RAD 222 — Ionizing Radiation in Medicine 3 Hours
This course covers the characteristics of the various applicable ionizing radiations used in diagnostic imaging. Topics include: interactions of radiation and matter, emission spectra, fundamentals of radiobiology, and systemic effects of irradiation to the human body. Radiation safety implications are stressed. Prerequisite: RAD 220 with a grade of C or higher. Semester Hour(s): 3 hour(s) Lecture / Lab Hours: 8-week hybrid with 3 hrs/week lecture and online requirements