Radiation Biology and Incident Response

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
EART 5008
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Course ID
201974
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course explores the fundamental aspects of radiation biology and the response plans to radiation incidents and accidents.

  • Basis Of Radiation Biology
  • Biological Effects And Protection
  • Ionising Vs Non-Ionising Radiation Risk
  • Incident And Emergency Response
  • Major Investigations And Forensics

Course learning outcomes

  • Define fundamental aspects of radiation biology, including interactions and effects with biological systems
  • Compare the difference between ionising and non-ionizing radiation sources, effects, and risks
  • Identify basic epidemiological methodology, determine factors that contribute to radiation risk, and differentiate risk models
  • Describe the concepts and principles involved in responding to and management radiological events
  • Safely apply laboratory techniques to explore non-ionising radiation sources, and detect natural radioactivity

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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