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Aug 14, 2024
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RDTP 211B - Radiographic Analysis Credits: 2 Semesters Offered: Spring Campus/Sites Offered: Charleston Offering Note: No additional information available.
Description This course is designed to provide the students with an understanding of the diagnostic imaging process as well as the radiation treatment delivery process. This course will also introduce students to the basic concepts of computed tomography, sectional anatomy, and how these relate to patient positioning and treatment.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Identify and describe the different forms of photon interaction used in radiation therapy.
- Compare and contrast the clinical applications of kilovoltage equipment including Grenz-ray, contact, superficial treatments, and orothovoltage therapy.
- Explain how x-rays are produced in a linear accelerator.
- Describe the major components of a linear accelerator.
- Construct a plan of action for patient treatment set up and delivery.
- Discriminate between the goals of setup and portal imaging.
- List and define beam-shaping and beam-modification devices.
- Select appropriate responses to treatment interruptions.
- Express the purpose of isocenter.
- Explain the components and operation of a simulator (CT units).
- Summarize the process of image acquisition during simulation.
- Describe the methods used for creating a clinically useful beam.
- Characterize therapeutic electron beams.
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Graded: Letter Grade
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