Nuclear Physics Course
This course equips you with essential nuclear physics knowledge for medical imaging, covering decay mechanisms, dosimetry calculations, shielding strategies, and radionuclide choices to tackle PET/SPECT challenges and ensure radiation safety in clinical and research contexts effectively.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain a practical overview of nuclear structure, decay processes, matter interactions, and essential units for imaging and radiation safety. Compute activity levels, radiation doses, shielding requirements, and select suitable radionuclides, while confidently explaining findings to technical and clinical teams in medical environments.
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Develop skills
- Master nuclear decay modes and link them swiftly to optimal imaging selections.
- Calculate patient and staff radiation doses quickly from given activity levels.
- Design effective shielding using lead, tungsten, and plastic for PET and SPECT facilities.
- Perform decay calculations for half-lives, activity decay, and safe handling durations.
- Optimise isotopes, energies, and doses to enhance image quality using nuclear principles.
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