Radiation Oncology Dosimetry

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Application of physics learned in RADT 4800 to radiation oncology. Concepts of dose distribution in tissue patient treatment approaches and planning techniques. Calculation systems for photon, electron, and brachytherapy treatments included and all modification factors for treatment devices, patient geometry and machine parameters considered in-depth. Course designed to augment the student’s clinical knowledge from rotations in radiation therapy and medical dosimetry. Prerequisite(s): admission to the RADT program or permission of instructor. Prerequisite(s): RADT 4800 >= C Lecture Hours: 3 Repeatability: May not be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit College Restrictions: College of Allied Health Sci Degree Restrictions: BS Radiologic Sciences Program Restrictions: BSRS_RADT-Radiation Therapy Schedule Type (Primary): Lecture Click here for the Schedule of Classes.