Academic year2016/17
CourseNUCLEAR ENGINEERING
Code731ZZ
Credits6
PeriodSemester 2
LanguageEnglish
| Modules | Area | Type | Hours | Teacher(s) |
| RADIOPROTEZIONE | ING-IND/20 | LEZIONI | 60 | |
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Knowledge
The student who successfully completes the course will be able to:
1)differentiate between various radiation sources, exposure, pathways and their related risks
2)understand the elements of radiation exposure, protection and shielding.
3) demonstrate advanced knowledge of the radiation protection standards, guidelines and recommendations.
Assessment criteria of knowledge
The student will be assessed on his/her demonstrated ability to discuss the main course contents using the appropriate terminology.
During the oral exam (or written exam if the number of the candidates is greater than 2)the student must be able to demonstrate his/her knowledge of the course material and be able to discuss the reading matter thoughtfully and with propriety of expression (or to organise an effective and correctly written reply).
Methods:
- Final oral exam
- Final written exam
Teaching methods
Delivery: face to face
Learning activities:
- attending lectures
- participation in seminar
- individual study
Teaching methods:
Syllabus
Fundamental principles and objectives of health physics (radiation protection). Quantities of radiation dosimetry used to evaluate human radiation risks - Elementary shielding calculations and protection measures for workplace environments - Regulatory and administrative requirements of health physics programs in general and as applied to industrial and medical activities
Bibliography
Recommended reading includes notes of the lecturer
Updated: 14/11/2016 17:27
