At the end of the course the student must be able to: Know the equipment and systems used in radiotherapy and hadrontherapy and be able to define their technological and physical characteristics, including those based on the type of examination chosen for the patient. Ensure safety and radiation protection during procedures. They must also define the activities performed during a radiotherapy examination using appropriate, clear, and precise language. Know the radiotherapy plans.
Course Prerequisites
Fundamentals of General Biology and Radiobiology with particular reference to the basic knowledge of the molecular structure of the cell. Physics: atom, electromagnetism and the interaction of energy with matter. Psychology: human and social relationships and emotional dynamics.
Teaching Methods
The teaching uses lectures and observation activities in the "field" to carry out the frontal lessons, PPT are used and made available to the student on the Moodle Kiro platform. During the "observation" it is possible to touch the positioning systems and understand the technical characteristics of the material. Attendance at the lessons and field observation day is strongly recommended.
Assessment Methods
Learning is verified through an oral exam. will focus on the topics covered in the four modules through a question for each module. The final grade will be the weighted average. During the exam we will evaluate how the student has integrated the knowledge acquired and how he articulates the various topics by exchanging information.
Texts
AIRO guidelines Lessons PPT FAD summary course on radiotherapy
Contents
Role of the Radiotherapy Technician in Radiotherapy Specific Skills of the Radiotherapy Technician in Radiotherapy "Quality Assurance in Radiotherapy" Code of Ethics and Relationship with the Patient
