CLRS 412 - Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning

Institution:

Virginia Commonwealth University

Subject:

Description:

Semester course; 2 lecture and 2 laboratory hours. 3 credits. Prerequisite: CLRS 323 and 342 or permission of instructor. An introduction to routine 2-D and 3-D treatment planning for the most common forms of cancer including prostate, rectum, lung, breast and head and neck regions. Simulated lab training using the ADAC Pinnacle treatment planning system will be included. Emphasis will be on the rationale and process of treatment planning for patients undergoing radiation therapy.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.vcu.edu/

Phone Number:

(804) 828-0100

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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