Unit 2: Ionizing Radiation & Units of Measurement
Learning Objectives: ANSI/ASNT – CP-105- 2016 Section 1 & 2
Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to define, understand and apply the following:
- Ionizing Radiation
- Alpha, Beta, Gamma Review
- Isotope vs. Radioisotope
- ALARA
- Time, Distance, Shielding
- Radiation Intensity & Units
- Basic Atomic Theory
- Elements & Atoms
- Molecules & compounds
- Atomic Particles, number, weight, structure
Learning Activities:
- Lecture and discussion
- PowerPoint of Basic Atomic Theory
- Radiation Safety Article Review #1
- Radiation Safety Article Review #2
- Flash-Cards
Learning Resources:
- Units of measurement handout
- Glossary
Evaluation:
- Article Reviews
