, 2006ENCLOSURE 3 Section A L Theory, Thermodynamics & Facility Operating CharacteristicsPage 1 of 25Question:A.001[1.5 point 0.75 points each](1.5)in column A with the correct definition in column B.Column AColumn Ba.Prompt Neutron1.A neutron in equilibrium with its surroundings.b.Fast Neutron2.A neutron born directly from fission.c.Thermal Neutron 3.A neutron born due to decay of a fission product.d.Delayed Neutron4.A neutron at an energy level greater than its surroundings.Answer:A.001a. = 2; b. = 4;c. = 1;d. = 3

Reference:

NEEP 234, p. 87.Question:A.002[1 point](2.5)A reactor is subcritical with a Keff of 0.955. A positive reactivity of 4.9% delta k/k is inserted into the core. At this point, the reactor is:a.subcritical.b.exactly critical.c.supercritical.d.prompt critical.Answer:A.002c.

Reference:

UWNR Operator Training Manual, Reactor Physics II.When keff = 0.955, = -0.047 delta k/k; 4.9% delta k/k = + 0.049 delta k/k - 0.047 + 0.049 delta k/k = + 0.002 delta k/k, therefore reactor is supercritical.

Section A L Theory, Thermodynamics & Facility Operating CharacteristicsPage 2 of 25Question:A.003[1.5 point 0.75 points each](4.0)Which ONE of the following describes the MAJOR contributor to the production and depletion of Xenonrespectively in a STEADY-STATE OPERATING reactor?ProductionDepletiona.Radioactive decay of Iodine and TelluriumRadioactive Decayb.Radioactive decay of Iodine and Tellurium Neutron Absorptionc.Directly from fissionRadioactive Decayd.Directly from fissionNeutron AbsorptionAnswer:A.003b.

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NEEP 234, p. 93Question:A.004[1.0 point](5.0)Which factor of the Six Factor formula is most easily varied by the reactor operator?a.Thermal Utilization Factor (f)b.Reproduction Factor ()c.Fast Fission Factor ()d.Fast Non-Leakage Factor ( f)Answer:A.004a.

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NEEP 234, p. 89.Question:A.005[1.0 point](6.0)Which ONE of the following is an example of neutron decay?

a.35 Br 87 33 As 83 b.35 Br 87 35 Br 86 c.35 Br 87 34 Se 86 d.35 Br 87 36 Kr 87Answer:A.005b.

Reference:

NEEP 234, p.

Section A L Theory, Thermodynamics & Facility Operating CharacteristicsPage 3 of 25Question:A.006[1.0 point](7.0)In order to compensate for the reduction in U 238 atoms in FLIP fuel, General Atomics added ______ tocompensate to the fuel.a.Hydrogenb.Erbiumc.Hafniumd.CarbonAnswer:A.006b.

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NEEP 234, p. 112Question:A.007[1.0 point](8.0)Several processes occur that may increase or decrease the available number of neutrons. SELECTfrom the following the six-factor formula term that describes an INCREASE in the number of neutronsduring the cycle.a.Thermal utilization factor (f).b.Resonance escape probability (p).c.Thermal non-leakage probability ( th).d.Reproduction factor ().Answer:A.007d.

Reference:

NEEP 234, p. 88.

Section A L Theory, Thermodynamics & Facility Operating CharacteristicsPage 4 of 25Question:A.008[1.0 point](9.0)Which ONE of the following isotopes will cause a neutron to lose the most energy in an elastic collision?a.Uranium 238b.Carbon 12c.Hydrogen 2 d.Hydrogen 1Answer:A.008d.

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NEEP 234, p. 87.Question:A.009[1.0 point](10.0)

Keff for the reactor is 0.98. If you place an experiment worth +$1.00 into the core, what will the new Keff be?a.0.982b.0.987c.1.013d.1.018Answer:A.009b.

