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Jul 01, 2024
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PYCS 4400 - Adv Med Dosimetry Physics
Prerequisite: Admission to the Medical Dosimetry program
Principles of radiation to include radioactive decay, x-ray production, radiation quality, interactions with matter, detection and measurement of radiation, and radiation safety issues are reviewed. The theory and operation of external beam linear accelerators are discussed. Concepts of clinical radiation transport along with methods to accurately calculate dose are emphasized. Various calculational algorithms, with their clinical implementation, are presented.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Credit Hours: 3Contact Hours: 3 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Other Hours: 0
Program Restrictions: BSRS_DOSM-Medical Dosimetry
Schedule Type: Lecture
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