RADT 1200 Principles of Radiation Biology and Protection
Cellular biology and the molecular effects of ionizing radiation are reviewed. The various health effects of radiation exposure are explained including variations in cell radiosensitivity and response. Units and measures used to evaluate radiation exposure and the agencies and regulations involved in radiation safety are presented. Elements of a personnel monitoring program are identified. Radiation protection tools and methods including personnel and patient radiation protection techniques are discussed. Topics include: introduction to radiation biology, radiation energy transfer, radiation effects, radiosensitivity and response, introduction to radiation protection, units, detection, and measurement, surveys, regulatory/advisory agencies, and regulations, personnel monitoring, application, patient protection, and personnel protection.