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RADIATION SAFETY AND PROTECTION COURSE IDENTIFICATION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
TGP154 RADIATION SAFETY AND PROTECTION 2 2 2 3

Objectives and Contents

Objectives: The aim is to provide knowledge, skills, and responsibility regarding the biological effects of radiation and the basic principles of radiation protection.
Content: This course covers the following topics: Definition and types of radiation, radiation sources, radiation dose units and measurement systems, shielding of radiology, nuclear medicine and radiotherapy departments, fetal doses in radiation protection, methods of radiation protection for patients and personnel, legal regulations related to radiation safety, duties and responsibilities in emergencies, and nuclear power plant accidents.