Course Name |
Radiation Safety |
Course Provider |
University College Dublin |
Course Code |
X403 X659 |
Course Type |
Postgraduate |
Qualifications |
Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
Special Purpose Certificate (Level 9 NFQ)
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Special Purpose |
National University of Ireland |
Level 9 NFQ |
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Apply To |
Course provider |
Attendance Options |
Part time, Online |
Location (Districts) |
Belfield |
Qualification Letters |
MSc |
Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
X403 Start Date: January.
X659 Start Date: September.
Next intake January /September annually |
Application Date |
Applications should be submitted via the online application portal at www.ucd.ie/apply |
Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
Duration |
4 Months Part Time
The course will be divided into 10 sections, all of which will be delivered via online learning methods. |
Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
Entry Requirements |
Expand+Entry requirements comprise an undergraduate degree in a related field, however those with sufficient work experience will be considered for the course.
This course will attract participants from a variety of backgrounds and training. Radiation sa...
Hide-Entry requirements comprise an undergraduate degree in a related field, however those with sufficient work experience will be considered for the course.
This course will attract participants from a variety of backgrounds and training. Radiation safety officers are employed in the medical, biomedical and industrial sectors and professional training is required by law. At present, UCD is the only institution to offer this training online in Ireland.
International applicants should contact the academic programme director for a full list of entry requirements.
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Comment |
Expand+How will I study?
Delivery methods will, be for example, online videos, current literature etc.
•The provision of an e-learning structure will allow students to complete training at home, at convenient times.
•It will give flexibility to the ...
Hide-How will I study?
Delivery methods will, be for example, online videos, current literature etc.
•The provision of an e-learning structure will allow students to complete training at home, at convenient times.
•It will give flexibility to the employer, where release from work duties can be negotiated rather than forced.
•It will allow the student to pace their learning according to their previous knowledge, which will alleviate stress and increase satisfaction.
•The interactivity associated with this e-learning course will engage students, pushing them rather than pulling them through training.
•Teaching and learning will take place through on-line lectures.
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Course Content |
Expand+Course Features
- Covers contemporary radiation safety issues for industry, medical and biomedical applications.
- Introduces radiation workers to the principles of the physics of radiation safety and the application of these principles.
- Provide...
Hide-Course Features
- Covers contemporary radiation safety issues for industry, medical and biomedical applications.
- Introduces radiation workers to the principles of the physics of radiation safety and the application of these principles.
- Provides the necessary tools for those who will become trainers in radiation protection and in the safe use of radiation sources in their profession.
Course Overview
The course will be divided into 10 sections, all of which will be delivered via online learning methods. This course will attract participants from a variety of backgrounds and training. Radiation Safety Officers are employed in the medical, biomedical and industrial sectors, and professional training is required by law.
This course will attract participants from a variety of backgrounds and training. Radiation safety officers are employed in the medical, biomedical and industrial sectors and professional training is required by law. At present, UCD is the only institution to offer this training online in Ireland.
Course overview
The course will be divided into 10 one-credit modules, all of which will be delivered via online learning methods.
This course will attract participants from a variety of backgrounds and training. Radiation Safety Officers are employed in the medical, biomedical and industrial sectors, and professional training is required by law. At present, no course of this kind is available online in Ireland.
Subject areas
Introduction to fundamental concepts
Units of radiation exposure and dose
Biological effects of ionising radiation
Radiation detection and measurement
Legal issues and international framework in radiation safety
Assessment of internal and external exposures
Protection against occupational exposure
Emergency planning; non-ionising radiation
Each student will also chose a 3 credit specialty from either diagnostic radiography, radiation therapy or industrial applications of ionising radiation depending on their area of interest.
Learning outcomes
Provide a theoretical and practical basis for radiation safety workers to meet legal requirements.
Understand the following subject areas relevant to their work area: units of radiation exposure and dose; biological effects of ionising radiation; radiation detection and measurement; legal issues and international framework in radiation safety; assessment of internal and external exposures; protection against occupational exposure; emergency planning; non-ionising radiation.
Establish the understanding from which such they may develop practical expertise in radiation safety.
Demonstrate their detailed professional knowledge from their own field and be required to debate and apply current research and practice into the wider professional arena.
Critically evaluate the radiation safety principles and their role within it.
Examine current issues in radiation safety and apply these to clinical/industrial decision-making and problem solving processes.
Have the ability to critically reflect and evaluate their individual professional practice and knowledge base in order to recognize their need for continuous professional development and lifelong learning.
Demonstrate ability to source and analyse relevant literature. This will be examined at the end of semester.
Students will also have a unique opportunity to learn using an online system where they can pace their work to suit personal circumstance.
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Subjects Taught |
Expand+Subject areas:
Introduction to fundamental concepts
Units of radiation exposure and dose
Biological effects of ionising radiation
Radiation detection and measurement
Legal issues and international framework in radiation safety
Assessment of int...
Hide-Subject areas:
Introduction to fundamental concepts
Units of radiation exposure and dose
Biological effects of ionising radiation
Radiation detection and measurement
Legal issues and international framework in radiation safety
Assessment of internal and external exposures
Protection against occupational exposure
Emergency planning; non-ionising radiation
Each student will also choose a specialty from either diagnostic radiography, radiation therapy or industrial applications of ionising radiation depending on their area of interest.
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Careers or Further Progression |
Career Opportunities
Students who have completed this course find themselves in a good position to apply for jobs in the radiation safety sector, both medical and industrial. |
Further Enquiries |
Academic Programme Director
Ms. Marie-Louise Butler
School of Medicine
Health Sciences Centre
UCD Belfield
Dublin 4
E: marielouise.butler@ucd.ie
Programme Administrator
Diagnostic Imaging Programme Office
Health Sciences Centre
UCD Belfield
Dublin 4
T: + 353 1 716 6545
F: + 353 1 716 6547
E: graduate.imaging@ucd.ie |
Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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