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Learning outcomes |
Introduce the main topics of dosimetry and radiation protection, as well as identify and relate the biological effects of ionizing radiation.
At the end of the UC the student should be able to:
1. Analyze and discuss coherently the subjects taught, putting in evidence the
basic theoretical principles and experimental evidence;
2. Interpret, solve and discuss problems, on the subjects taught, of high and
intermediate level;
3. Realize and discuss, in group, pratical work.
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Main Bibliography |
Michael G. Stabin, Radiation Protection and Dosimetry: An Introduction to Health Physics, Springer, 2008. Cap. 3,4,5,6,7,8:8.5,8.6,8.7,8.8, 9,10,11.
Faiz M. Khan, The Physics of Radiation Therapy, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 3rd edition, 2003. Cap.5, 8, 9, 10, 16.
G. F. Knoll, Radiation Detection and Measurement, 3rd ed., John Wiley & Sons, 2000, New York. Cap. 2
H. H. Rossi, M. Zaider, Microdosimetry and Its Applications, 2011, Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg GmbH & Co.KG.
F. H. Attix, Introduction to Radiological Physics and Radiation Dosimetry, 2008, WILEY-VCH.
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Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria |
Theoretical-practical classes (TP) with oral presentation of the topics of the subjects, using audiovisual means, complemented with a tutorial regime associated with self-learning and accompanied study by the students. Students will make use of software dedicated to radiation interaction with matter and will be asked to present and discuss some of the topics covered.
Final evaluation of the Curricular Unit will consist of two components, one punctual and the other continuous:
1. Punctual evaluation will be carried out through two written tests (with a weight of 60%)
2. Continuous evaluation (with a weight of 40%)
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