Class Lab Clinical Credit
RADIATION THERAPY
Effective Term – Summer 2006 [2006*02] – CRC 03/22/06
RTT 120 Rad Therapy Positioning 2 2 0 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform basic treatment and simulation procedures.
Emphasis is placed on proper patient positioning for simulation and treatment. Upon completion, students should be
able to demonstrate competence in these areas.
Effective Term – Spring 2007 [2007*01] – CRC 09/20/06
RTT 121 Special Imaging 2 0 0 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces special imaging modalities including computed tomography and magnetic resonance
imaging. Emphasis is placed on the comparison of computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging for the
visualization of various neoplasms. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proper utilization of
special imaging modalities relative to radiation treatment planning.
Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 121 Special Imaging 2 0 0 2
Prerequisites: RAD 121 and RTT 151
Corequisites: None
This course introduces special imaging modalities including computed tomography and magnetic resonance
imaging. Emphasis is placed on the comparison of computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging for the
visualization of various neoplasms. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proper utilization of
special imaging modalities relative to radiation treatment planning.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 121 Special Imaging 2 0 0 2
Prerequisites: RAD 121 and RTT 151
Corequisites: RTT 161
This course introduces special imaging modalities including computed tomography and magnetic resonance
imaging. Emphasis is placed on the comparison of computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging for the
visualization of various neoplasms. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proper utilization of
special imaging modalities relative to radiation treatment planning.
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Effective Term – Summer 2006 [2006*02] – CRC 03/22/06
RTT 150 Rad Therapy Orientation 3 0 0 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the operations of radiation therapy departments. Emphasis is placed on patient care in the
clinical setting, familiarization with therapy equipment and the role of the radiation therapist. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the roles of a radiation therapist.
Effective Term – Spring 2007 [2007*01] – CRC 03/22/06
RTT 151 RTT Clinical Ed I 0 0 15 5
Prerequisites: RTT 120
Corequisites: None
This course provides the opportunity to become proficient in basic procedures and gain experience in advanced
areas. Emphasis is placed on treatment skills with an introduction to simulation. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 151 RTT Clinical Ed II 0 0 9 3
Prerequisites: RAD 110, RAD 111, and RAD 151
Corequisites: None
This course provides additional experience in patient management and in the more complex radiographic
procedures. Emphasis is placed on mastering positioning of the spine, pelvis, head and neck, and thorax and
adapting procedures to meet patient variations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful
completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 151 RTT Clinical Ed II 0 0 9 3
Prerequisites: RAD 110, RAD 111, and RAD 151
Corequisites: RAD 121
This course provides additional experience in patient management and in the more complex radiographic
procedures. Emphasis is placed on mastering positioning of the spine, pelvis, head and neck, and thorax and
adapting procedures to meet patient variations. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful
completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Spring 2007 [2007*01] – CRC 03/22/06
RTT 161 RTT Clinical Ed II 0 0 9 3
Prerequisites: RTT 151
Corequisites: None
This course provides additional experience in treatment and simulation. Emphasis is placed on refining patient
positioning skills in both treatment and simulation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
successful completion of clinical objectives.
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Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 161 RTT Clinical Ed III 0 0 6 2
Prerequisites: RAD 121 and RTT 151
Corequisites: None
This course provides the opportunity to become proficient in basic procedures and gain experience in advanced
areas. Emphasis is placed on special imaging areas to include computed tomography and magnetic resonance
imaging with an introduction to radiation therapy. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
successful completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 161 RTT Clinical Ed III 0 0 6 2
Prerequisites: RAD 121 and RTT 151
Corequisites: RTT 121
This course provides the opportunity to become proficient in basic procedures and gain experience in advanced
areas. Emphasis is placed on special imaging areas to include computed tomography and magnetic resonance
imaging with an introduction to radiation therapy. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate
successful completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 210 Radiobiology 2 0 0 2
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: None
This course focuses on the biological effects of ionizing radiation, tissue sensitivity, and tissue response to radiation.
Emphasis is placed on methods of radiation protection applicable to tumor localization and treatment delivery.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the effects of ionizing radiation on the
body.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 210 Radiobiology 2 0 0 2
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: RTT 220, RTT 221, RTT 230 or RTT 233,
and RTT 238 or RTT 240
This course focuses on the biological effects of ionizing radiation, tissue sensitivity, and tissue response to radiation.
Emphasis is placed on methods of radiation protection applicable to tumor localization and treatment delivery.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the effects of ionizing radiation on the
body.
