Algonquin College ยท Canada

Diploma in Applied Nuclear Science and Radiation Safety

Campus Diploma Full Time
Delivery
Campus
Study mode
Full Time
Level
Diploma
Starts
Fall, Spring

Introduction

Applied Nuclear Science and Radiation Safety is a Diploma program taught at Algonquin College, Canada. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (2 Years) options.

Applied Nuclear Science and Radiation Safety (Co-op and Non Co-op Version) at Algonquin College is a two-year Ontario College Diploma. Students learn to survey, monitor and control radiation exposure, including detecting and measuring radiation levels, mitigating contamination hazards, and guiding personnel to control contamination and minimize radiation exposure. Coursework includes Microcomputer Applications for Radiation Safety, Mathematics for Radiation Safety, Instrumentation I, Radiation Protection I, and Sciences for Understanding Radiation Theory.

The program includes co-operative education for eligible students. Algonquin College defines co-operative education as formally integrating academic studies with no less than 420 scheduled hours of paid work experience, with students alternating academic terms with workplace experience related to the field.

Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode that combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities. Students have the option to apply for a paid co-op work term, subject to availability and academic eligibility.

Modules

  • Microcomputer Applications for Radiation Safety
  • Cooperative Education and Job Readiness
  • Mathematics for Radiation Safety
  • Instrumentation I
  • Radiation Protection I
  • Sciences for Understanding Radiation Theory
  • Preparation for Work
  • Professional Communication Essentials
  • Co-Op Job Search 1
  • Fundamentals of Physics
  • Instrumentation II
  • Contamination Control

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Applied Nuclear Science and Radiation Safety at Algonquin College for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

  • program specific academic requirment set by Algonquin College.
  • English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Algonquin College as pre-requiste for admission in Applied Nuclear Science and Radiation Safety.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Courses Units

More Information

  • contamination monitor
  • radiation protection technician
  • radiation surveyor
  • health physics technician
  • NORMs technician

Scholarships

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