GS020133 Introduction to Radiation Protection
Kudchadker, Rajat. Three semester hours. Summer odd-numbered years. Prerequisite: Radiation Detection, Instrumentation, and Data Analysis (GS020053) or consent of instructor.
The science of radiation protection including terminology, biological effects, shielding dose limits and dose measurement will be studied. The role of state and federal enforcement agencies will be discussed. The application of radiation protective concepts in a medical environment will include room design, isotope handling, instrumentation calibration and room surveys.
