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    Department of Medical Imaging Techniques

    TGT 204 | Course Introduction and Application Information

    Course Name
    Radiotherapy
    Code
    Semester
    Theory
    (hour/week)
    Application/Lab
    (hour/week)
    Local Credits
    ECTS
    TGT 204
    Spring
    2
    0
    2
    3

    Prerequisites
    None
    Course Language
    Turkish
    Course Type
    Required
    Course Level
    Short Cycle
    Mode of Delivery Blended
    Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course Group Work
    Q&A
    Lecture / Presentation
    National Occupation Classification -
    Course Coordinator
    Course Lecturer(s) -
    Assistant(s) -
    Course Objectives The aim of this course is to learn the principles of basic radiation therapy physics, new radiotherapy techniques and application procedures of radiotherapy
    Learning Outcomes

    The students who succeeded in this course;

    • Define the aim of radiotherapy.
    • Define the procedures of radiotherapy applications.
    • Explain the radiation prevention principles in radiotherapy
    • Define the immobilization in radiotherapy.
    • Classify the new technology radiotherapy machines.
    Course Description This course covers that basic information about applications, treatments and devices in radiotherapy clinic.
    Related Sustainable Development Goals

     



    Course Category

    Core Courses
    Major Area Courses
    X
    Supportive Courses
    Media and Management Skills Courses
    Transferable Skill Courses

     

    WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

    Week Subjects Related Preparation
    1 Fundamental Principles of Radiotherapy Rıza Çetingöz, Temel ve Klinik Radyoterapi, Chapter 1
    2 Simulation in Radiotherapy and Simulator Systems Rıza Çetingöz, Temel ve Klinik Radyoterapi, Chapters 7 and 15
    3 Immobilization in Radiotherapy Rıza Çetingöz, Temel ve Klinik Radyoterapi, Chapters 2, 7 and 9
    4 Target Volume Definitions in Radiotherapy Rıza Çetingöz, Temel ve Klinik Radyoterapi, Chapters 7 and 9
    5 Linear Accelerators: Structure and Operating Principles Rıza Çetingöz, Temel ve Klinik Radyoterapi, Chapters 7 and 9
    6 Linear Accelerators: Treatment Applications and Beam-Shaping Systems Rıza Çetingöz, Temel ve Klinik Radyoterapi, Chapters 7 and 9
    7 Quiz and Review of Course Topics -
    8 Midterm Examination -
    9 Cobalt-60 Teletherapy Unit Rıza Çetingöz, Temel ve Klinik Radyoterapi, Chapters 7 and 10
    10 Brachytherapy Rıza Çetingöz, Temel ve Klinik Radyoterapi, Chapter 12
    11 Intensity-Modulated Radiotherapy and Stereotactic Radiotherapy Rıza Çetingöz, Temel ve Klinik Radyoterapi, Chapter 14
    12 Classification of Radiation Areas Mustafa Demir, Radyasyon Güvenliği ve Radyasyondan Korunma, pp. 81–96; lecture notes
    13 Radiation Accidents Encountered in Radiotherapy Mustafa Demir, Radyasyon Güvenliği ve Radyasyondan Korunma, pp. 53–60 and 135–149; lecture notes
    14 Radiotherapy Applications and Radiation Protection Mustafa Demir, Radyasyon Güvenliği ve Radyasyondan Korunma, pp. 53–96; James E. Martin, Radyasyon ve Radyasyondan Korunma Fiziği, pp. 367–424
    15 Review of Course Topics -
    16 Final Examination

     

    Course Notes/Textbooks
    1. Çetingöz, R. Temel ve Klinik Radyoterapi. 2013.
    2. Lecture notes provided by the instructor.
    Suggested Readings/Materials
    1. Altınok, AY., Altınok P. Radyoterapi Teknikerleri için Klinik Radyasyon Onkolojisi El Kitabı, 2019, ISBN : 9786053354291
    2. Beyzadeoğlu, M., & Ebruli, C. (Eds.). Temel Radyasyon Onkolojisi. Ankara: GATA Printing House, 2008.

     

    EVALUATION SYSTEM

    Semester Activities Number Weigthing
    Participation
    1
    5
    Laboratory / Application
    Field Work
    Quizzes / Studio Critiques
    1
    10
    Portfolio
    Homework / Assignments
    1
    20
    Presentation / Jury
    Project
    -
    -
    Seminar / Workshop
    Oral Exams
    Midterm
    1
    25
    Final Exam
    1
    40
    Total

    Weighting of Semester Activities on the Final Grade
    4
    60
    Weighting of End-of-Semester Activities on the Final Grade
    1
    40
    Total

    ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

    Semester Activities Number Duration (Hours) Workload
    Theoretical Course Hours
    (Including exam week: 16 x total hours)
    16
    2
    32
    Laboratory / Application Hours
    (Including exam week: '.16.' x total hours)
    16
    0
    Study Hours Out of Class
    1
    16
    16
    Field Work
    0
    Quizzes / Studio Critiques
    1
    -
    0
    Portfolio
    0
    Homework / Assignments
    2
    6
    12
    Presentation / Jury
    0
    Project
    -
    -
    0
    Seminar / Workshop
    0
    Oral Exam
    0
    Midterms
    1
    15
    15
    Final Exam
    1
    20
    20
        Total
    95

     

    COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

    #
    Program Competencies/Outcomes
    * Contribution Level
    1
    2
    3
    4
    5
    1

    To have the required contemporary theoretical and practical knowledge in his/her field.

    X
    -
    -
    -
    -
    2

    To use the material and technology related to his/her field, and make their maintenance, use the information and communication technologies at basic level.

    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    3

    To have the competency to recognize the problems in his/her field, analyze them, develop evidence-based solutions and have the ability to share their suggestions with others.

    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    4

    To be aware of legal responsibilities, conduct basic studies in her/his field independently.

    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    5

    To communicate with patients, relatives and colleagues properly, comprehensively, honestly and explicitly, transfer his/her thoughts and knowledge through written and oral communication.

    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    6

    To take responsibility as an active team member during the practices in his/her field.

    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    7

    To commentate and evaluate the scientific information with a critical approach by the help of knowledge gained in his/her field.

    -
    -
    X
    -
    -
    8

    To comprehend the importance of lifelong learning, to determine and meet her/his learning needs, to develop herself/himself by monitoring the development in science and technology.

    X
    -
    -
    -
    -
    9

    To act by considering the universal ethical values, social and cultural characteristics.

    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    10

    To know the concepts of occupational safety, patient safety, environmental protection and quality, and fulfill the requirements.

    X
    -
    -
    -
    -
    11

    To be able to follow information in his field and communicate with colleagues in English at least a level of European Language Portfolio A2 General Level.

    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    12

    Explains radiation protection and radiation safety rules for patients and staff in medical imaging units and takes necessary precautions accordingly.

    X
    -
    -
    -
    -
    13

    Is capable of using X-ray based imaging devices (such as CT, CR and DR systems, mammography, etc.) as well as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) devices in medical imaging units.

    -
    -
    -
    -
    -

    *1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest


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