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Sep 17, 2024
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RDTP 150B - Introduction to Radiation Physics Credits: 2 Description This course will establish a working knowledge of the mathematics and physics needed to understand and compute formulas related to the use of radiation in a clinical treatment setting.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Practice basic calculations using scientific notation, exponents, and algebraic expressions.
- Use appropriate units of measure associated with radiation and radiation therapy.
- Calculate mathematical formulas used in radiation therapy physics.
- Assess how to control various characteristics of imaging.
- Examine radiation and its properties.
- Review radioactivity and nuclear properties of atoms.
- Explain the various forms of beam attenuation.
- Apply course knowledge to a hands-on project.
Prerequisite: None Corequisite: None Graded: Letter Grade
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