Reference:

SDM = (1-keff)/keff = (1-0.98)/0.98 = 0.02/0.99 = 0.02041 or 0.02041/.0075 = $2.72,or a reactivity worth () of -$2.72. Adding +$1.00 reactivity will result in a SDM of $2.72 - $1.00 = $1.72, or .

0129081 K/K Keff = 1/(1+SDM) = 1/(1 + 0.0129081) = 0.987 Section A L Theory, Thermodynamics & Facility Operating CharacteristicsPage 5 of 25Question:A.010[1.0 point](11.0)About two minutes following a reactor scram, period has stabilized, and is decreasing at a CONSTANTrate. If reactor power is 10

-5% full power what will the power be in three minutes.a.5 x 10-6% full powerb.2 x 10-6% full powerc.1 x 10-6% full powerd.5 x 10-7% full powerAnswer:A.010c.

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P = P 0 e-T/ = 10-5 x e(-180sec/80sec) = 10-5 x e-2.25 = 0.1054 x 10

-5 = 1.054 x 10

-6Question:A.011[1.0 point](12.0)You perform two initial startups a week apart. Each of the startups has the same starting conditions,(core burnup, pool and fuel temperature, and count rate are the same). The only difference between thetwo startups is that during the SECOND one you stop for 10 minutes to answer the phone. For thesecond startup compare the critical rod height and count rate to the first startup.Rod HeightCount Ratea.HigherSameb.LowerSamec.SameLowerd.SameHigherAnswer:A.011d.

Reference:

NEEP 234, pp. 121-126.

Section A L Theory, Thermodynamics & Facility Operating CharacteristicsPage 6 of 25Question:A.012[1.0 point](13.0)The term "prompt jump" refers to:a.the instantaneous change in power due to raising a control rod.b.a reactor which has attained criticality on prompt neutrons alone.c.a reactor which is critical using both prompt and delayed neutrons.d.a negative reactivity insertion which is less than eff.Answer:A.012a.

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Standard NRC QuestionQuestion:A.013[1.0 point](14.0)The reactor is to be pulsed. The reactivity to be inserted is twice the reactivity inserted in a previouspulse. Compared to the previous pulse, the new pulse will have approximately:a.twice the peak power and four times the energy.b.four times the peak power and twice the energy.c.twice the peak power and twice the energy.d.four times the peak power and four times the energy.Answer:A.013b.

Reference:

UWNR Operator Training Manual, Reactor Physics IV, Reactor Pulsing.

Section A L Theory, Thermodynamics & Facility Operating CharacteristicsPage 7 of 25Question:A.014[1.0 point](15.0)Which one of the following is the definition of the FAST FISSION FACTOR?a.The ratio of the number of neutrons produced by fast fission to the number produced by thermalfissionb.The ratio of the number of neutrons produced by thermal fission to the number produced by fastfissionc.The ratio of the number of neutrons produced by fast and thermal fission to the number produced bythermal fissiond.The ratio of the number of neutrons produced by fast fission to the number produced by fast andthermal fissionAnswer:A.014c.

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NEEP 234, p. 89.Question:A.015[1.0 point](16.0)Reactor power increases from 30 watts to 60 watts in one minute. Reactor period is -a.30 secondsb.42 secondsc.60 secondsd.87 secondsAnswer:A.015d.

Reference:

()ln P P t t t 60 secln2 86.56 0===

Section A L Theory, Thermodynamics & Facility Operating CharacteristicsPage 8 of 25Question:A.016[1.0 point](17.0)A characteristic peculiar to TRIGA fuel is that it has a relatively large (and quickly acting) -a.pressure coefficient.b.void coefficient.c.bath temperature coefficient.d.fuel temperature coefficient.Answer:A.016d.

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NEEP 234, pp. 112-114.Question:A.017[1.0 point](18.0)Which ONE of the following is the MAJOR source of energy released during fission?a.Kinetic Energy of fission neutronsb.Kinetic Energy of fission fragmentsc.Decay of the fission fragmentsd.Prompt gamma raysAnswer:A.017b.

