Radiation Survey Tools and Techniques

Online continuing education course for personnel performing radiation surveys

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Introduction

Radiation survey instruments are designed to detect specific radiation types (alpha, beta, and gamma) across various media, including air, soil, and structural surfaces. Locating and quantifying contamination without physical sampling requires the correct instrumentation (tools) and proper survey execution (techniques). This course teaches learners how to select the right radiation survey tools and apply appropriate techniques to meet specific survey objectives.

32 Continuing Education Credits have been requested from the American Academy of Health Physics for completion of this course.

Course description

The Radiation Survey Tools and Techniques course covers a wide array of survey tools and techniques, organized into three broad categories: 1) structural surface surveys, 2) volumetric surveys, and 3) general area surveys.

The survey tools include, but are not limited to, gas-filled detectors, such as Geiger-Müller detectors; scintillators, such as plastic and alpha scintillators; ion chambers; and sodium iodide detectors. Specific techniques are covered for each detector type—including optimal scan speeds and probe-to-source distances—to maximize detection capabilities. The curriculum presents the pros and cons of each detector, features video demonstrations of proper techniques, and covers instrument quality control, acceptance testing, and measurement efficiencies. Data interpretation and documentation strategies are presented to ensure that data is defensible and actionable.

A list of the modules included in the course is provided below, along with instructions about the registration process. PTP instructors will be available via email, phone, or Microsoft Teams to answer questions and provide assistance when needed.

Target audience

This course is designed for individuals who plan radiation surveys, perform surveys, or interpret survey data. Although general concepts from guidance, such as MARSSIM and NUREG-1507, are included in the course, experience or prior training using these guidance documents is not a prerequisite.

Cost

$1,756 - Tuition includes access to the course materials via the ORAU Learning Management System (LMS).

Questions

If you have additional questions about this course, please contact the Registrar.

Registration Information

These are asynchronous (self-paced) online courses. The training staff recommends that you complete the training within six months of enrollment. Once registration is complete, you will receive an email confirming that your registration has been received. Once your payment has been confirmed, you will receive an email containing your user name and temporary password if this is the first time you have registered for an online course. If you have registered before, you will receive notification that the course is now available.

Each course contains a series of modules/exercises to be completed. When all modules are complete, you will be granted access to the exam. A passing score is 70 out of 100. You will have three attempts to successfully complete the exam. Upon successful completion of the exam, a course certificate of completion will be provided.

Please read the following carefully in its entirety. You must accept these terms and conditions in order to be successfully enrolled in the course. By accepting these terms and conditions, you are legally obligated to act in accordance with this agreement.

Restricted Materials Use Agreement

By registering for this course offered by ORAU's Professional Training Programs (PTP), I understand that I will be provided with PTP-developed course materials. In exchange for receiving these materials, I agree and understand that PTP’s course materials (both electronic or hardcopy) are provided for use by the registered participant only.

Duplication and/or distribution of the course materials, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, is strictly prohibited without the prior written permission of ORAU. The participant may retain and use the course materials for personal reference in perpetuity. Publications and other copyrighted materials provided during the course may be subject to additional restrictions as noted within these documents.

Payment Policy

Payment in full is required in advance.
Register and pay online (see course listings for registration links) with a credit card (VISA, MasterCard, AMEX or Discover).
Contact the Registrar by email or phone for complete assistance in registration and payment.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Once access to the course material has been granted via the Learning Management System, no cancellations will be accepted and no refunds will be issued.

Links to Third-Party Websites

PTP's Online Training may include links to third-party websites that are controlled and maintained by other organizations. Any link to third-party websites is not an endorsement of said websites, and ORAU is not responsible for the content or availability of any such sites.

Recording

Sessions that contain webinars will be recorded.

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Contact us

For more information about ORAU's Professional Training Programs, contact:

Registrar
ORAU Professional Training Programs
P.O. Box 117, MS-11
Oak Ridge, TN 37831-0117
Phone: (865) 576-3576
Fax: (865) 241-9152
registrar@orau.org

View the PTP course flyer (.PDF, 1.28 MB)