Cosmic Ionizing Radiation / Extreme Space Weather
Cosmic ionizing radiation or short cosmic radiation, is a form of ionizing radiation that comes from outer space. While even a very small amount of this radiation reaches the earth, radiation levels rise with higher altitude as well as at higher latitudes.
This course will familiarize you about the basics of cosmic ionizing radiation, the exposure level, effects on health as well as mitigating strategies. The Cosmic Ionizing Radiation course fulfills the requirements of FAA AC No: 120-61B and EASA SIB No.: 2012-09R1.