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Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 220 Rad Therapy Orientation 2 0 0 2
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the operations of radiation therapy departments. Emphasis is placed on patient care in the
clinical setting, familiarization with therapy equipment, and the role of the radiation therapist. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the roles of a radiation therapist.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 220 Rad Therapy Orientation 2 0 0 2
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: RTT 210, RTT 221, RTT 230 or RTT 233, and RTT 238 or RTT 240
This course introduces the operations of radiation therapy departments. Emphasis is placed on patient care in the
clinical setting, familiarization with therapy equipment, and the role of the radiation therapist. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the roles of a radiation therapist.
Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 221 Clinical Oncology I 3 0 0 3
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the principles of carcinogenesis and neoplasia. Emphasis is placed on cancer development in
relation to specific anatomical sites. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize factors related to cancer
development and state treatment options for each anatomical site included.
Effective Term – Spring 2003 [2003*01] – CRC 04/17/02
RTT 221 Clinical Oncology I 3 0 0 3
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: RTT 210, or RTT 220, or RTT 230 or RTT 233,
and RTT 238 or RTT 240
This course introduces the principles of carcinogenesis and neoplasia. Emphasis is placed on cancer development in
relation to specific anatomical sites. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize factors related to cancer
development and state treatment options for each anatomical site included.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 221 Clinical Oncology I 2 0 0 2
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: RTT 210, or RTT 220, or RTT 230 or RTT 233,
and RTT 238 or RTT 240
This course introduces the principles of carcinogenesis and neoplasia. Emphasis is placed on cancer development in
relation to specific anatomical sites. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize factors related to cancer
development and state treatment options for each anatomical site included.
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Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 222 Clinical Oncology II 3 0 0 3
Prerequisites: RTT 221
Corequisites: None
This course continues the study of neoplasia in relation to specific anatomical systems. Emphasis is placed on
cancer development in relation to specific anatomical sites. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize
factors related to cancer development and state treatment options for each anatomical site included.
Effective Term – Spring 2003 [2003*01] – CRC 04/17/02
RTT 222 Clinical Oncology II 3 0 0 3
Prerequisites: RTT 238 or RTT 240
Corequisites: BIO 271 and RTT 231, or RTT 239, or RTT 241, or RTT 243,
or RTT 244
This course continues the study of neoplasia in relation to specific anatomical systems. Emphasis is placed on
cancer development in relation to specific anatomical sites. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize
factors related to cancer development and state treatment options for each anatomical site included.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 222 Clinical Oncology II 2 0 0 2
Prerequisites: RTT 238 or RTT 240
Corequisites: BIO 271 and RTT 231, or RTT 239, or RTT 241, or RTT 243,
or RTT 244
This course continues the study of neoplasia in relation to specific anatomical systems. Emphasis is placed on
cancer development in relation to specific anatomical sites. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize
factors related to cancer development and state treatment options for each anatomical site included.
Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 230 General RAD THRY Physics 3 0 0 3
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: None
This course introduces the fundamental principles of physics as they relate to radiation therapy. Topics include the
structure of the atom, matter and energy, definitions of the nature of radiation, radioactivity, and interactions with
matter. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of physics and how it
relates to radiation therapy.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 230 Rad Therapy Physics 3 0 0 3
Prerequisites: RTT 121
Corequisites: RTT 210, RTT 220, RTT 221, and RTT 238 or RTT 240
This course provides a study of the interaction of radiation with matter. Emphasis is placed on atomic interactions
and dose measurement techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of
radiation interactions and dose measurement procedures as they apply to radiation safety.
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Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 231 Dosimetry 3 0 0 3
Prerequisites: RTT 230 or RTT 233
Corequisites: None
This course is a study of clinical dosimetry and treatment planning. Emphasis is placed on treatment planning
techniques and beam arrangements. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of
dosimetry procedures used to treat various neoplasms.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 231 Dosimetry 3 0 0 3
Prerequisites: RTT 238 or RTT 240
Corequisites: RTT 222 and RTT 239, RTT 241, RTT 243, or RTT 244
This course is a study of clinical dosimetry and treatment planning. Emphasis is placed on treatment planning
techniques and beam arrangements. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of
dosimetry procedures used to treat various neoplasms.
Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 232 Rad Therapy Procedures 2 0 0 2
Prerequisites: RTT 222, RTT 231 or RTT 234, and RTT 239,
RTT 241, RTT 243, or RTT 244
Corequisites: None
This course covers routine and new techniques in simulation and treatment procedures. Emphasis is placed on
treatment choices relative to the tumor site and modality selected. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate an understanding of basic and advanced treatment procedures.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 232 Rad Therapy Procedures 2 0 0 2
Prerequisites: RTT 222, RTT 231 or RTT 234, and RTT 239,
RTT 241, RTT 243, or RTT 244
Corequisites: RTT 246
This course covers routine and new techniques in simulation and treatment procedures. Emphasis is placed on
treatment choices relative to the tumor site and modality selected. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate an understanding of basic and advanced treatment procedures.
Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 233 Rad Therapy Physics 2 0 0 2
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: None
This course provides a study of the interaction of radiation with matter. Emphasis is placed on atomic interactions
and dose measurement techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of
radiation interactions and dose measurement procedures as they apply to radiation safety.
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Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 233 Rad Therapy Physics 2 0 0 2
Prerequisites: RTT 121 and RTT 161
Corequisites: RTT 210, RTT 220, RTT 221, and RTT 238 or RTT 240
This course provides a study of the interaction of radiation with matter. Emphasis is placed on atomic interactions
and dose measurement techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of
radiation interactions and dose measurement procedures as they apply to radiation safety.
Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 234 Clinical Dosimetry 1 3 0 2
Prerequisites: RTT 230 or RTT 233
Corequisites: None
This course is a study of clinical dosimetry and treatment planning. Emphasis is placed on treatment planning
techniques and beam arrangements. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of
dosimetry procedures used to treat various neoplasms.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 234 Clinical Dosimetry 1 3 0 2
Prerequisites: RTT 230 or RTT 233
Corequisites: RTT 222 and RTT 239, RTT 241, RTT 243, or RTT 244
This course is a study of clinical dosimetry and treatment planning. Emphasis is placed on treatment planning
techniques and beam arrangements. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of
dosimetry procedures used to treat various neoplasms.
Effective Term – Spring 2007 [2007*01] – CRC 03/22/06
RTT 238 RTT Clinical Ed III 0 2 15 6
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: None
This course provides clinical experience in the use of equipment and patient positioning in both simulation and
delivery of radiation therapy treatments. Emphasis is placed on the varied aspects of the radiation therapy
department and patient progression through evaluation, treatment, and follow-up. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 238 RTT Clinical Ed IV 0 2 15 6
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: None
This course provides clinical experience in the use of equipment and patient positioning in both simulation and
delivery of radiation therapy treatments. Emphasis is placed on the varied aspects of the radiation therapy
department and patient progression through evaluation, treatment, and follow-up. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
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Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 238 RTT Clinical Ed IV 0 2 15 6
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: RTT 210, RTT 220, RTT 221, and RTT 230 or RTT 233
This course provides clinical experience in the use of equipment and patient positioning in both simulation and
delivery of radiation therapy treatments. Emphasis is placed on the varied aspects of the radiation therapy
department and patient progression through evaluation, treatment, and follow-up. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Spring 2007 [2007*01] – CRC 03/22/06
RTT 239 RTT Clinical Ed IV 0 2 18 7
Prerequisites: RTT 238 or RTT 240
Corequisites: None
This course provides additional experience in patient management. Emphasis is placed on the development and
refinement of technical skills within the radiation therapy department. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate successful completion of objectives.
Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 239 RTT Clinical Ed V 0 2 18 7
Prerequisites: RTT 238 or RTT 240
Corequisites: None
This course provides additional experience in patient management. Emphasis is placed on the development and
refinement of technical skills within the radiation therapy department. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate successful completion of objectives.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 239 RTT Clinical Ed V 0 2 18 7
Prerequisites: RTT 210, RTT 220, RTT 221, and RTT 230 or RTT 233
Corequisites: RTT 222 and RTT 231 or RTT 234
This course provides additional experience in patient management. Emphasis is placed on the development and
refinement of technical skills within the radiation therapy department. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate successful completion of objectives.
