RATH 233 - Radiation Therapy Physics II

Institution:

Delgado Community College

Subject:

Radiation Therapy

Description:

Expanded concepts and theories in radiation physics for the radiation therapist. Detailed analysis of the structure of matter, properties of radiation, nuclear transformations, production and interactions of ionizing radiations are emphasized. Treatment units used in external beam therapy, measurement and quality of radiation, absorbed dose, dose distribution and scatter analysis are among the concepts presented.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.DCC.EDU

Phone Number:

(504) 671-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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