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  | ![]() DOE-HDBK-1130-98 
Module 1: 
Radiological Fundamentals 
Terminal Objective: 
Given various radiological concepts, the participant will be able to define the fundamentals of radiation, 
radioactive material, and radioactive contamination in accordance with the approved lesson materials. 
Enabling Objectives: 
The participant will be able to select the correct response from a group of responses to verify his/her 
ability to: 
EO1 
Identify the three basic particles of an atom. 
EO2 
Define radioactive material, radioactivity, radioactive half-life, and radioactive contamination. 
EO3 
Identify the units used to measure radioactivity and contamination. 
EO4 
Define ionization and ionizing radiation. 
EO5 
Distinguish between ionizing radiation and non-ionizing radiation. 
EO6 
Identify the four basic types of ionizing radiation and the following for each type: 
a.  Physical characteristics 
b. Range 
c. Shielding 
d. Biological hazard(s) 
e.  Sources at the site 
EO7 Identify the units used to measure radiation. 
EO8 Convert rem to millirem and millirem to rem. 
Instructional Aids : 
1. 
Student Guide 
2. 
Transparencies 
3. 
Activities (as applicable) 
4. 
Self-check quizzes (as applicable) 
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