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NEEP 234, p ??Question:A.018[1.0 point](19.0)An experimenter makes an error loading a rabbit sample. Injection of the sample results in a 100millisecond period. If the scram setpoint is 1.25 MW and the scram delay time is 0.1 seconds, WHICHONE of the following is the peak power of the reactor at shutdown. (Assume Rabbit system isoperational for this question.)a.1.25 MWb.2.5 MWc.3.4 MWd.12.5 MWAnswer:A.018c.

Reference:

P = P 0 e t/, P = 1.25 Mwatt x e0.1/0.1 = 1.25 x e = 3.3979.

Section A L Theory, Thermodynamics & Facility Operating CharacteristicsPage 9 of 25Question DeletedQuestion:A.019[1.0 point](20.0)Which ONE of the following is the correct reason that delayed neutrons enhance control of the reactor?a.There are more delayed neutrons than prompt neutrons.b.Delayed neutrons take longer to reach thermal equilibrium.c.Delayed neutrons increase the average neutron generation time.d.Delayed neutrons are born at higher energies than prompt neutrons and therefore have a greater effect.Answer:A.019c.

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NEEP 234, p. 101.END OF SECTION A L THEORY, THERMODYNAMICS & FACILITY OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS Section B Normal/Emergency Procedures and Radiological ControlsPage 10 of 25Question:B.001[1.0 point](1.0)Equipment that is tagged with "Do Not Operate" tags (other than cognizance tags) may be operated withthe approval of the:a.Reactor Director.b.Reactor Operator.

c.Senior Reactor Operator.

d.Individual who signed the tag.Answer:B.001d.

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UWNR 001Question:B.002[1.0 point](2.0)Which ONE of the following is the minimum number of fixed radiation monitors required to be operableper Technical Specifications?a.Four (4) Area Radiation Monitors and the Continuous Air Monitorb.Four (4) Area Radiation Monitors and the Stack Air Monitorc.Three (3) Area Radiation Monitors and the Continuous Air Monitord.Three (3) Area Radiation Monitors and the Stack Air MonitorAnswer:B.002d.

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Tech Spec 3.7.1, SAR 14-21 Section B Normal/Emergency Procedures and Radiological ControlsPage 11 of 25Question:B.003[2.0 points, 1/2 point each](4.0)Identify each of the following as either a Safety Limit (SL), Limiting Safety System Setting (LSSS) or a Limiting Condition for Operation (LCO).a.The reactivity to be inserted for pulse operation shall be determined and mechanically limited suchthat the reactivity insertion will not exceed 1.4% K/K.b.- 400C as measured in an instrumented fuel element.c.The maximum temperature in a FLIP-type TRIGA fuel rod shall not exceed 1150C under anyconditions of operation.d.The Reactor shall not be operated with damaged fuel.

Answer:B.003a. = LCO;b. = LSSS;c. = SL;d. = LCO

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T.S. a: = § 3.2; b: = § 2.2.a; c:= § 2.1.a; d = § 3.7Question:B.004[2.0 points, 1/2 point each](6.0)Identify each of the following actions as either a channel CHECK, a channel TEST, or a channel CALibration.a.Prior to startup you place a known radioactive source near a radiation detector, noting metermovement and alarm function operation.b.During startup you compare all of your nuclear instrumentation channels ensuring they tracktogether.c.At power, you perform a heat balance (calorimetric) and determine you must adjust NuclearInstrumentation readings.

d.During a reactor shutdown you note a -80 second period on Nuclear Instrumentation.Answer:B.004a. = Test;b. = Check;c. = Cal;d. = Check

Reference:

Technical Specification 1.3 Definitions, p. 2.

