Strahlung und Strahlenschutz

What it is about

In this module you learn the fundamentals of radiation physics and radiation protection: characterization of radiation, its interaction with matter and methods for measuring radiation doses. You will also learn how to design radiation protection equipment and analyze it with deterministic as well as Monte Carlo methods. In the end you will be able to quantify radiation exposure and to design a radiation shield.

What you will be able to do

• Characterization of types and sources of radiation
• Understand the interaction of photons, electrons, neutrons and ions with matter
• Apply methods for determining radiation dose
• Apply deterministic and stochastic (Monte Carlo) procedures for shielding
• Know the requirements of radiation protection law in Germany and Europe
• Conceptualize a radiation shield

What the module consists of

• LectureIntroduction to theory and methods, imparting the main topics
• practical exercises / application tasksIllustration and application of concepts and techniques

Teaching method

• Lecture with presentationsConveying the content and structured development of the topic
• intensive board workExplanation of concepts and derivations
• interactive teaching with questionsPromotion of understanding through discussion and follow-up questions