P 350 - Radiation Physics

Institution:

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

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Description:

3 credits The course includes the study of radioactive decay (the interactions of ionizing radiation with matter), characteristics of alpha, beta, and gamma radiation, modern nuclear instrumentation, dose calculations and dosimetry, production and use of x-rays, nuclear statistics, radiation safety, fission, fusion and nuclear power, activation analysis, and environmental application of radiotracers. Two one hour lectures and one three hour laboratory each week. Prerequisites: P211/212 (may be concurrent). Offered every spring.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.smumn.edu

Phone Number:

(507) 457-1600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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