Radiation Therapy

The radiation therapy program is one of the most established and respected programs within the radiation therapy discipline. It is a computer-based program in which radiation therapy theory and practice receive equal emphasis as applied to both financial and managerial radiation therapy issues. It intends to support the career objectives of those looking to enter the job market upon graduation, as well as the academic needs of those looking to pursue advanced degrees. Required course work covers areas critical to success in today's radiation therapy workplace:

• Technical radiation therapy knowledge
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Career-related computer literacy
• A laptop computer is recommended, but not required, for students entering the radiation therapy program.

Courses

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
RATH 2301	Princ & Practice of Radiation Therapy I	4
RATH 2302	Princ & Practice of Radiation Therapy II	4
RATH 2303	Princ & Practice Radiation Therapy III	4
RATH 2310	Radiation Therapy Physics	3
RATH 2311	Radiation Biology and Protection	4
RATH 2312	Quality Management in Radiation Therapy	3
RATH 2321	Cross-Sectional Anatomy	2
RATH 2322	Pathophysiology for Radiation Therapy	3
RATH 2323	Operational Issues in Radiation Therapy	3
RATH 2331	Clinical Practice I	3
RATH 2332	Clinical Practice II	3
RATH 2333	Clinical Practice III	3
RATH 2351	Principles of Proton Therapy	8
RATH 2352	Proton Therapy Lab Practicum	5
RATH 2353	Clinical Experience in Proton Therapy	3