School: Science

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Radiation Science
  • Unit Code

    SCI2380
  • Year

    2021
  • Enrolment Period

    1
  • Version

    1
  • Credit Points

    15
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus
  • Unit Coordinator

    A/Prof Steven HINCKLEY

Description

The science of ionizing radioactive materials and irradiating equipment has a very important place in modern society across many different fields of endeavor. This unit develops student's understanding of important concepts and properties of ionising radiation. This unit also illustrates the application of ionising radiation across many fields, environmental and medical science, physics, chemistry, biological science, sports science, and security science. The safe handling and disposal of these materials is also covered. Completion of this unit will give ECU graduates important skills and knowledge that will enhance their employment prospects in areas where ionizing radiation is important.

Prerequisite Rule

SCP1134 or equivalent.

Students in G95 or W23 or U65 or Y83 must have passed either SCP1132 or SCC1111 or SCP1134 or equivalent.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Apply concepts, principles and theories of ionizing radiation.
  2. Identify applications of ionizing radiation in key industries worldwide, including medical, environmental, biological and physical sciences.
  3. Handle and dispose of radioactive materials and irradiating equipment safely.
  4. Interpret and apply international and national regulatory practices and standards in relation to ionizing radiation and irradiating equipment.

Unit Content

  1. Introduction.
  2. Radioactive Particles and Decay Processes.
  3. Interaction of Radiation with Matter.
  4. Nuclear Reactions and Waste.
  5. X-Rays and Gamma Rays.
  6. Radiation Dosimetry.
  7. Radiation Safety and Protection.
  8. National and International Regulatory and Legislative Issues.
  9. Applications: Radioactivity in industry, nuclear medicine, imaging, and the environment.

Learning Experience

Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS

For more information see the Semester Timetable

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.

Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
PortfolioFortnightly assignments including review reports.30%
Laboratory Work ^A selection of practical activities that cover the properties and safe handling of radioactive materials.30%
ExaminationFinal Examination40%

^ Mandatory to Pass


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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School: Science

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Radiation Science
  • Unit Code

    SCI2380
  • Year

    2021
  • Enrolment Period

    2
  • Version

    1
  • Credit Points

    15
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus
  • Unit Coordinator

    A/Prof Steven HINCKLEY

Description

The science of ionizing radioactive materials and irradiating equipment has a very important place in modern society across many different fields of endeavor. This unit develops student's understanding of important concepts and properties of ionising radiation. This unit also illustrates the application of ionising radiation across many fields, environmental and medical science, physics, chemistry, biological science, sports science, and security science. The safe handling and disposal of these materials is also covered. Completion of this unit will give ECU graduates important skills and knowledge that will enhance their employment prospects in areas where ionizing radiation is important.

Prerequisite Rule

SCP1134 or equivalent.

Students in G95 or W23 or U65 or Y83 must have passed either SCP1132 or SCC1111 or SCP1134 or equivalent.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Apply concepts, principles and theories of ionizing radiation.
  2. Identify applications of ionizing radiation in key industries worldwide, including medical, environmental, biological and physical sciences.
  3. Handle and dispose of radioactive materials and irradiating equipment safely.
  4. Interpret and apply international and national regulatory practices and standards in relation to ionizing radiation and irradiating equipment.

Unit Content

  1. Introduction.
  2. Radioactive Particles and Decay Processes.
  3. Interaction of Radiation with Matter.
  4. Nuclear Reactions and Waste.
  5. X-Rays and Gamma Rays.
  6. Radiation Dosimetry.
  7. Radiation Safety and Protection.
  8. National and International Regulatory and Legislative Issues.
  9. Applications: Radioactivity in industry, nuclear medicine, imaging, and the environment.

Learning Experience

Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS

For more information see the Semester Timetable

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.

Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
PortfolioFortnightly assignments including review reports.30%
Laboratory Work ^A selection of practical activities that cover the properties and safe handling of radioactive materials.30%
ExaminationFinal Examination40%

^ Mandatory to Pass


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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