Physics of Radiation Therapy

1 Course Unit

This course covers clinical radiation oncology physics; principles of radiation- producing equipment; modern treatment delivery techniques including IMRT, VMAT, SRS, and brachytherapy; dose calculation and optimization algorithms. It provides an overview of site-specific treatment planning technique and considerations. This course also includes a hands-on treatment planning lab using the Eclipse treatment planning system. Spring Prerequisite: MPHY 6040 1 Course Unit