Radiation Protection: The Essential Guide for Technologists - Second Edition

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Radiation Protection: The Essential Guide for Technologists - Second Edition was written specifically for Radiation Control Technicians (RCT) or Radiation Protection Technologists (RPT). The learning objectives described by the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT) were used as a basis for the content of the book. The goal of the book is to provide technical information for those who wish to become RPT s and eventually, NRRPT. The text describes and provides the student over 140 examples of common calculations, and over 240 homework problems. Instrument descriptions and selection criteria, basics of dosimetry and performance of radiation measurements of ionizing radiation are covered in detail. The textbook covers the multiple skill sets are necessary to implement the radiation control measures needed in a given situation.
 
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  • Paperback: 440 pages
  • Publisher: Pastime Publications; Second Edition (December 1, 2022)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1929169-16-0
  • ISBN-13: 978-1929169160

About Thomas E. Johnson

Thomas E. Johnson, PhD, CHP, NRRPT, CLSO, has performed extensive research and taught in diverse areas of radiation safety including environmental, uranium mining and non-ionizing over the last 25 years. He has worked in consulting, in nuclear power and industry. Dr. Johnson served 6 years active duty in the US Navy, and 14 years as a reservist in the US Air Force. He served as a nuclear enlisted Machinist Mate (ELT) on the USS Cavalla. He separated from the USAFR as a Major, and his last assignment was with the Air Force Radiation Assessment Team. He has authored or co-authored over 38 peer reviewed papers, three textbooks, one reference book, over 40 proceedings publications, mentored over 40 graduate students, and is responsible for teaching 5 graduate classes. He has been the principal investigator for multiple research projects funded by the Department of Defense, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Department of Energy, Department of Agriculture, NIOSH, and other agencies.

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