This study guide accompanies either the CD-ROM set (0-8151-9009-3) or the slide and tape set (0-8151-6949-3) of the same name.

The instructional part of the program was designed and developed with the lecture setting in mind. The visuals and audio present new information and encourage learner involvement and interaction with the material. Each unit closes with a review/self-test section, which shows selected visuals from earlier in the program, giving the teacher the opportunity to pose questions and help students evaluate their own learning. The tutorial portion presents the same content as the instructional program but offers opportunities for review, reinforcement, and self-testing. The tutorial has stated learning objectives and a multiple choice exam at the end of each module. The tutorials are interactive and visually appealing and give the student control over the pacing of the information with options such as backing up to review material or requesting more information on a given topic. Each module includes an interactive self-test, review, and exam. The testing function has the capacity to record each student's answers to be accessed later by the instructor. CD software has been programmed for maximum flexibility and ease of use and does not require advanced knowledge of computers. Full-color visuals, available as slides or CDs, include full-color line art and photographs, radiographs, and occasional text screens to reinforce content. The CD-ROM version includes animations. CD program is interlaced with interactive components throughout the tutorial to enhance learning of difficult subject matter and allow students to learn at their own pace, review as needed, and assess their progress using self-tests provided within the program. Both the CD-ROM set and the Slide and Audiotape set come with adetailed instructor's manual with additional test questions and the complete narration of the program in text form. A student Study Guide provides activities to reinforce learning and enhance retention. Program will run on PC or Mac and can be displayed in 1024x768 or 640x480 resolution.

Module 1: Radiation Chemistry 1. Review of radiation interactions 2. Chemical composition of the human body 3. Radiolysis of water 4. Linear energy transfer 5. Relative biological effectiveness 6. Self-assessment quiz 7. Examination Module 2: Cellular Radiation Effects 1. Organic compounds in cells 2. Cellular structure 3. Cell division 4. Cellular effects of radiation 5. Self-assessment quiz 6. Examination Module 3: Systemic Radiation Effects 1. Radiation dose-response relationship 2. Acute radiation syndrome 3. Hematopoietic syndrome 4. Gastrointestinal syndrome 5. Central nervous system syndrome 6. Radiation effects on the fetus 7. LD 50/30 8. Self-assessment quiz 9. Examination Module 4: Genetic Effects 1. The concept of mutation 2. Radiation effects on DNA 3. Cytogenetic effects 4. Hereditary effects in humans 5. Self-assessment quiz 6. Examination Module 5: Somatic Effects 1. Basic concepts and mechanism of carcinogenesis 2. Radiation-induced malignancy 3. Leukemia 4. Other cancers 5. Dose-response relationship for radiation-induced cancer 6. Self-assessment quiz 7. Examination Module 6: Radiation Detection and Measurement 1. Units of measure 2. Types of personnel monitoring devices 3. Calibration instruments: uses, advantages and disadvantages 4. Self-assessment quiz 5. Examination Module 7: Patient Protection 1. Effective communication 2. Beam-limiting devices and filtration 3. Shields, immobilization 4. Exposure and film factors 5. Repeat radiographs 6. Patient dose 7. Pediatric considerations 8. Pregnancy considerations 9. Self-assessment quiz 10. Examination Module 8: Radiographer Protection 1. Room construction and design 2. Radiographic equipment and technique 3. Personnel protective devices 4. Fluoroscopic procedures 5. Mobile procedures 6. Self-assessment quiz 7. Examination