Section B Normal/Emergency Procedures and Radiological ControlsPage 12 of 25Question DeletedQuestion:B.005[1.0 points](7.0)Which ONE set of the readings for demineralizer inlet resistivity and exhaust filter p are BOTH within the normalrange?a.The sum of the deep does equivalent and the committed effective dose equivalent.b.The dose that your whole body receives from sources outside the body.c.The sum of the external deep dose and the organ dose.d.The dose to a specific organ or tissue resulting from an intake of radioactive material.Answer:B.005a.

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10 CFR 20.1003 DefinititionsQuestion:B.006[2.0 points, 1/2 point each](9.0)Match the radiation reading from column A with its corresponding radiation area classification (per10 CFR 20) listed in column B.COLUMN ACOLUMN Ba.10 mRem/hr1.Unrestricted Areab.150 mRem/hr2.Radiation Areac.10 Rem/hr3.High Radiation Aread.550 Rem/hr4.Very High Radiation AreaAnswer:B.006a. = 2;b. = 3;c. = 3;d. = 4

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10 CFR 20.1003, DefinitionsQuestion:B.007[1.0 point](10.0)Which ONE of the following evolutions DOES NOT require the presence of a licensed SENIOR reactoroperator?a.Recovery from an unplanned shutdown.b.An unlicensed individual operating the reactor for training.c.An unlicensed individual moving fuel within the core.d.An initial startup.Answer:B.007b.

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UWNR 001 Section B Normal/Emergency Procedures and Radiological ControlsPage 13 of 25Question:B.008[1.0 point](11.0)How many hours per calendar quarter must you perform the functions of an RO or SRO to maintain anactive RO or SRO license?a.2b.4c.8d.12Answer:B.008b.

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10CFR55.53(e).Question:B.009[1.0 point](12.0)Which ONE of the following Measuring Channels is required to be operable in ALL modes of operationper Technical Specifications?a.Fuel Temperatureb.Log Powerc.Linear Powerd.Startup Count RateAnswer:B.009a.

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Tech Spec 3.2.8 Table 3.2.8 - SAR 14-17 Section B Normal/Emergency Procedures and Radiological ControlsPage 14 of 25Question:B.010[1.0 point](13.0)Which of the following states the immediate actions for a POOL Level annunciator during reactoroperations?a.SCRAM the reactor, initiate abnormal or emergency pool fill, and notify Police and Security ofresponse.b.Run in all control blades, notify Police and Security that laboratory is manned and corrective action istaking place.c.SCRAM the reactor if automatic scram did not occur, notify Police and Security laboratory is mannedand corrective action is taking place.d.Determine the status of the pool level, if level is rapidly changing then SCRAM the reactor and notifyPolice and Security , otherwise investigate the cause of the change and restore the pool to normal level. Answer:B.010b.

Per Facility comment correct answer is c.

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UWNR 155Question:B.011[1.0 point](14.0)Two inches of shielding reduce the gamma exposure in a beam of radiation from 400 mR/hr to 200mR/hr. If you add an additional four inches of shielding what will be the new radiation level? (Assumeall reading are the same distance from the source.)a. 25 mR/hrb. 50 mR/hrc. 75 mR/hrd. 100 mR/hrAnswer:B.011b.

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Standard NRC Question re: "Half-Thickness and Tenth-Thickness" Section B Normal/Emergency Procedures and Radiological ControlsPage 15 of 25Question:B.012[1.0 point](15.0)Which ONE of the listed emergency classifications is the ONLY applicable at University of Wisconsin?a.Notification of Unusual Eventb.General Emergencyc.Site Emergencyd.AlertAnswer:B.012a.Per Facility comment correct answer is d.

