Certificate in Medical Physics - Radiation Safety and Protection in Medicine
PHYC 6431 Radiation Safety and Protection in Medicine
CREDIT HOURS: 3
This course is concerned with the hazards of ionizing and non-ionizing radiations and with safe handling and use of radiation sources. Covered are: basic principles; safety codes; laws and regulations; organization; shielding design; and practical safety measures and procedures.
FORMAT: Lecture
PREREQUISITES: (
PHYC 6421.03 or
MEDP 6421.03) and (
PHYC 6430.03 or
MEDP 6430.03)
CROSS-LISTING:
MEDP 6431.03