RAD-2440 — Radiation Biology & Protection
This course explores radiation-matter interactions, as well as the biological effects of ionizing radiation. By gaining an understanding of these phenomena, students formulate radiation protection methods for keeping exposure to patients, self and others as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA). As the student analyzes the system of limiting effective dose, they learn to distinguish the various radiation quantities and units. Coursework equips students to predict biological effects of radiation and to explain these effects to patients. Finally, students compare and contrast various methods of radiation monitoring. This course is also as NUM-2440. Students may not receive credit for both NUM-2440 and RAD-2440. Course
Prerequisites: RAD-2410, RAD-2530, RAD-2580