Physics for Medical Radiation 100

Undergraduate | 2026

Course page banner
area/catalogue icon
Area/Catalogue
PHYS 1008
Course ID icon
Course ID
204529
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
Unit value icon
Unit value
6
Course level icon
Course level
1
Study abroad and student exchange icon
Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
No
University-wide elective icon
University-wide elective course
No
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
No
alt
Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to develop the student's knowledge and understanding of the physics and principles of operation of equipment used in X-ray imaging, nuclear medicine and radiation therapy. X-ray imaging; The X-ray tube; X-ray production; Photon interaction with matter; Radiographic film; Intensifying screens; Digital imaging; Beam-restricting devices - The grid; Introduction to nuclear medicine; Introduction to radiation therapy.

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe the production and properties of X-rays.
  • Describe the interactions that occur when ionizing radiation interacts with matter.
  • Describe the basic concepts of analogue and digital imaging.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the basic physical principles and equipment used in nuclear medicine and radiation therapy.

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A