Course overview
This course is the first in the Graduate Certificate of Radiation Management and aims to provide an overall understanding of the basic properties of radiation physics. Consisting of 12 topics delivered via 2-weekly online lectures, students will begin learning the fundamental characteristics of radioactivity, including atom structure and properties of energy transfer. This theory is then propelled into real-world applications of radiation use and radiation detection, and finally students will gain foundational insight into dosimetry concepts of ionising radiation. Students will solidify their theory-based learning by engaging in an on-campus, intensive-week of lab practicals held at the end of Semester. Each student will complete 4 x 4 hour practical components aimed at exposing students to both career-level techniques as well as unique specialist equipment.
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate a knowledge of fundamental aspects of radiation physics, including the structure of the atom, radioactive decay, applications of radiation and the natural decay series, and compare the concepts of energy deposition during interactions of radiation and matter.
- Demonstrate a knowledge of radiation detections techniques across different emission types of radiation, including Alpha, Beta and Gamma, and describe the use of specific techniques across different workforces.
- Explain basic mathematical concepts and modelling strategies relating to radiation dosimetry and radiation science.
- Engage in lab-based practicals based on content delivered through the course including radioactivity, detection, and personal dosimetry.
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