KJM9903 – Radiation Protection
Course description
Course content
The course gives a thorough introduction to practical radiation protection for those who work with ionizing radiation.?The course is aimed at students who wish or need?to acquire practical knowledge and working?skills?in nuclear and radiochemistry. Primarily, the course focuses on work with open, radioactive sources, i.e. when there is a risk not only from radiation but also to get in contact - be contaminated - by the radioactive material itself.?
Learning outcome
After completing?this course, you:
have in-depth knowledge of the principles of safe radiation protection (the?"ALARA" principle)
have experience in risk analysis of working with open radioactive sources
have knowledge of typical accident scenarios (i.e. contaminated equipment, work?surfaces, or personnel) and practical training to prevent these types of accidents
have knowledge of the relevant laws,?and regulations, and procedures.
have sufficient knowledge and training to be able to establish local rules and procedures.
have experience with?and detailed knowledge on the use and control of common types of radiation protection monitors, including verifying that the instruments function properly.
Admission to the course
PhD candidates from the University of Oslo should apply for classes and register for examinations through?Studentweb.
If a course has limited intake capacity, priority will be given to PhD candidates who follow an individual education plan where this particular course is included. Some national researchers’ schools may have specific rules for ranking applicants for courses with limited intake capacity.
PhD candidates who have been admitted to another higher education institution must?apply for a position as a visiting student?within a given deadline.
Maximum 8 students due to Laboratory capacity. If more than 8 students apply they will be accepted in the following order:
- Phd.-students at the MN-faculty
- Master students with the course in their approved study p