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Emergency Plan, Table 2Question:B.013[1.0 point, 1/4 each](16.0)Match the Federal Regulation chapter in column A with the requirements covered in column B.Column AColumn Ba.10 CFR 201.Operator Licenses b.10 CFR 502.Facility Licenses c.10 CFR 553.Radiation Protection d.10 CFR 734.Special Nuclear MaterialAnswerB.013a. = 3;b. = 2;c. = 1;d. = 4

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Facility License and 10 CFR Parts 20, 50, 55 and 73 Section B Normal/Emergency Procedures and Radiological ControlsPage 16 of 25Question:B.014[1.0 point](17.0)A small source emits 2 MeV of gamma per disintegration and has a six-hour half-life. If it had a sourcestrength of 4 Curies three hours ago, the gamma dose rate at 10 feet is:a. 48 rem/hrb. 34 rem/hrc.480 mrem/hrd.340 mrem/hrAnswer:B.014d.

Reference:

UWNR OTM, Misc III, UWNR OTM, Physics I, "Radiation Level"

= ln2/T - = ln2/(6 hr) - = 0.115525/hrSource strength now = A

A = A 0 e-*t - A = (4Ci)*exp(-0.115525/hr

  • 3hr) - A = 2.83 CiDose at one foot = 6*C*E = 6*(2.83 Ci)*(2MeV) = 33.96 R/hr or 34 R/hr Dose at ten feet = (1/10) 2*dose at one foot = 34/100 = .340 R/hr = 340 mrem/hrQuestion:B.015[1.0 point](18.0)The dose rate 10 feet from a point source is 25 mrem/hour. If a person works for 1.5 hours5.787037e-5 days <br />0.00139 hours <br />8.267196e-6 weeks <br />1.9025e-6 months <br /> at a distanceof 3 feet from the source, the dose received will be:a. 42 mrem/hrb.278 mrem/hr c.417 mrem/hr d.1.25 rem/hrAnswer:B.015c.

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UWNR OTM, Misc III, Section B, "Distance - Point Source"Question:B.016[1.0 point](19.0)The Emergency Response Kit is located in the -a.Reactor Control Roomb.Reactor Directors Officec.Police and Security dispatch centerd.Engineering Research Building Room B-130Answer:B.016b.

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UWNR 006 - Section 8.0 par #1, page #6, and UWNR 150 Section E.4 page #3 Section B Normal/Emergency Procedures and Radiological ControlsPage 17 of 25Question:B.017[1.0 point](20.0)Which of the following correctly identifies the level of authorization required for the type of experimentidentified in the statement?a.Routine experiments may be performed at the discretion of the reactor operator responsible foroperation without further review or approval.b.Modified routine experiments may be performed at the discretion of the senior operator responsiblefor operation, without further review or approval provided he/she makes a determination that theexperiment hazards are neither nor significantly different from the corresponding routine experiment.c.Modified routine experiments require a review and concurrence by the Reactor Supervisor, fordetermination that the experiment hazards are neither nor significantly different from thecorresponding routine experiment, followed by final approval by the senior operator responsible for operation.d.Special experiments require a review, by the Reactor Supervisor, to determine the effect onconsequences of failure, including chemical reactions, physical integrity, cooling, and reactivity effects. The Reactor Safety Committee will review all favorable evaluations but does not have toapprove performance of the experiment.Answer:B.017b.

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UWNR Technical Specifications, Administrative Controls, Section 6.8END OF SECTION B NORMAL/EMERGENCY PROCEDURES AND RADIOLOGICAL CONTROLS Section C Facility and Radiation Monitoring SystemsPage 18 of 25Question:C.001[2.0 points, 1/6 each](2.0)Using the figure provided identify components A through L.1.Beam Port #12.Beam Port #23. Beam Port #34.Beam Port #45.CIC #16.CIC #27.Fission Counter8.Log N9.Regulating Blade10. Safety Blade #111. Safety Blade #212. Safety Blade #3Diagram on the last page of this examination.Answer:C.001a. = 5;b. = 6;c. = 7;d. = 4;e. = 12;f. = 9;g. = 3;h. = 11;I. = 10;j. = 8;k. = 2;l. = 1

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Safety Analysis Report (SAR), (April, 1973), Figure 11, pg. 2-17.Question:C.002[1.0 point](3.0)The gas used to move pneumatic tube "rabbit" samples into and out of the reactor is -a.H 2b.Air c.CO 2d.N 2Answer:C.002c.

