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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PHYSICS PR. | |
| Code | IFZ217 |
| Name | Radiation Science Fundamentals |
| Term | 2017-2018 Academic Year |
| Semester | 3. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 4 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. ZEHRA YEĞİNGİL |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. ZEHRA YEĞİNGİL
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to teach the student about radiation and radioactivity. To provide an understanding of the operations and limitations of various types of radiation monitoring and detection systems. To provide understanding of medical x-rays, lasers, and UV in raditaion studies.
Course Content
Radiation and radioactivity, Biological effects of radiation, Radiation protection standards, Radiation safety principles, Radioactive material work practices, Emergency procedures and decontamination, Radiation detection and measurement, Transportation of radioactive materials, Irradiator and nuclear gauges, Analytical and medical x-rays, Nuclear reactors, Particle accelerators, Radiation in medicine, Radioactive waste, Laser safety, UV radiation safety, Electromagnetic radiation
Course Precondition
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | They know the meaning of radiation and radioactivity |
| LO02 | They know and understand when some one mentions how big is the radiation exposure and the units of radiation |
| LO03 | They know how one could be exposed with irradition and be handled with exposure |
| LO04 | They know the which radionuclides cause which kind of radiation effects |
| LO05 | They know the biological effects of the radiafion originated from radionuclides and x-ray generators |
| LO06 | They know how one acts if exposes the raditon |
| LO07 | They know the detection of radiation and the methods to detect the radiation |
| LO08 | They know the transportation of radioactive materials |
| LO09 | They know basic physics of nuclear reactors |
| LO10 | They know how radiation could be used in medisine |
| LO11 | They know the nuclear wastes |
| LO12 | They understand the effects of UV used in medisine |
| LO13 | They understand the effects of laser in medisine |
| LO14 | They understand the the effects of electromagnetic radiation to the body |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Explain the basic concepts and principles in the field of physics. | |
| PLO02 | - | Evaluate the developmets in the field of Physics by using scientific methods and techniques. | |
| PLO03 | - | Combine the knowledge in the field of physics with the other scientific area. | |
| PLO04 | - | Identify problems in the field of physics and for the solutions apply the analytical and simulative methods. | |
| PLO05 | - | Explain the methods of producing scientific knowledge in the field of physics. | |
| PLO06 | - | Reach the Information in the field of physics, for the purpose of classification, and uses. | |
| PLO07 | - | Use the advanced theoretical and practical knowledge acquired in the field of physics. | |
| PLO08 | - | Design experiments in the field of physics. | |
| PLO09 | - | Inform the specialist or non-specialist groups, orally or in writing on issues related to physics. | |
| PLO10 | - | Use the information technologies in Physics area for their purpose. | |
| PLO11 | - | Take responsibility as a team or alone to overcome the problems encountered in the field of physics . | |
| PLO12 | - | Plan and manage the activities for the professional developments of emplyees under his/her responsibilities. | |
| PLO13 | - | Classify, use and critically evaluate the knowledg taken by his/her efforts. | |
| PLO14 | - | Know that learning process is life-long and acts accordingly. | |
| PLO15 | - | Both with colleagues, as well as off the field of builds relationships ethically use information, communication technologies. Define necessities in learning in scientific, social, cultural and artistic areas and improve himself/herself accordingly. | |
| PLO16 | - | Have knowledge of a foreign language at least monitoring developments in the field of physics. | |
| PLO17 | - | Know the importance of individual development. | |
| PLO18 | - | Monitor the developments in the field of physics, learn and evaluate in terms of social ethics. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Radioactivity, Characteristics of the commonly used radionuclides, Radiation quantities and units | The proposed subjects are studied | |
| 2 | History of biological effects, Cellular damage and possible cellular processes, Biological effects, Radiation exposure risks | The proposed subjects are studied | |
| 3 | Natural and man-made background radiation levels, Regulation of radiation, Standards for protection against radiation | The related homework is prepared | |
| 4 | Radiation safety principles, shielding | The homework problems are solved | |
| 5 | Radioactive material work practices | The previour chapters are repeated | |
| 6 | Emergency procedures and decontamination, Personal overexposures and contamination injuries | The new subjects are mentioned and are prepared | |
| 7 | Radiation detection and measurement, Radiation detectors, Radiation dosimeters | The related homework is prepared | |
| 8 | Transportation of radioactive materials, Hazardous materials regulations | The related homework is prepared | |
| 9 | Analytical and medical x-rays, x-ray sources, Hazards of x-rays, Radiation protection techniques | The related homework is prepared | |
| 10 | Nuclear reactors, Reactor design and radiation hazards | The homework problems are solved | |
| 11 | Particle accelerators, low energy accelerators and high energy accelerators | The homework problems are solved | |
| 12 | Radiation in medicine, Nuclear medicine, Radiopharmaceutical therapy, Clinical lab procedures, Brachytheraphy, Teletherapy | The homework problems are solved | |
| 13 | Radioactive wastes | The new subjects are mentioned and are prepared | |
| 14 | Lazer safety, UV safety | The new subjects are mentioned and are prepared | |
| 15 | Electromagnetic radiation | The new subjects are mentioned and are prepared | |
| 16 | Radiation safety regulations | Overview of the subjects | |
| 17 | Radiation safety regulations | Overview of the subjects |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |