Rad Physics II (RTH 203)

Term: 2018-2019 Fall Semester

Faculty

Paula Freeman
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Charles Carver
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Johannes Ritter
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Schedule

Tue-Thu, 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM (10/23/2018 - 12/14/2018) Location: MIT CCTR 145
Wed, 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM (10/23/2018 - 12/14/2018) Location: MIT CCTR 145

Description

This course will explore the concepts of radiation physics as it applies to the practice of radiation therapy. Scatter radiation analysis, isodose curves, patient contouring, dosimetric calculations, treatment planning procedures and electron beam therapy are introduced.