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RAD 2022 - Radiobiology & Radiation Safety for the Radiographer


Credits: 3

This course is designed to present a clear understanding of all sources and use of medical radiation and the various types of equipment used in a radiology department. This course also includes the study of radioisotopes, the production of x-rays, imaging measurements of radiation and a basic understanding of the ways in which radiation interacts with the biological system. Emphasis is also placed on the various methods of protection for technologists and patients.

Prerequisite: MxCC: RAD 1011 , RAD 1011L , RAD 2001 , RAD 2001L , and RAD 1194 
CCC: RAD 1001 , RAD 1002 , RAD 1002L , and RAD 1094  
MCC: RAD 1002 , RAD 1002L , RST 1000 , RST 1005 , RAD 1094 , and RAD 1094A 
NVCC: RAD 1012  and RAD 1294 
GWCC: RAD 2094A  
Corequisite: MxCC: RAD 2002 , RAD 2002L , RAD 2015 , and RAD 2094 
CCC and MCC: RAD 1010 , RAD 1010L , and RAD 1011  
GWCC and NVCC: RAD 2090  and RAD 2194  
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