RTH-1120 RADIATION THERAPY PHYSICS
This course is designed to review and expand concepts and theories from the Radiologic Physics course. Detailed analysis of the properties of radiation, x-ray production, radiation quality and the interactions of ionizing radiation with matter are emphasized. The treatment units to deliver external beam radiation are presented. The course will also include topics in quality management in radiation therapy, including quality checks on charts, films, simulators and megavoltage treatment units. The role of the radiation oncology team in quality management will be discussed as well as the legal and regulatory implications for maintaining appropriate QM guidelines.
Prerequisite
RTH-1100, MTH-1010, PHY-1000, RTH-1110, RTH-1115