Level of Education
5 years of post-secondary education
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Description
This course aims to provide a better understanding of the chemical behavior of radionuclides under environmental conditions. To this end, the concept of speciation in various environmental compartments will be introduced, as well as the various techniques that contribute to the overall analysis. The focus will be on X-ray absorption, X-ray fluorescence imaging, transmission electron microscopy, and SIMS. The speciation results will then be correlated with potential environmental impacts.
Hourly volumes*:
CM: 12:00 p.m.
TD: 8:00 a.m.
Objectives
The objective of this course is to understand the chemical behavior of radionuclides in the environment by studying their speciation using various techniques. It will enable students to assess the environmental impact associated with the presence of radionuclides in various environmental compartments.
Mandatory Prerequisites
Solution Chemistry Applied to Actinides
Knowledge Assessment
Ongoing Assessment
Course Outline
- Defining the Challenges Associated with Measurement Under Environmental Conditions
- Actinide speciation:
- Definitions, Issues Raised, and Implications for Measurement
- Examples of actinide speciation under environmental conditions (redox, hydrolysis, complexation)
- Examples of speciation in complex environments
- Techniques Used in the Study of Speciation Under Environmental Conditions
- Molecular speciation by X-ray absorption
Lectures and seminars will be supplemented by group case studies and bibliographic seminars based on real-world cases.
Additional Information
Administrative contact(s): Chemistry Master's Program Office