Course Summary
Learn about the effects of radiation on human health and how to protect yourself in this informative course. Gain a deeper understanding of radiation sources, radiation types, and the biological effects of radiation exposure.Key Learning Points
- Understand the basics of radiation and its effects on human health
- Learn about different sources and types of radiation
- Discover how to protect yourself from radiation exposure
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the effects of radiation on human health
- Identify different sources and types of radiation
- Develop strategies to protect yourself from radiation exposure
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of science and math
- Access to a computer with an internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online Self-Paced
- Video Lectures
- Quizzes and Assignments
Similar Courses
- Introduction to Nuclear Science and Engineering
- Radiation Oncology: An Introduction
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Dr. Helen Caldicott
- Dr. Timothy Jorgensen
Related Books
Description
Radiation is all around us - without it we wouldn’t exist. Yet the word has become synonymous with danger, death and disaster.
Outline
- Atomic interactions
- Course introduction
- Pre-course self-reflection exercise
- Introduction to Module 1
- Atomic structure
- Understanding waves
- Understanding electromagnetic waves
- The electromagnetic spectrum
- Radiation interacting with matter, Part 1
- Radiation interacting with matter, Part 2
- Alpha and beta particles
- Module 1 conclusion
- How to navigate the course
- Overview of the assessments and activities
- A map of our journey across the electromagnetic spectrum
- Module 1 further readings
- Test yourself: Pre-course knowledge quiz
- Assessment 1 - Module 1 quiz
- Longwave radiation
- Introduction to Module 2
- Who discovered radiation?
- ELF radiation
- Radio frequency radiation
- Microwave radiation
- Infrared
- Module 2 conclusion
- The wonderful world of radio waves
- What is the Cosmic Microwave Background?
- Module 2 further readings
- Assessment 2 - Module 2 quiz
- Light as radiation
- Introduction to Module 3
- Visible radiation
- Ultraviolet radiation
- Biological effects of ionising radiation
- Biological repair pathways
- Module 3 conclusion
- Rainbows of the night
- Why is the sky blue?
- Gene mutations and natural selection
- Why do people have different skin colours?
- Module 3 further readings
- Assessment 3 - Module 3 quiz
- Ionising radiation
- Introduction to Module 4
- X-rays
- Gamma rays
- Radiation Protection
- Personalised risk
- Encouraging the practice of justification
- Module 4 conclusion
- Can black holes emit radiation?
- What does "radiation dose" mean?
- Cultural perspectives on cancer
- Module 4 further readings
- Assessment 4 - Module 4 quiz
- Radiation in health
- Introduction to Module 5
- X-ray examination
- CT examination
- Nuclear medicine
- Radiation therapy
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Ultrasound
- Module 5 conclusion
- Summary of course
- What is the right radiation dose for me?
- DEXA, Angiography and Fluoroscopy
- Module 5 further readings
- Assessment 5 - Module 5 quiz
- Assessment 6 - End of course quiz
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the world of radiation and how it affects our health with this online course. Students praise the engaging lectures and in-depth information on the topic. However, some have noted the lack of interactivity and technical issues with the course platform.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course provides extensive information on the topic of radiation and its impact on health.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging and informative lectures
- Extensive information on the topic
- Accessible to beginners
- Flexible schedule
- Expert instructors
Cons from User Reviews
- Lack of interactivity
- Technical issues with the course platform
- Some sections may be too technical for beginners
- Limited opportunity for hands-on learning
- Limited interaction with instructors and peers
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