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Sep 27, 2024
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2023-2024 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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RADT 2024 - Radiobiology and Protection
Credits: 3
Radiation biology content presents basic concepts and principles including interactions of radiation with cells, tissues and the body as a whole, and resultant health effects. This content discusses the theories and principles of tolerance dose, time-dose relationships, fractionation schemes and the relationship of these principles to the clinical practice of radiation therapy. Radiation protection content presents the basic principles of radiation protection and safety for the radiation therapist. Radiation health and safety requirements of federal and state regulatory agencies, accreditation agencies and health care organizations are included, as well as the specific responsibilities of radiation therapists.
Prerequisite: RST 1005
Previous RDT* 224
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