- Docente: Fabrizio Romani
- Credits: 2
- SSD: FIS/07
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Imaging and Radiotherapy techniques (cod. 8485)
Learning outcomes
The student has learned the basic principles of radiotherapy equipment (Linac, Cobaltotherapy, Roentgenterarapia) and Radioprotection.
Course contents
use of ionizing radiations in radiotherapy, LINAC and other external radiotube and brachytherapy equipment, patient checking and positioning systems, position error analysis, quality controls, and bidimensional dosimetric checks. Main instruments for dose measurement in Radiotherapy.
Teaching methods
frontal lesson supported by slides
Assessment methods
Oral interview during which the student is invited to discuss the topics covered in the didactic material presented and discussed during the lessons. The interview will be evaluated based on the following parameters: - knowledge, mastery and depth of the content - critical and exhibit ability - technical-scientific terminological correctness.
Teaching tools
The course is based on the didactic material presented and discussed in lesson. Twelve presentations are available in pdf format at the AMS Campus service or are available directly at the lesson.
Office hours
See the website of Fabrizio Romani