AL 303 - Radiation Therapy Physics I

Institution:

Washburn University

Subject:

Allied Health

Description:

The study of imaging radiation properties, radiation interaction with matter, methods of radiation protection, radiation measuring & monitoring devices. Topics include: math pertinent to radiation therapy, x-ray production, imaging techniques & brachytherapy sources in regard to preparation, utilization & disposal. The study of basic physics concepts related to radiation therapy and treatment planning including x-ray production and intensity, radiation interactions with matter, radiation measurement and detection. Course content also includes high energy beam geometry and beam utilization with linear accelerators and other high energy machines.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.washburn.edu

Phone Number:

(785) 670-1010

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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