Module 102 - Production of X-Rays

DOE-HDBK-1109-97

Radiological Safety Training for Radiation-Producing (X-Ray) Devices

Instructor=s Guide

Lesson Plan

Instructor=s Notes

II.

MODULE 102 - PRODUCTION OF X-RAYS

OBJECTIVES

Module Objective.

Upon completion of this unit, the participants

should understand what X-rays are and how they

are produced so that the participants will be able to

work around them safely.

ii. Objectives.

Following self-study and/or classroom review, the

participants will be able to:

1. Define the types of electromagnetic radiation.

2. Describe the difference between X-rays and

gamma rays.

3. Identify how X-rays are produced.

4. Define bremsstrahlung and characteristic

X-rays.

5. Describe how X-ray tube voltage and current

affect photon energy and power.

6. Explain how X-rays interact with matter.