NPRE 241
Nuclear, Plasma, and Radiological Engineering
NPRE 241
COURSE OUTLINE
Course Number: NPRE 241 (ENVS 241)
Title: Introduction to Radiation Protection
Catalogue Description: Introductory course in the elements of radiation protection and health physics, emphasizing practical applications. Same as ENVS 241. Credit is not given to NPRE seniors.
| Principle Topics Covered | Hours (Approximate) |
|---|---|
| History of radiation as a hazard and improvement in protective measurements | 2 |
| Summary of physical properties of radiation from standpoint of hazardous aspects | 4 |
| Types of radiation emitters | 2 |
| Dosimetry units and concepts | 4 |
| Summary of biological effects of radiation | 4 |
| Measurement of radiation | 6 |
| Regulations, standards, and maximum permissible limits | 6 |
| Quizzes | 2 |
| Total | 45 |
Basic Texts: Jacob Shapiro "Radiation Protection: A Guide for Scientists and Physicians."
Prerequisites: MATH 220 or MATH 221; a biology, chemistry, or physics course.
Purpose of Course: For nuclear engineering students, this course permits an opportunity to specialize in radiation protection. For students in other departments and colleges interested in the use of radiation and its importance as an environmental hazard, this course presents the necessary background without requiring extensive prerequisites. This course provides an understanding of the hazards involved in the use of radiation and in the means of protection from it. A technical elective for nuclear engineering students.
Instructor:
Credit: 2 Semester Hours
Meeting hours per week: 2
Class registration opacity: 40 per section
Semesters course offered: REFER TO MASTER LISTING
Other notes:
Course last revised: January 1986
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