Reference Dosimetry
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Distance
Description
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Type
Course
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Level
Advanced
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Duration
3 Days
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Start date
Different dates available
Have a good theoretical understanding of all aspects of reference dosimetry. Be familiar with the UK primary standards used in reference dosimetry and understand the current Codes of Practice for main radiotherapy modalities: kV X-rays, High-energy photons and Electrons.
Suitable for Junior radiotherapy physicists; would also benefit anyone wishing to refresh or expand their dosimetry knowledge.
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About this course
Primarily aimed at new/junior radiotherapy physicists or clinical scientists.
Also useful for more experienced personnel who wish to refresh or expand their dosimetry knowledge.
No prior knowledge of reference dosimetry is expected, although some familiarity with the relevant codes of practice would be advantageous.
Knowledge of basic statistical concepts is also expected, such as the calculation of mean and standard uncertainty of the mean.
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Subjects
- Reference dosimetry
- Dosimetry
- Radiotherapy physics
- Radiotherapy modalities
- MV Photon dosimetry
- Electron dosimetry
- Brachytherapy
- KV X-ray dosimetry
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Course programme
Introduction
This e-learning course on Reference Dosimetry can be taken at anytime.
Course Content
The e-learning course consists of 8 modules that cover:
- Quantities, units and radiation fundamentals
- An overview of dosimetry
- Maintenance and general care of instruments
- The evaluation of measurement uncertainty
- An overview of dosimetry at a primary standard laboratory and in a clinical setting for main radiotherapy modalities: brachytherapy, kVX-ray, MV photon and electron dosimetry.
Learning outcomes
- Develop a good fundamental understanding of all aspects of referene dosimetry for kV X-rays, photons, electrons and HDR brachytherapy sources n overview of dosimetry
- Be familiar with UK primary standards used in reference dosimetry
- Understand the current UK Codes of Practice for kV X-ray, high-energy photons and electrons, and their application
Reference Dosimetry - NPL Training
Reference Dosimetry