RADYOTERAPİDE KALİTE GÜVENLİĞİ PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
RDP256	RADYOTERAPİDE KALİTE GÜVENLİĞİ	4	2	2	2

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer BAŞAK GÖKSEL KARAAĞAÇ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Lecturer BAŞAK GÖKSEL KARAAĞAÇ
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The aim is to teach the concepts of radiation and radiotherapy, the effects of radiation on cells, radiotherapy treatment planning, the devices and measurement systems used in radiotherapy, as well as quality assurance and radiation protection in radiotherapy.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Learning about radiation and oncological concepts provides knowledge of basic radiotherapy physics, and includes topics such as radiotherapy treatment planning, particle beam therapy, radiotherapy quality assurance, radiation protection, patient communication, and patient education.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Defines concepts related to fundamental radiation standards in radiation fields.
Explains the mechanisms for stopping different types of radiation.
Describes the operating principles of radiation detectors.
Defines the purpose and applications of quality assurance.
It evaluates radiation protection and patient education issues.
Recognizes national and international quality assurance standards and guidelines (IAEA, AAPM, ESTRO, etc.).
In quality and safety practices in radiotherapy, they act in accordance with ethical and legal responsibilities and teamwork.
It applies documentation, record-keeping, and traceability principles in quality assurance processes.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Literature review, individual research	Introduction to Radiation Physics	Explanation, questions and answers.
2	Literature review, individual research	Radiobiology	Explanation, questions and answers.
3	Literature review, individual research	Radiotherapy Devices	Explanation, questions and answers.
4	Literature review, individual research	Devices and Measurement Systems Used in Radiotherapy	Explanation, questions and answers.
5	Literature review, individual research	New Approaches in Radiotherapy Treatment Planning	Explanation, questions and answers.
6	Literature review, individual research	Particle Beam Therapy	Explanation, questions and answers.
7	Literature review, individual research	Emergencies in Radiotherapy	Explanation, questions and answers.
8	Literature review, individual research	Communicating with and Informing the Patient	Explanation, questions and answers.
9	Literature review, individual research	Duties and Responsibilities of a Radiotherapy Technician	Explanation, questions and answers.
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Literature review, individual research	Radiation Protection	Explanation, questions and answers.
12	Literature review, individual research	Ensuring Quality in Radiotherapy	Explanation, questions and answers.
13	Literature review, individual research	Quality Control Systems in Radiotherapy	Explanation, questions and answers.
14	Literature review, individual research	Quality and Reliability in Radiotherapy	Explanation, questions and answers.
15	Literature review, individual research	Notes for Technicians	Explanation, questions and answers.
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Khan, F. M. (2003). The physics of radiation therapy (3rd ed.). Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Pawlicki, T., Dunscombe, P., Mundt, A. J., & Scalliet, P. (2011). Quality and safety in radiotherapy. CRC Press.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
Final Exam	1	50		Classical Exam
TOTAL	2	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	He/She explains the basic knowledge in the field of health sciences where the employee will work as a support staff member.						5
2	He/She defines the medical terminology in the field of health sciences, where he/she will work as a support staff member.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It utilizes access routes and tools for information and technology related to radiation oncology.				3
2	Radiation oncologists communicate effectively with medical radiation physicists, patients, colleagues, and other segments of the community.					4
3	They become proficient in forming a team and working together with the physician.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	It describes the equipment used in radiation oncology.						5
2	He/She uses the equipment in his field effectively.					4
3	He/She monitors and evaluates technological developments in his field.					4

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	With regard to radiation oncology clinical history, files, etc. to prepare patient information is capable of making.					4
2	They effectively use the necessary computer software and hardware in their professional practice.				3
3	Radiation oncologists communicate effectively with medical radiation physicists, patients, colleagues, and other segments of the community.						5
4	The student develops preventive approaches to creating safe working environments in terms of occupational health.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Adopting and applying ethical principles and professional values ​​is authoritative.						5
2	It facilitates teamwork.						5
3	He/She keeps up with information related to the profession.					4
4	They communicate with colleagues by keeping up with information in their field using a foreign language.			2

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Can learn and develop lifelong self.		1

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Technical attends sightseeing arrangements.	0

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	They apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired in hospitals.						5

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	1	14
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	10	1	10
Mid-Term Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	40	0	54