PHYS 486

PHYS 486: Radiation Physics 

Credit hours: 2(2+0+0)

Course Objectives:
PHYS486 aims to give the student basic information about:
• radiation quantities, radiation doses and units
• radiation dosimeters
• biological effects of radiation
• internal and external exposure to radiation
• protection against radiation and radiation shielding
• protection from various sources of radiation, radioactive decontamination and radioactive waste management
The key objectives of the course include a full understanding of radiation physics and radiation protection aspects, as well as developing practical and numerical skills on the safe handling and applications of radiation.

Textbook: 
أساسيات الفيزياء الإشعاعية - محمد فاروق أحمد; أحمد محمد السريع– جامعة الملك سعود2006