Course on ISO Standards in Radiation Protection
Online 300-hour course on ISO standards in radiation protection. 6 modules covering Directive 2013/59/Euratom (basic safety standards), Royal Decree 1029/2022 (protection of health against ionising radiation) and MCNP. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Course on ISO Standards in Radiation Protection — studying from South Africa
South Africa has a established defence industry centred on companies such as Denel and Paramount Group, with capabilities in land systems, armoured vehicles and munitions. The sector supports engineering roles in systems integration, vehicle design and test and evaluation. Defence procurement and export controls are overseen by government bodies, and the industry works closely with the South African National Defence Force. Engineers in this field typically combine mechanical, electrical and systems skills.
Fees for South Africa: R 14 900 (South African rand), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in South Africa
Typical roles
Questions from South Africa
Which South African bodies regulate or recognise defence and military engineering professionals?
Engineers in South Africa are registered through ECSA under the Engineering Profession Act, and defence programmes are guided by institutions such as the South African National Defence Force and Armscor, which set their own requirements. SEIUM is a private online institute, and its qualifications are not state degrees or accredited by a national body. Recognition is decided by these bodies and your employer, so confirm with them first.
Would this qualification help me find work in South Africa's defence or land systems sector?
South Africa has a defence industry with state-linked entities and private contractors, and employers usually require security clearances, relevant experience and recognised qualifications. A private online programme may support your application but does not guarantee employment or clearance. Check requirements with prospective employers, as roles in this sector can be sensitive and tightly controlled.
Can I study alongside a job, and are there funding options?
The course is 100% online and taught in English, so you need strong English, and no student visa is needed to study from home. Master's programmes are 1,900 hours, postgraduate diplomas 800 hours and specialist courses 300 hours, each with an assigned technical tutor. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible, so ask whether your employer would fund part of the training.
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What you will be able to do
Describe the regulatory framework for radiation protection.
Calculate shielding and barriers for radioactive facilities.
Select personal and containment protective equipment.
Apply instrumentation and calibration standards.
Verify the effectiveness of protection measures.
Audit a radiation protection programme.
Prepare a protection design for a facility that complies with standards.
Who it's for
- Radiation protection specialist who wants to specialise in ISO Standards in Radiation Protection.
- Shielding engineer who wants to specialise in ISO Standards in Radiation Protection.
- Nuclear instrumentation technician who wants to specialise in ISO Standards in Radiation Protection.
- Radiological safety auditor who wants to specialise in ISO Standards in Radiation Protection.
- Head of a radiation protection service who wants to specialise in ISO Standards in Radiation Protection.
- Design engineer for radioactive facilities who wants to specialise in ISO Standards in Radiation Protection.
- Graduates in engineering or sciences seeking to enter the nuclear sector.
What you'll work with
- Directive 2013/59/Euratom (basic safety standards)
- Royal Decree 1029/2022 (protection of health against ionising radiation)
- ISO 4037 (X and gamma reference radiation)
- ISO 2919 (sealed radioactive sources)
- IEC 61331 (protective devices against X-radiation)
- ISO 10648 (containment enclosures)
- IEC 60846 (instruments for measuring ambient dose equivalent)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Overview of standardisation in radiation protection1.2International bodies and technical committees1.3Standards for quantities, units and vocabulary1.4Requirements standards for measuring equipment1.5Standards for dosimetry services1.6Standards for shielding and materials1.7Standards for personal protective equipment1.8Relationship between technical standards and legal obligations1.9Field vocabulary and acronyms1.10Exercise: locating the applicable standard for a piece of equipment
2.1Shielding materials according to radiation type2.2Lead, concrete, steel and composite materials2.3Neutron shielding and moderation2.4Calculation of thicknesses and attenuation layers2.5Lead equivalence testing standards2.6Screens, partitions and mobile shielding2.7Leaded glass and observation windows2.8Doors, mazes and service passages2.9Verification of installed shielding2.10Practical: sizing and verifying a shield
3.1Aprons, thyroid shields and goggles3.2Gloves and limb protection3.3Performance and marking standards3.4Protective clothing against contamination3.5Respiratory protection and its standards3.6Glove boxes and cabinets3.7Ventilation and HEPA filtration3.8Periodic inspection of protective equipment3.9Withdrawal and replacement of equipment3.10Practical: an inspection plan for protective equipment
4.1Area and portable radiation monitors4.2Surface and hand contamination monitors4.3Portal monitors for people and vehicles4.4Personal dosimeters and regulatory requirements4.5Type tests and declared characteristics4.6Calibration, traceability and frequency4.7Daily checks and response verification4.8Measurement uncertainty and its declaration4.9Acceptance criteria and withdrawal of equipment4.10Practical: specifying an instrumentation purchase
5.1Equipment quality assurance programme5.2Inventory and management of the equipment fleet5.3Records, traceability and deadlines5.4Initial and periodic verification of the installation5.5Standardised signage and demarcation5.6Documentation required during an inspection5.7Auditing regulatory compliance5.8Staff training in correct use5.9Continuous improvement and updating of standards5.10Practical: auditing the equipment of a facility
6.1Selecting the facility and its risks6.2Applicable regulatory map6.3Design of shielding and barriers6.4Specification of personal protection6.5Specification of instrumentation and calibration6.6Quality assurance programme6.7Verification and audit plan6.8Training plan6.9Technical report6.10Project defence
How you'll learn
100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine the course with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is MCNP, MicroShield, Geant4, advanced Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied using real procedures for shielding calculation, calibration of radiation protection instrumentation, and audits of radiation protection programmes. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Describe the regulatory framework for radiation protection.
Calculate shielding and barriers for radioactive facilities.
Select personal and containment protective equipment.
Apply instrumentation and calibration standards.
Verify the effectiveness of protection measures.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical standards texts.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme is 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
The course uses MCNP, MicroShield, Geant4 and advanced Excel. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
An own SEIUM diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit recognition policy when you enrol.
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