Course Title: Radiation Therapy Technology 3
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Radiation Therapy Technology 3
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
ONPS2355 |
Bundoora Campus |
Undergraduate |
160H Medical Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2006, Sem 1 2007, Sem 1 2008, Sem 1 2009, Sem 1 2010, Sem 1 2011, Sem 1 2012, Sem 1 2013, Sem 1 2014, Sem 1 2015, Sem 1 2016 |
ONPS2355 |
Bundoora Campus |
Undergraduate |
173H School of Health and Biomed |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2018, Sem 1 2019, Sem 1 2020 |
ONPS2406 |
Bundoora Campus |
Postgraduate |
160H Medical Sciences |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2011 |
Course Coordinator: A/Prof Moshi Geso
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 7991
Course Coordinator Email: moshi.geso@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 201.08.008
Course Coordinator Availability: Appointments arranged via email
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
Enforced Pre-Requisite Courses
Successful completion of:
- ONPS2350 Radiation Therapy Technology 2 (Course ID 038642)
- RADI1135 Radiation Therapy Methods 2 (Course ID 038636)
- RADI1137 Radiation Therapy Practice 2 (Course ID 038644)
Note: it is a condition of enrolment at RMIT that you accept responsibility for ensuring that you have completed the prerequisite/s and agree to concurrently enrol in co-requisite courses before enrolling in a course.
For information go to RMIT Course Requisites webpage.
Required Concurrent Study
You should undertake the following courses at the same time as this course as it contains areas of knowledge and skills which are implemented together in practice.
- RADI1181 Radiation Therapy 3 (Course ID 044140)
- ONPS2437 Computed Tomography (Course ID 044134)
Alternatively, you may be able to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge before you start this course.
Contact your course coordinator if you think you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning.
Course Description
You will build upon your existing knowledge of the technological principles and physics concepts of Radiation Therapy to explore advanced imaging modalities and planning technologies applied in clinical Radiation Therapy. These include x-ray Computed Tomography (CT) and portal imaging, as well as advanced planning algorithms and simulation techniques. You will learn current technological developments and state-of-the-art instrumentation, with a particular emphasis placed on the expanding role of digital image processing and visualisation technology in treatment planning. The latest developments in the field of radiation therapy will be learned, including advances in brachytherapy, stereotactic radiosurgery, tomotherapy and volumetric arc therapy. Treatment planning algorithms, radiobiological models, quality assurance and in vivo dosimetry will also be studied in the context of these technologies.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes for BP148 Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Radiations) (aligned to the Accreditation Standards of the Medical Radiations Practice Board of Australia):
Standard 1.5 Practice in medical radiation sciences
1.5b. Apply principles of medical radiation physics and instrumentation
On successful completion of this course you should be able to:
- Explain the instrumentation, technological principles and physics concepts of advanced radiation therapy as applied to planning, delivery and quality assurance techniques using discipline specific terminology
- Formulate strategies to solve clinical problems using knowledge of the technological principles and physics concepts of Radiation Therapy
- Evaluate the use of imaging and image guidance for radiation therapy planning and treatment delivery
- Assess new and emerging instrumentation and techniques in radiation therapy within a clinical context
- Describe radiation safety measures through application of knowledge and practical skills
Overview of Learning Activities
You will learn through a range of activities including lectures, problem-based learning activities, online learning materials and self-directed study. This course is supported by RMIT's online Learning Management System (LMS).
You will undertake the equivalent of three hours per week in lectures and three hours per week undertaking problem-based learning activities. In addition you are expected to spend a minimum of four hours per week in independent study.
Overview of Learning Resources
You will be expected to make use of RMIT's online Learning Management System (LMS). This resource provides a range of materials aimed at supporting your learning and you are encouraged to actively use this site and the material it contains. You are also expected to conduct a significant level of self-directed learning to reinforce learned concepts. There is the expectation that you will access appropriate peer-reviewed literature via the RMIT library. The Medical Radiations Subject Guide (URL: http://rmit.libguides.com/medical-radiations) provides useful references. A detailed course schedule will be available via myRMIT. Any changes to this schedule due to unforeseen circumstances will be posted on the course LMS.
Overview of Assessment
This course has no hurdle requirements.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1: Tests
Weighting 25%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5
Assessment Task 2: Assignments
Weighting 25%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5
Assessment Task 3: Examination
Weighting 50%
This assessment task supports CLOs 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5