Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
DTRA-0020
Version:
4
Organization's ID:
DNWS HP 200 DL
Organization:
Defense Threat Reduction Agency/Defense Nuclear Weapons School
Location:
Online
Length:
8 hours
Minimum Passing Score:
70
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Introduction to Radiological Hazards
Description

Objective:

ARRT-1 is an awareness-level course that provides instruction on basic radiological response techniques. This course is based on a series of modules that cover the following: Basic Radiation Science, Characteristics of Radiation, Radiation Units of Measure, Gas Filled Detectors, Solid State Detectors, Radiation Exposure Control, Radiological Contamination Control, and Radiological Survey Planning

Learning Outcomes:

  • Apply the basic principles of science and radioactivity to first responder operations
  • Identify how different types of radiation interact with matter
  • Apply radiation units of measure to radiation protection and response scenarios
  • State the function of a gas-filled radiation detector
  • State the function of a solid-state radiation detector
  • Identify methods of controlling radiation exposure
  • Identify methods of controlling radiation contamination
  • Identify how to conduct a radiological survey

General Topics:

  • Basic Radiation Science
  • Characteristics of Radiation
  • Radiation Units of Measure
  • Gas Filled Detectors
  • Solid State Detectors
  • Radiation Exposure Guidance
  • Radiological Contamination Control
  • Radiological Survey & Planning
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Computer Based Training

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
Supplemental Materials
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