College Credit Course Description: RTE 2308

RTE 2308 Radiation Safety and Protection — 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: RTE 1804L and RTE 1814L. This course will provide students with an understanding of basic interactions of X-rays with matter, radiation quantities and units. Limits for exposure to ionizing radiation, protection of the patient and occupational care workers during diagnostic procedures, room design and radiation monitoring will also be covered. Three contact hours.