Dosimetry I, 22.5

About the course package

The course package consists of Radiation interaction 7.5 ECTS and Dosimetry 15 ECTS. The first course contains a thorough coverage of interaction with matter for photons and charged particles, interaction cross-sections, mass stopping power, bremsstrahlung, and production of X-rays in the x-ray tube. An overview is also given of relevant Monte Carlo techniques.

In the second course the interaction processes, described in the radiation interaction course, are applied on a macroscopic scale, leading to quantities such as kerma, exposure and absorbed dose. Basic concepts such as energy transferred, net energy transferred, energy imparted, Fano’s theorem and W/e are also covered. Different types of equilibrium, and cavity theories are discussed in detail. Practical aspects and dosimetric perturbation effects for detectors are also discussed and an introduction to micro- and internal dosimetry is given.

Both courses include compulsory laboratory work.

Level of education: Advanced

Eligibility: University: Atomic and Nuclear Physics 7.5 ECTS and Quantum Physics 4.5 ECTS, or corresponding. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English A (IELTS (Academic) with a minimum overall score of 5.5 and no individual score below 5.0. TOEFL PBT (Paper-based Test) with a minimum total score of 530 and a minimum TWE score of 4. TOEFL iBT (Internet-based Test) with a minimum total score of 72 and a minimum score of 17 on the Writing Section). Where the language of instruction is Swedish, applicants must prove proficiency in Swedish to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.

Courses

• Radiation Dosimetry, 15.0 Credits
• Radiation Interaction, 7.5 Credits

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