Ph 353U 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. Expected preparation: Ph 203, Ch 223, or equivalent. Calculus, previously or concurrently, is recommended. Also listed as Sci 353U; course may be taken only once for credit.