At the completion of this course, radiation therapy students shall:

1. Discuss the basic concepts associated with Digital Imaging
2. Explain the principles of imaging using Magnetic Resonance Imaging
3. Describe and understand the instrumentation used in Magnetic Resonance Imaging
4. Explain the principles involved in radiation treatment using photons, electrons and beam modifiers
5. Discuss the dosimetry principles and equipment used in Radiation Therapy

This course will include the following items:

1. Digital Imaging
a. The digital image
b. Image enhancement
c. Image compression & synthesis
d. Co-registration
e. Computer-Aided Diagnosis
f. PACS and telemedicine

2. Magnetic Resonance Imaging
a. Basic principles of MRI
b. MR Magnets and Coils
c. Imaging with MRI
d. Artifacts in MRI
e. Hazards in MRI

3. Radiation Therapy
a. Radiation Treatment with photons (Conformal & IMRT),
b. Radiation Treatment with electrons,
c. Beam modifications
d. Dosimetry with Ionisation Chambers

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PHYS1200:Introductory Physics for Life Sciences
PHYS1250:MRS Physics and Radiation Protection

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Lecture

Lecture: for 4 hour(s) per Week for Full Term