Abstract

In this subject students develop a working understanding of radiation biology and protection with development of knowledge and skills that translate to appropriate and safe clinical practice from a radiation exposure perspective. The subject contextualises theoretical concepts in radiobiology, health physics and radiation protection and, where appropriate, utilises applied mathematical … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Radiobiology; Interaction of radiation with biological tissueHealth physics; radiation risk, dose minimisation, radiation safety management and planning, and equipment safetyRadiation protection; legislative and regulatory requirements associated with radiation, and hazard identificationElementary quantitative models of radiation action and risk/dose minimisation.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to describe and apply the principles of radiation safety and risk management with specific reference to safe radiation practice and protecting/enhancing patient safety (MRPBA Domain 5.1a-d and 5.2);
2.
be able to ensure safe operation of equipment maintain safety of self and others and safely managing radiation and radioactivity (MRPBA Domain 5.3a and 5.4a);
3.
be able to safely manage radiation and radioactivity in the environment (MRPBA Domain 5.4);
4.
be able to identify and utilise digital literacy skills to support currency for regulatory compliance, ethical, safe and appropriate radiation practice (MRPBA Domain 2.1a-d); and
5.
be able to explain and apply the principles of evidence based practice and professional learning with specific reference to critical thinking, analytical appraisal and reflective skills related to clinical imaging, problem solving and decision making (MRPBA Domain 4.1).

Assumed knowledge

PHY115 Physics for Medical Radiation Science

Enrolment restrictions

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography)
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging)
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy)