Module Details

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Title RADIATION SHIELDING ASSIGNMENT
Code PHYS840
Coordinator Professor AJ Boston
Physics
Andrew.Boston@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2022-23 Level 7 FHEQ Whole Session 7.5

Aims

To introduce the subject of radiation shielding and illustrate solutions to the particle transport equation in the context of Monte Carlo and deterministic transport codes. Simple shielding methods will be compared with sophisticated complex calculations in order to familiarise students with the essential concepts. As well as the core material, the course has four external lecturers who are experts in their respective fields. The use of Monte Carlo and Deterministic Codes will be presented in the context of industry needs and requirements. Shielding applications and the shielding design process will be discussed.


Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Demonstrate an understanding of the Particle Transport equation and the transport codes and methodologies used to solve it.

(LO2) Understand and be able to evaluate a shielding scenario using simple shielding methods.

(LO3) Demonstrate an understanding of the Monte Carlo and Deterministic methods and they are applied to radiation shielding calculations.

(LO4) Understand the systematic process that must be followed in order to design shielding to adequately protect those working with ionising radiation.


Syllabus

 

1
The Particle Transport Equation
Radiological protection principles
Simple shielding methods
Monte Carlo and Deterministic codes
Advanced shielding methods
The design process
Real examples


Teaching and Learning Strategies


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours             0
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 75
TOTAL HOURS 75

Assessment

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CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
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% of
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opportunity
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Assessment 1 Assessment Schedule (When) :n/a    100       

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