OASV4100 Urban Governance Course description

After completing the course, the student is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and competence:

Knowledge

The student has

• advanced knowledge of the characteristics of the types of radiation used in medical diagnostics and treatment
• in-depth knowledge of radiobiological long-term effects at the molecular, cell, and organ level when using low and high doses
• in-depth and specialised knowledge of genetic variations and other factors that affect cells’ radiosensitivity
• in-depth knowledge of the main theories and models used to estimate radiation effects and long-term side effects
• in-depth knowledge of the principles behind new radiation-based technology, its potential for medical application and potential consequences for radiation protection and long-term effects
• insight into radiation protection policies at a national and international level, and radiation protection guidelines

Skills

The student is capable of

• analysing how medical use of radiation is influenced by technological, medical, sociocultural and political factors
• applying existing theories and models in the use of radiation with regards to interpreting possible long-term effects

Competence

The student is capable of

• identifying societal challenges relating to the use of new technology that applies ionising radiation
• participating in discussions with other experts in the field about choices of treatment techniques and diagnostic methods
• identifying and discussing ethical challenges relating to medical use of radiation at the individual and societal level, including the assessment and communication of risk

The following required coursework must be approved before the student can take the exam:

• minimum 80 per cent attendance in skills training, workshops and scheduled group and project work

Exam content: The learning outcomes

Exam form: Combined exam consisting of two parts:

1. Individual project assignment, 3,000 words (+/- 20%).

2. Supervised individual written exam, 3 hours

One overall grade is awarded. The two exam parts count equally towards the grade. Both parts must be passed (A-E) in order to pass the exam. If the written exam is awarded an F, it must be retaken. If the project assignment is awarded an F, the student is given one more chance to submit a reworked version for the exam.

Part 1: All aids are permitted.

Part 2: Calculator

No coursework requirements or compulsory activities.

Grade scale A-F.

Exam content: The learning outcomes

Exam form: Individual oral exam (carried out digitally), up to 30 minutes. The language for the oral examination is optional (Norwegian or English).

None

The exam papers are assessed by one internal and one external examiner.

At least 25% of the exam papers will be assessed by two examiners. The grades awarded for the papers assessed by two examiners form the basis for determining the level for all the exam papers.