LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: BR />

1. Identify and discuss key elements of how units of radiation are measured.
2. Define common terms used in describing aspects of radiology including: curie, roentgen, rad, and rem.
3. Identify and explain the key aspects of radiation protection standards including: time, distance, and shielding.
4. Explain the physical and chemical effects of ionizing radiation.
5. Describe the fundamentals of dosimetry.