Overview
This one-day intensive course provides a comprehensive introduction to nuclear waste management, addressing the complete nuclear fuel lifecycle from low-level to high-level waste management strategies. Designed for engineers, policy makers, and individuals interested in nuclear energy deployment, the course equips participants with foundational knowledge to navigate the technical, safety, and strategic considerations of nuclear waste management in the context of regional nuclear energy expansion.
Course Description & Learning Outcomes
As the region advances toward greater nuclear energy deployment, understanding nuclear waste management has become increasingly critical for professionals and stakeholders across multiple sectors. This course introduces participants to high-level concepts of various nuclear waste management techniques employed by the nuclear industry globally.
The course is structured in three comprehensive sections. The first section establishes foundational knowledge of the nuclear fuel lifecycle and distinguishes between low-level and high-level nuclear waste. The second section examines waste management techniques in depth, covering low-level waste management approaches, high-level waste management strategies, spent fuel storage methods, reprocessing and recycling approaches, and deep geological repository concepts. The final section addresses future perspectives, including emerging technologies and ASEAN-specific considerations for nuclear waste management in the region's energy transition.
Through practical insights into current industry practices and emerging technologies, this session provides engineers and policymakers with essential knowledge to make informed decisions about nuclear waste management challenges. The course emphasizes real-world applications and strategic considerations relevant to the ASEAN context, preparing participants to engage meaningfully with nuclear energy policy and implementation discussions.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Explain the nuclear fuel lifecycle and differentiate between low-level and high-level nuclear waste types, including their characteristics and associated management challenges.
Evaluate comprehensive waste management strategies for both low-level and high-level nuclear waste, including spent fuel storage, reprocessing and recycling approaches, and deep geological repository concepts.
Analyze emerging technologies in nuclear waste management and their potential applications in addressing current industry challenges.
Assess ASEAN-specific considerations and strategic implications for nuclear waste management in the context of regional nuclear energy deployment.
Apply foundational knowledge of nuclear waste management to inform decision-making processes regarding nuclear energy policy, safety protocols, and strategic planning.
Recommended Prerequisites
No technical prerequisites required. The course is designed to be accessible to participants with no prior background in nuclear science or waste management.
Pre-course instructions
No pre-course preparation is required. Participants are encouraged to bring questions and specific interests related to nuclear waste management for discussion during the Q&A session.
CPD Points: Pending PEB approval
Schedule
Date: 02 Dec 2025, Tuesday
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (GMT +8:00) Kuala Lumpur, Singapore
Location: 229 Mountbatten Road, #01-23, Mountbatten Square, 398007
Agenda
| Day/Time | Agenda Activity/Description |
|---|---|
| 0830 | Registration |
| 0900 | Section 1: The Nuclear Lifecycle & Types of Nuclear Waste (Low-Level & High-Level) |
| 1045 | Section 2: Low Level Waste Management Techniques |
| 1145 | Section 2: High Level Waste Management Techniques |
| 1245 | Lunch |
| 1400 | Section 3: Emerging Technologies |
| 1500 | Section 3: ASEAN Considerations |
| 1600 | Review and Q&A |
Pricing
Course fees: S$600
Skills Covered
PROFICIENCY LEVEL GUIDE
Beginner: Introduce the subject matter without the need to have any prerequisites.
Proficient: Requires learners to have prior knowledge of the subject.
Expert: Involves advanced and more complex understanding of the subject.
- Nuclear Waste Management Basics (Proficiency level: Beginner)
- Nuclear Waste Management Terminology (Proficiency level: Beginner)
Speakers
Trainer's Profile:
Matthew Chew, Nuclear Competency and Strategy Lead, HY M & E Consultancy Services Pte Ltd
Matthew Chew brings a broad engineering foundation, with BEng and MEng degrees from NUS, complemented by an MBA and MSc in Nuclear Science and Engineering from MIT. His career spans practical experience in radiation detection & imaging and enterprise systems at the Home Team Science & Technology Agency, alongside strategic consulting for microreactor deployment with clients like Caterpillar. This combination of technical and business expertise offers a unique perspective for speaking engagements.
