Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | RADIATION PROTECTION IN MEDICINE | ||
Code | PHYS853 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr M Hardy Physics Mark.Hardy@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2024-25 | Level 7 FHEQ | Whole Session | 10 |
Aims |
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This module aims to give the students knowledge of the necessary physics and biological principles which underpin radiation protection in medical physics and clinical engineering. The module also aims to cover the relevant legislation and codes of practice, mainly for UK hospitals. The lectures and problems aim to give the students knowledge about the design characterstics of radiation facilities in hospitals and their safe use. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) An understanding of the physical and biological principles needed to apply radiation protection to medical physics and clinical engineering. |
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(LO2) A knowledge of radiation safety; dose limits; national and international organisations and recommendations; legislation; principles of protection, safe practice, monitoring and reporting. |
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(LO3) The ability to prepare and present a plan for the shielding of a radiotherapy treatment room. |
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(S1) Communication skills |
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(S2) Problem solving skills |
Syllabus |
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Topics covered: X-rays, electrons (betas), neutrons, alpha and other particles Radioactivity Units and relationships biological effects of ionising radiation measurment and instrumentation for radiation protection radiation safety; dose limits; national and international organisations and recommendations; legislation; principles of protection, safe practice, monitoring and reporting applied to: ionising radiation Radiation protection for diagnostic X-rays, radiotherapy and nuclear medicine including biological effects protection quantity and units Risk factors and dose limits risk-benefit, cost benefit analysis ALARA, ALARP radiation working areas protection instrumentation engineering control Protection issues relating to non-ionising radiations including ultra-violet (UV), radiofrequency (RF) and mircowaves, lasers, infrared, magnetic fields and ultrasound IR(ME)R & IRR ICRP principles of radiation protection Radiobiology, deterministic and stochastic effects dosimetry detecti on techniques: types of detectors shielding and room design for keV and MeV energies patient dose calculation Non-ionising radiation: UV, RF, microwaves, lasers, IR, US Dose limits, organisations, legislation, monitoring for ionising and non-ionising radiation transport of radioactive materials HASS 2006, NaTsCo, ARSAC/MARS, MHRA/GMP, GCP/GLP Critical dose concept Hazard and risk assessment control of releases contingency planning, emergency procdures Waste accumulation Permits to work Population exposures . There is a three hour practical session in the laboratory using dosimeters for both gammas and neutrons. Students relate measured levels to safety limits and use shielding as needed. This session is formative. There is a formative class test at the end of the week. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - Tutorial Teaching Method 3 - Laboratory Work |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
20 |
5 |
3 |
28 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 72 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 100 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Examination There is a resit opportunity. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :end semester 2 | 0 | 70 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Assignment There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :end semester 1 | 0 | 30 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |