Course Overview
The second in a series of courses examining the fundamentals of radiation physics and the principles and concepts of dosimetry in the application of beam data to obtain the optimal treatment plan for each patient. Examines the physical applications and concepts relevant to teletherapy and brachytherapy equipment, photon and electron interactions, and beam data collection. Laboratory work is problem based. Lectures are reinforced with numerical examples and students solve numerical problems where appropriate.
Prerequisite(s)
- 60% in PHYS 5103
Credits
5.5
- Retired
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