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  | ![]() DOE-STD-1161-2003 
i. 
Explain fatigue failure and work hardening with respect to material failure. 
j. 
Discuss the affects of radiation on the structural integrity of metals. 
19. 
Mechanical systems personnel shall demonstrate a working level knowledge concerning the 
selection of appropriate components and materials in support of a mechanical system 
design or modification. 
Supporting Knowledge and/or Skills 
a. 
Differentiate between nuclear-grade and non-nuclear-grade materials. 
b. 
Discuss how the following material properties affect performance in different 
applications: 
Corrosion Resistance 
Weight 
Erosion Resistance 
Strength 
Cost 
Composition/alloy 
Weldability 
Machinability 
c. 
Identify and discuss the various methods of verifying the properties of selected materials, 
including: 
Brinell hardness test 
Rockwell hardness test 
V-notch test 
Drop-weight test 
Tension Test 
Fatigue Test 
Creep Test 
Corrosion Test 
d. 
Discuss the importance of traceability in nuclear system components. 
20. 
Mechanical system personnel shall demonstrate a working level knowledge of the principles 
of machine element design. 
Supporting Knowledge and/or Skills 
a. 
Discuss and demonstrate the principles of use and design for the following mechanisms. 
Brakes 
Belt and Chain drives 
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