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SAR § 2.4.4, 1 st ¶, p. 2-41Question:C.003[1.0 point](4.0)A thermocouple operates on the principle that an electromotive force (EMF) is generated in a closedcircuit if:a.two similar metals when their junctions are at the same temperature.b.two similar metals when their junctions are at different temperatures.c.two dissimilar metals when their junctions are at the same temperature.d.two dissimilar metals when their junctions are at different temperatures.Answer:C.003b.

Per Facility comment correct answer is d.

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UWNR OTM, Contols & Instrumentation VII, "Temperature Measurement" Section C Facility and Radiation Monitoring SystemsPage 19 of 25Question:C.004[2.0 points, 1/2each](6.0)Match the purificati on system functions in column A with the purification component listed in column BColumn AColumn Ba.remove floating dust, bug larvae, etc.1.Demineralizer (Ion Exchanger )b.remove dissolved impurities2.Skimmerc.remove suspended solids3.Filterd.maintain pHAnswer:C.004a.= 2;b. = 1;c. = 3;d. = 1

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UWNR OTM, Reactor Water Systems I, Makeup and Recirculation Systems pp.152 - 154 of 281.Question:C.005[2.0 points, 1/2each](8.0)When filling the pool, you have 4 options as listed below. Identify each of the options as either normal, abnormal or emergency methods for filling the reactor.a.Distilled Waterb.Softened Waterc.Raw (city) water.d.Raw (city) water, via nozzle at pool top.Answer:C.005a. = n;b. = a;c. = a;d. = e

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UWNR OTM, Reactor Water Systems I, Makeup and Recirculation Systems, p.153 of 281.

Section C Facility and Radiation Monitoring SystemsPage 20 of 25Question:C.006[1.0 point](9.0)Which ONE of the following is the method used to minimize mechanical shock to the safety blades on ascram?a.A small spring located at the bottom of the rod.b.An electrical-mechanical brake energizes when the rod down limit switch is energized.c.A piston enters a special dashpot as the rod reaches five inches of the fully inserted position.d.An electromagnet energizes as the blade approaches the last few inches of travel slowing the decentof the blade.Answer:C.006c.

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SAR § 2.2.1, pp. 2 2-19.Question:C.007[1.0 point](10.0)During reactor shutdown, you attempt to drive the fission chamber in, but it will not move. Which ONE ofthe following is the probable reason?a.Count Rate < 120 cpmb.Interlock switch in "Defeat" position.c.Count Rate > 1 x 10 6 cpmd.Any one of the control elements is in motion.Answer:C.007c.

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OTM, Controls & Instrumentation I & II, pp. 3 of 9 Section C Facility and Radiation Monitoring SystemsPage 21 of 25Question:C.008[1.0 point](11.0)Which ONE of the following is the actual design feature which prevents siphoning of pool water on afailure of the purification system?a.A valve upstream of the primary pump will shut automatically.b.A valve downstream of the primary pump will shut automatically.c.The Emergency Fill system will automatically maintain pool level.d."Vacuum breaks" in t he system, prevent draining the pool below the 1 foot from "full" line.Answer:C.008d.

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OTM, Water SystemsQuestion:C.009[1.0 point](12.0)Each shim/safety blades consists of a grooved, a.stainless steel sheet.b.boron-carbide sheet.c.boral (boron and aluminum alloy) sheet.d.aluminum sheet.Answer:C.009c.

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SAR Chapter (new) 4 SAR § 2.1.5, p. 2-9 (old).Question:C.010[1.0 point](13.0)Which ONE of the following control elements can NOT be used for automatic control of the reactor?a.#2 Shim Bladeb.Transient Rodc.Regulating Bladed.#3 Shim BladeAnswer:C.010d.

