Bachelor of Health Science Degree Program - Radiation Physics
HSCE 2020 Radiation Physics
CREDIT HOURS: 3
The purpose of this course is to build on the basic principles of the science of radiation physics with a focus on the concepts that directly apply to the medical radiation fields of nuclear medicine technology and radiological technology. Topics of study include atomic physics, radioactivity and electromagnetic radiation. The course will explain radiation interaction with matter in relation to attenuation, absorption and dosimetry. X-ray production, as well as fission and reactor production of radioactive materials used in nuclear medicine will be investigated. Students will be provided an opportunity to investigate the newest modalities connected with their fields.
FORMAT:
LAB HOURS PER WEEK: 2
COREQUISITES:
PHYC 1310.03
RESTRICTIONS: Restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Health Science; students in the professional streams of Nuclear Medicine Technology and Radiological Technology programs