Radiofrequency Training

Many consumer and industrial products and applications make use of radiofrequency (RF) energy. RF energy includes radio waves and microwaves, which is used for providing telecommunications, broadcast and other services. Although RF energy has many important uses, it also poses some significant health risks. In this online Radiofrequency Training course students learn about these risks and what can be done to avoid them.

Course Overview

Many consumer and industrial products and applications make use of some form of electromagnetic energy (EME). One type of EME that is of increasing importance worldwide is radiofrequency (RF) energy, including radio waves and microwaves, which are used for providing telecommunications broadcast and other services. Although RF energy has some important uses, it also poses significant health risks.

This online Radiofrequency Training course explains the risks associate with radiofrequency energy and what can be done to avoid these risks. After completing this course, an understanding should be gained of radiofrequency (RF) energy and radiation, potential RF energy sources, hazard signs, the difference between controlled and uncontrolled exposure to RF energy, the standards and regulations relating to RF radiation, protection from exposure, and RF exposure limit guidelines.

Course Topics

  • Key Definitions
  • How RF is Used
  • RF Exposure and Sources of RF Energy
  • Physical and Health Hazards
  • Safety Precautions Around Antenna and Tower Sites
  • RF Personal Monitors
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Emergency Procedures
  • RF Exposure Limit Guidelines