Effective Term – Spring 2007 [2007*01] – CRC 03/22/06
RTT 240 RTT Clinical Ed III 0 0 18 6
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: None
This course provides clinical experience in the use of equipment and patient positioning in both simulation and
delivery of radiation therapy treatments. Emphasis is placed on the varied aspects of the radiation therapy
department and patient progression through evaluation, treatment, and follow-up. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
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Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 240 RTT Clinical Ed IV 0 0 18 6
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: None
This course provides clinical experience in the use of equipment and patient positioning in both simulation and
delivery of radiation therapy treatments. Emphasis is placed on the varied aspects of the radiation therapy
department and patient progression through evaluation, treatment, and follow-up. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 240 RTT Clinical Ed IV 0 0 18 6
Prerequisites: RTT 161
Corequisites: RTT 210, RTT 220, RTT 221, and RTT 230
or RTT 233
This course provides clinical experience in the use of equipment and patient positioning in both simulation and
delivery of radiation therapy treatments. Emphasis is placed on the varied aspects of the radiation therapy
department and patient progression through evaluation, treatment, and follow-up. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Spring 2007 [2007*01] – CRC 03/22/06
RTT 241 RTT Clinical Ed IV 0 0 21 7
Prerequisites: RTT 238 or RTT 240
Corequisites: None
This course provides additional experience in patient management. Emphasis is placed on the development and
refinement of technical skills within the radiation therapy department. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 241 RTT Clinical Ed V 0 0 21 7
Prerequisites: RTT 238 or RTT 240
Corequisites: None
This course provides additional experience in patient management. Emphasis is placed on the development and
refinement of technical skills within the radiation therapy department. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 241 RTT Clinical Ed V 0 0 21 7
Prerequisites: RTT 210, RTT 220, RTT 221, and RTT 230 or RTT 233
Corequisites: RTT 222 and RTT 231 or RTT 234
This course provides additional experience in patient management. Emphasis is placed on the development and
refinement of technical skills within the radiation therapy department. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
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Effective Term – Spring 2007 [2007*01] – CRC 03/22/06
RTT 243 RTT Clinical Ed IV 0 0 18 6
Prerequisites: RTT 238 or RTT 240
Corequisites: None
This course provides additional experience in patient management. Emphasis is placed on the development and
refinement of technical skills within the radiation therapy department. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 243 RTT Clinical Ed V 0 0 18 6
Prerequisites: RTT 238 or RTT 240
Corequisites: None
This course provides additional experience in patient management. Emphasis is placed on the development and
refinement of technical skills within the radiation therapy department. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 243 RTT Clinical Ed V 0 0 18 6
Prerequisites: RTT 210, RTT 220, RTT 221, and RTT 230 or RTT 233
Corequisites: RTT 222 and RTT 231 or RTT 234
This course provides additional experience in patient management. Emphasis is placed on the development and
refinement of technical skills within the radiation therapy department. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Spring 2007 [2007*01] – CRC 03/22/06
RTT 244 RTT Clinical Ed IV 0 2 15 6
Prerequisites: RTT 238 or RTT 240
Corequisites: None
This course provides additional experience in patient management. Emphasis is placed on the development and
refinement of technical skills within the radiation therapy department. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 244 RTT Clinical Ed V 0 2 15 6
Prerequisites: RTT 238 or RTT 240
Corequisites: None
This course provides additional experience in patient management. Emphasis is placed on the development and
refinement of technical skills within the radiation therapy department. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
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Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 244 RTT Clinical Ed V 0 2 15 6
Prerequisites: RTT 210, RTT 220, RTT 221, and RTT 230 or RTT 233
Corequisites: RTT 222 and RTT 231 or RTT 234
This course provides additional experience in patient management. Emphasis is placed on the development and
refinement of technical skills within the radiation therapy department. Upon completion, students should be able to
demonstrate successful completion of clinical objectives.
Effective Term – Spring 2007 [2007*01] – CRC 03/22/06
RTT 246 RTT Clinical Ed V 0 0 18 6
Prerequisites: RTT 239, RTT 241, RTT 243, or RTT 244
Corequisites: None
This course promotes clinical practice on a more independent level of performance. Emphasis is placed on the
utilization of equipment, patient care techniques, and treatment considerations for more complicated radiation
therapy procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical
objectives.
Effective Term – Fall 2005 [2005*03] – CRC 03/09/05
RTT 246 RTT Clinical Ed VI 0 0 18 6
Prerequisites: RTT 239, RTT 241, RTT 243, or RTT 244
Corequisites: None
This course promotes clinical practice on a more independent level of performance. Emphasis is placed on the
utilization of equipment, patient care techniques, and treatment considerations for more complicated radiation
therapy procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical
objectives.
Effective Term – Summer 1997 [1997*02]
RTT 246 RTT Clinical Ed VI 0 0 18 6
Prerequisites: RTT 239, RTT 241, RTT 243, or RTT 244
Corequisites: RTT 232
This course promotes clinical practice on a more independent level of performance. Emphasis is placed on the
utilization of equipment, patient care techniques, and treatment considerations for more complicated radiation
therapy procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate successful completion of clinical
objectives.
See the SEL and SEM prefixes for generic Selected Topics and Seminar course descriptions.
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