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UWNR OTM, Contols & Instrumentation V, Mode Switch Section C Facility and Radiation Monitoring SystemsPage 22 of 25Question:C.011[1.0 point](14.0)Given: Period and power level trips are bypassed, control element withdrawal is prohibited, HPVScurrent is limited and servo control is bypassed. Which ONE of the following is the MODE switch position?a.Manualb.Automaticc.Pulse d.Square WaveAnswer:C.011c.

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UWNR OTM, Contols & Instrumentation V, Mode Switch Question:C.012[1.0 point](15.0)Which ONE of the following is the actual method used to determine safety blade position?a.As the rod moves up and down, the magnet opens and closes a series of over 1000 limits switcheswhich generate a signal which is converted to rod position.b.A logic circuit receives input from two sensors which count 100 pulses per revolution along withdetecting direction, converting these signals to rod position.c.As the rod moves, it move into or out of a coil, generating a signal proportional to rod position.

d.A potentiometer, driven by the rod drive motor, generates a signal proportional to rod position.

Answer:C.012d.

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SAR Chapter 4 (new) SAR § 2.2.1, pp. 2 2-19 (old).

Section C Facility and Radiation Monitoring SystemsPage 23 of 25Question:C.013[1.0 point](16.0)Which ONE of the following methods is used to compensate for gamma radiation in a Compensated IonChamber?a.Pulses smaller than a pre-set height (voltage) are stopped by a pulse-height discriminator circuitfrom entering the instrument channel's log diode pump circuit.b.The chamber contains concentric tubes one of which detects both neutrons and gammas the otheronly gammas, are wired electronically to subtract the gamma signal, leaving only the signal due to neutrons.c.The signal travels through a Resistance-Capacitance (RC) circuit, converting the signal to a powerchange per time period effectively deleting the signal due to gammas.d.A compensating voltage equal to a predetermined "source gamma level" is fed into the pre-amplifierelectronically removing source gammas from the signal. Fission gammas are proportional to reactor power and therefore not compensated for.Answer:C.013b.

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OTM, Controls & Instrumentation I & II, page 4 of 8Question:C.014[1.0 point](17.0)The high count rate alarm on the startup channel is provided to -a.prevent detector damage from high neutron fluxes.b.prevent control element withdrawal when count rate is too high.c.provide warning of high power level before the scram point is reached.d.provide automatic withdrawal of the drive when count rate is off range.Answer:C.014a.

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UWNR OTM, Contols & Instrumentation I & II, "log Count Rate - Fission CounterDrive" Section C Facility and Radiation Monitoring SystemsPage 24 of 25Question:C.015[2.0 points, 0.5 each](19.0)Match the four area radiation monitors which can cause a building evacuation, in column A, with theirrespective setpoints, in column B. (Each detector has only one setpoint. Setpoints may be used morethan once or not at all.)Column A Column Ba.Demineralizer10 mr/hrb.Reactor Bridge30 mr/hrc.Thermal Column Door50 mr/hrd.Console70 mr/hr 90 mr/hrAnswer:C.015a. = 90;b. = 50;c. = 10;d. = 10

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UWNR OTM, Contols & Instrumentation VI, "Area Radiation MonitorsQuestion:C.016[2.00 point, 0.5 each](21.0)Match the following abnormal alarm condition with the appropriate alarm status on the PanalarmAnnunciator. Alarm ConditionAlarm Statusa.condition initiates1. annunciator extinguishedb.condition acknowledged2.annunciator, slow flashc.condition corrected3.annunciator, flashes rapidlyd.condition reset4.audible signal silencesAnswer:C.016a. = 3;b. = 4;c. = 2;d. = 1

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SAR 7.6 page 7-12 Section C Facility and Radiation Monitoring SystemsPage 25 of 25Figure 1***END OFSECTION CFACILITYANDRADIATI ONMONITORINGSYSTEM S********END OFEXAMINATION*****

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