May 09, 2025

CVCC 2018-19 General Catalog-Spring 2019 RISE Pilot Update-Volume 47, Number 2

CVCC 2018-19 General Catalog-Spring 2019 RISE Pilot Update-Volume 47, Number 2 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

RAD 141 - Radiation Safety

Class Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Clinical/Work Exp. Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 2

This course covers the principles of radiation protection and radiobiology. Topics include the effects of ionizing radiation on body tissues, protective measures for limiting exposure to the patient and personnel, and radiation monitoring devices. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the effects and uses of radiation in diagnostic radiology.

RAD 112, RAD 121, RAD 161. None.
When Offered: (SU)