Ph 353 Radiation in the Environment

Types of radiation and their interaction with matter, including organic tissue; methods of detection and shielding; evaluation of dosage and risk assessment; methods of energy generation based on nuclear energy; nuclear waste and disposal problems. Recommended prerequisites: Ph 203, Bi 253, Ch 223, or equivalent. Calculus, previously or concurrently, is recommended. Also listed as Sci 353; course may be taken only once for credit.