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Overview
What you will study
A main learning objective for the Radiation, Protection, Dosimetry and Detectors course offered by KTH Royal Institute of Technology is that the student should be able to use the gained knowledge in nuclear- and radiation physics as a tool for calculating and estimating the dose absorbed in the body after being exposed by radioactive material in a specific situation. Together with knowledge about the interaction between matter and radiation, the biological effects of radiation, and knowledge about the current regulations on radiation protection, the student will in addition be able to use these tools to make adequate choices for radiation protection in situations that will occur in their future courses, and in their future professional career.
To pass the course, the student must be able to:- describe the basic parts and general attributes of the atomic nucleus
- explain the origin of alpha- beta- and gamma radiation and give a few examples of the origin of neutron radiation
- explain how ionising radiation of the above types interact with matter, and be able to apply this knowledge when designing radiation protection in various circumstances
- give several examples of radioactivity in nature and explain the origin of the radiation
- explain the principles for detecting radiation of the various types, and be able to apply this knowledge for measuring radiation from radioactive materials
- give an account for the basic regulations of dose limits, and be able to apply these rules for work in the laboratory as well as in the field.
- estimate, using calculations, the full body dose, from exposure of various radioactive sources, and from the results make adequate choices for the design of radiation protection
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- The contents of the course are focused on ionising radiation, its origin and effects.
- Theoretical models of the atomic nucleus, giving basic understanding of the various radiation types will be discussed. In connection to that, the basic building blocks and attributes of the nucleus are described. The basic models for the interaction between radiation and matter will be discussed in some detail. The effect of radiation on the human body is treated briefly.
- The knowledge from the parts above is then applied when discussing dosimetry and radiation protection. The basic units of dosimetry are listed, as well as the current regulations for radiation protection, e.g. dose limits, when working with closed or open radioactive sources.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 2 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
6 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Physics Nuclear Engineering View 5 other Short Courses in Nuclear Engineering in SwedenAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 90
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Completed degree work at undergraduate level in the main field of technology
- At least 120 credits in technology and natural sciences
- English B/English 6
- A solid background in mathematics as well as a basic knowledge in modern physics, corresponding to a Bachelor of Science
Tuition Fee
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FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 SEK for the full programme during 2 months.
If you are an EU, EEA or Swiss citizen or hold a residence permit in Sweden for something other than studies you generally do not have to pay tuition fees.
Living costs for Stockholm
9668 - 17248 SEK /month
Living costs
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