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Course of Study
Concepts for Preparation and Planning in Medical Dosimetry I
credit hours
Concepts for Preparation and Planning in Medical Dosimetry II
credit hour
2
1
1 credit
1 credit
2 credit
2
1 credit
II
III
IV
Curriculum Synopsis
Concepts for Preparation and Planning in Medical Dosimetry I
This course is an introduction for the skills and technologies needed to
pursue a career in medical dosimetry. It is designed for the student who has
already completed a program in Radiation Therapy Technology and provides
background information on both the professional and technological side. Both
didactic lectures and hands on lab computer activities are included.
Professional Relations and Responsibilities
Ethical Conduct & Code of Ethics for AAMD, MDCB
Professional / Legal Perspective / Malpractice
Scope of Practice for Medical Dosimetry
Professional Development
External Beam Monitor Unit Calculations
Dosimetric Quantities
Photon and Electron Manual Calculations
Central Axis and Off Axis Dose Calculation
Manual Correction for Inhomogeneity
Special Topics and Dose Calculation
Math Topical Review with Dosimetric Applications
Geometric and Trigonometric Applications
Logarithmic Applications
Imaging Modalities / Targets
Radiographic
Computed Tomography
Magnetic resonance (MR) Nuclear Medicine (PET)
Ultrasound
Imaging / Sectional Anatomy Review
Contouring / Segmentation of Targets
Contouring / Segmentation of OAR
Cancer Patient Management
Signs and Symptoms
Cancer Treatment Modalities
Cancer Management
Radiation Protection
Dose Equivalent
Protection Regulations
NRC Regulations for External Beam and Brachytherapy
Computer Technology and Networking
Hardware Technologies
Software
Networking Technologies / PACS / DICOM
Calculations
Nuclear Transformations
Production of X-rays
Clinical Practicum I
Clinical Practicum II
Clinical Practicum IV