RADT 141: Radiation Biology & Protection

Class Program
Credits
2
Clinical Hours None
Weekly Contact Hours
2
Course ID
089347
Meets Degree Requirements For
Restricted Elective
Description

An overview of principles of the interaction of radiation with living systems, radiation effects on living systems and factors affecting biologic response; responsibilities of the radiographer regarding principles of radiation protection for the radiographer, patient and public; radiation health and safety recommendations and requirements of federal and state agencies.

Grading Basis
Graded
Prerequisites

Course Learning Outcomes

Core Topics

Introduction to radiation protection; basic interactions of x-radiation with living systems; radiation quantities and units; dose limits for exposure to ionizing radiation; radiation biology; protection of the patient and occupationally exposed personnel during diagnostic radiologic procedures; personnel monitoring, federal and state agencies involved with radiation exposure.