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# Dataset Card for "The Essential CANDU"  
## Dataset Summary  
"The Essential CANDU" is a comprehensive textbook developed by the University Network of Excellence in Nuclear Engineering ([UNENE](https://unene.ca/)) with support from COG. It's designed for a diverse audience, including students, educators, trainers, and professionals in engineering and science, specifically tailored for senior undergraduate level. The textbook aims to provide a coherent narrative about CANDU nuclear power plant technology, enabling readers to grasp the system as a whole and explore specific areas in-depth. This resource serves as a vital tool for learning, training, and professional development in the CANDU reactor domain.  

## Supported Tasks and Use Cases  
The textbook is intended for educational and training purposes, aiding in CANDU technology awareness and understanding. It is particularly beneficial for students, educators, managers, journalists, and specialists needing a foundational or advanced understanding of CANDU systems.  

## Languages  
The content is provided in English.  

## Dataset Structure  
### Data Instances  
The dataset comprises a textbook in PDF format, focusing on CANDU nuclear science and engineering. It offers a detailed exploration of CANDU reactor technology, distinguishing itself from materials centered on Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) systems.  

### Data Fields  
Textual content: Detailed explanations and descriptions of CANDU technology.  
Figures and tables: Visual representations and data tables related to CANDU reactors.  
Data Volume  
The textbook is a single, comprehensive PDF document, periodically updated to reflect new insights and developments in the field.  

### Dataset Creation  
#### Curation Rationale  
The textbook is curated to provide a structured and thorough understanding of CANDU technology, facilitating easy access to information for a wide range of audiences.  

### Source Data  
Initial Data Collection and Normalization  
The content is created and compiled by experts and contributors from UNENE and supported by COG, ensuring a high level of accuracy and relevance.  

## Licensing Information  
The textbook is available free of charge for educational and training purposes, under the condition of proper attribution. Reproduction or translation beyond what is permitted by Canadian copyright law requires explicit permission from UNENE.  

## Additional Information  
### Dataset Curators  
Edited by Bill Garland, Editor-in-Chief, the textbook represents a collective effort of experts in the field.  

### Licensing and Copyright  
Copyright ©UNENE. All rights reserved. The material is published in Canada and protected under [Canadian copyright law](http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/C-42/index.html). Usage beyond educational and training purposes requires permission from UNENE.  

### Contact Information  
For further details, corrections, or permissions, contact UNENE:    

Address: Department of Engineering Physics, Bldg. JHE A315, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, CANADA L8S 4L7  
Phone: (905) 525-9140 ext. 20168  
Website: http://www.unene.ca  
Email: unene@mcmaster.ca   
Citation Details    

### To cite the textbook: The Essential CANDU, A Textbook on the CANDU Nuclear Power Plant Technology, Editor-in-Chief Wm. J. Garland, <All chapters ,ALL pages>, UNENE, ISBN 0-9730040. Retrieved from UNENE CANDU Textbook on 23MAR2024.