MM00AX38 Radiation Safety in Medicine (2 cr)

Cooperation network course

Network: FysNet - Physics Education Network

Available for: Doctoral studies, Master's students, Bachelor's students and Bachelor's and Master's students

This course is offered through the Network for FYSNET. These studies are available for bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree students studying in the Faculty of Mathematics and Science and the Faculty of Information Technology.

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Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Language:
Finnish

Description

Basics of radiation physics, basics of radiation biology, decree of radiation protection, radiation safety procedures in working environment, the use of radiation in medicine.

Learning outcomes

After the course the student can describe different forms of radiation and their application in medicine, explain the biological effects and mechanisms of radiation, define the decrees pertaining to the use of radiation and describe the radiation safety measures in the hospital working environment. The student can apply knowledge in practice and guide others to safe working practices.

Additional information

Target group: Students of medicine and dental medicine, other professionals using radiation in healthcare The course is statutory radiation protection education in medical training.

Description of prerequisites

Recommended optional programme components The course is an independent entity and does not require additional studies carried out at the same time. Nonetheless, the course relates to tuition of imaging diagnostics and oncology