TR EN

RADYOTERAPİ CİHAZLARI COURSE IDENTIFICATION AND APPLICATION INFORMATION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
RDP253 RADYOTERAPİ CİHAZLARI 3 3 3 5

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Explains the basic types of devices used in radiotherapy and their clinical uses.
Describes the main components and operating principle of linear accelerators (LINACs).
Describes radiotherapy devices used for simulation and imaging purposes (conventional simulator, CT simulator).
Explains the types of brachytherapy devices, their working principles, and clinical application areas.
Recognizes the assistive systems used in radiotherapy (immobilization systems, patient tables, collimators, MLC, etc.).
Explains the fundamental concepts related to mechanics, geometry, and dosimetry in radiotherapy devices.
Defines the concepts of quality control and quality assurance for the safe use of devices.
Identifies the basic types of malfunctions and errors that may be encountered in the daily clinical use of radiotherapy devices.
Applies radiation safety and worker protection principles in the use of radiotherapy devices.
In the use of radiotherapy equipment, they act in accordance with ethical and legal responsibilities and demonstrate teamwork.