Course overview
This course aims to provide learners with foundational understanding of radiation biology and the common protocols associated with incident response management. The course will begin by delving into how radiation interacts with human biology before exploring the effects and risks related to radiation exposure, with an acute comparison with non-ionising radiation sources. Learners will then explore how to respond to radiological incidents, and through learning about safety and compliance protocols, learners will develop an understanding of the repercussions from management negligence. This course aligns with the program’s intent to provide a breadth of foundational knowledge required for effective management of radiation and radioactive materials.
- Radiation Biology
- Types of Radiation
- Radiation Incident Management
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 managing radiological events.
- Keep a scientific record of experimental work, analyse the results, and conclude findings of experiments related to field detection and non-ionising radiation settings.