Radiation Safety

Certificate Program

The Radiation Safety Certificate Program provides students with a foundation in the principles of radiation and radiation protection. This program is most relevant to those seeking eventual employment as a radiological control technician at places that generate or incorporate radioactive materials, such as nuclear power plants, national laboratories, research centers, or medical facilities. The Certificate Program includes one-year courses in English Composition, General Chemistry, College Physics, and Radiation Safety. The Radiation Safety courses have lecture and laboratory components that provide students with specialized instruction and hands-on training in radiation detection and contamination control. Topics include: ALARA principles, radiation detector technologies, operating radiation survey instruments, proper donning and doffing of personal protective equipment, conducting radiological surveys, the fundamentals of dosimetry, and federal regulations.

The Radiation Certificate Program currently has additional benefits made possible through the “Development of Next Generation Radiation Safety Professionals” grant, sponsored by the National Nuclear Safety Administration (NNSA) Minority Serving Institutions Partnership Program (MSIPP), award number DE-NA0004162. These benefits include professional development activities, stipends of $600 or more, and opportunities to apply for paid 10-week summer internships at Brookhaven National Laboratory (at least $6500, housing included), upon meeting additional eligibility requirements.

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Kupferberg Holocaust Center

The KHC uses the lessons of the Holocaust to educate current and future generations about the ramifications of unbridled prejudice, racism and stereotyping.

Russian Ballet performing at the Queensborough Performing Arts Center

QPAC: Performing Arts Center

QPAC is an invaluable entertainment company in this region with a growing national reputation. The arts at QPAC continues to play a vital role in transforming lives and building stronger communities.

Queensborough Art Gallery exterior in the afternoon

QCC Art Gallery

The QCC Art Gallery of the City University of New York is a vital educational and cultural resource for Queensborough Community College, the Borough of Queens and the surrounding communities.