Year
Year 3
Semester
Second Semester
Credit
3
Program Description
Study of radiation therapy equipment, dosimetry, and treatment planning fundamentals.
About this course
This course covers the physics and technology behind modern radiation therapy. You will study how linear accelerators and other equipment deliver treatment, how to calculate radiation doses, and how treatment plans are created for patients. The focus is on the equipment you will work with and the calculations that keep treatments safe and effective.
Who takes this course
This course is open to students in the Medical Radiation Technology program. It is listed as an elective and does not count toward the core credits for graduation, but it provides useful background for students interested in oncology specialties.
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
- MRAD 1230 Radiation Safety Fundamentals
- MRAD 1240 Medical Imaging Physics
Learning outcomes
- Describe the mechanical and electronic components of linear accelerators and afterloaders.
- Calculate radiation dose distributions using standard treatment planning principles.
- Perform quality assurance tests on radiation therapy delivery systems.
- Evaluate patient-specific treatment plans for accuracy and safety.
- Apply radiation protection protocols specific to oncology treatment rooms.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Mid-term examination | 25 |
| Treatment planning laboratory reports | 35 |
| Final examination | 40 |