Radiation Therapy Radiography m RADIATION THERAPY COURSES - RADTHR 301. Introduction to Radiotherapy (1) S An overview of the profession of radiation therapy. 305. Therapeutic Cancer Biology (3) The epidemiology of cancer and cancer as a cellular disease. 310. Radiation Oncology I (2) S Radiation oncology including pathology of cancer and related options or combined therapy of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. 312. Radiation Oncology II (2) Su Radiation oncology including pathology of cancer and related options or combined therapy of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. 320. Applied Clinical Oncology (1) Su Physical aspects of equipment and preparation of the patient with respect to a specific treatment protocol. 322. Applied Clinical Oncology II (1) A Physical aspects of equipment and preparation of the patient with respect to a specific treatment protocol. 330. Introduction to Radiation Therapy Physics (2) Su Radiation physics, dosimetry, isodose distribution and beam modifying devices. 332. Radiation Therapy Physics (2) W Isotope and electrically-produced treatment modalities and dosage considerations. 335. Basic Radiotherapeutic Calculations (1) Su Basic quantities and concepts in radiotherapeutic dosimetry. 340. Introduction to Treatment Planning (2) Su Current aspects of the anatomical and physical consideration involved in planning and delivery of the therapy prescription. 372. Clinical Education I (4) Su Clinical Education designed to facilitate transference of didactic instruction to practical clinical practice. 374. Clinical Education II (4) A Clinical Education designed to facilitate transference of didactic instruction to practical clinical practice. 380. Special Applications (2) S Nuclide implants, brachytherapy and hypothermia. 410. Radiation Oncology III (2) A Continuation of Radthr 312. Pathology of cancer and related option of combined therapy or surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. 412. Radiation Oncology IV (2) W Continuation of Radthr 410. Pathology of cancer and related option of combined therapy or surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. 420. Applied Clinical Oncology III (1) W Continuation of Radthr 322. Familiarization with the clinical aspects of therapy equipment and physical preparation of the patient. 422. Applied Clinical Oncology IV (1) 5 Continuation of Radthr 420. Clinical aspects of equipment and physical preparation of the patient with respect to the clinical study. 430. Quality Assurance (4) Establishment of a quality assurance program. 440. Advanced Treatment Planning (2) W Prescription interpretation, isodose curve printouts and treatment set-up reproducability. 472. Clinical Education III (4) W Clinical Education designed to facilitate transference of didactic instruction to practical clinical practice. 474. Clinical Education IV (4) S Clinical Education designed to facilitate transference of didactic instruction to practical clinical practice. 491. Comprehensive Review (1-4) S Comprehensive review in preparation for the certification examination. PROGRAM: RADIOGRAPHY-ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE Description The Radiography program at Weber State is the only college- based radiography program in the state of Utah. The program is accredited by the American Medical Association and is affiliated with the following hospitals: Alta View, Brigham City Community Hospital, Dixie Medical Center, Humana Davis North, L.D.S., Lakeview, Logan, McKay-Dee, Mountain View, St. Benedict's and Sevier Valley. The training is provided in an integrated manner through the utilization of on campus x-ray rooms, darkrooms, a radiation physics laboratory, and clinical experience in Radiology departments of the affiliated hospitals. During the course of the program, anatomy, radiographic procedures, and positioning are taught. The student will participate in clinical education within the affliate hospitals throughout the program. Education The program is 27 months in length beginning in the fall of the first year and continues through the summer of both years. The student qualifies for an associate of applied science degree upon completion of the required course work. Upper division courses included in the program may be applied toward a baccalaureate degree. Admission Process (1) Declare major as Radiologic Technology; (2) apply for acceptance to the Radiography program (this is in addition to the Weber State admission application); (3) present a satisfactory high school and/or college achievement record (overall 2.0 grade point average); (4) complete the two quarters of prerequisite courses achieving at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA. The above procedure must be completed prior to December 1st of each year. Student selection is made during mid-Winter Quarter. General Requirements: • Requirements for General Education (see index). • An overall GPA of 2.0 or C is required. Specific Requirements: • Prerequisite courses: Engl 111 (4) and 112 (4); Commun HU105 (3), Psych SS101 (5) or SS154 (3), **Math 96 (5) or 105 (5); Biomedical core or acceptable equivalent requirements: *Hthsci 111 (5), 112 (5), 113 (5). • Support courses required: Hthsci PD120 (3), 230 (4), CIS PD 170 (4). • Radiology courses required: Radtec 102 (1), 104 (1), 130 (2), 135 (1), 150 (2), 151 (2), 153 (2), 154 (2), 155 (2), 156 (3), 160 (1), 162 (1), 164 (1), 166 (1), 168 (1), 240 (2), 260 (3), 270 (4), 271 (4), 272 (4), 273 (4), 274 (4), 275 (4 ), 283 (1-6), 291 (1-4), 299 (1), 300 (4), 310 (3), 340 (4), 342 (3), 360 (4), 361(4), 370(1-6). • Acceptable equivalent: Zool NS201 (5), 202 (4), Phsx NS101 (5), Chem NS 101 (5), and Micro NS111 (5). **Applied Algebra, Math 105 (5). PROGRAM: ADVANCED RADIOGRAPHY Description The Advanced Radiography program is designed to fill the continuing education needs of registered technologists and to provide a career ladder concept for those who wish to obtain a bachelor of science in Allied Health Sciences. Education Courses are designed to prepare the student in special imaging modalities and/or for technical management or educational positions. This preparation will allow vertical and lateral career mobility for the student. Admission Process (1) Be a graduate of an accredited Radiography program. (2) Maintain a minimum 2.00 (C) GPA. (3) Obtain consent of program director. (4) Submit a curriculum contract with courses outlined to the program director for approval. REQUIRED COURSES - MAJOR EMPHASIS: Radtec 300 (4), 310 (3), 325 (4), 330 (3), 331 (3), 340 (4), 342 (3), 440 (4), plus course work in one of the following options: Advanced Radiography: Radtec 320 (4), 321 (4), 322 (4), 360 (4), 361 (4), 430 (3), 450 (5), 470 (1-6), 480 (1-9), 483 (1-9), 499 (1-6). Special Procedures Option: Radtec 321 (4), 360 (4), 361 (4), 430 (3), 470 (1-6), 483 (1-9), 499 (1-6). Clinical Supervision Option: Radtec 320 (4), 321 (4), 322 (4), 470 (1-9), 480 (1-6), 483 (1-9), 499 (1-6). REQUIRED COURSES - MINOR EMPHASIS: Advanced Radiography: Radtec 300 (4), 310 (3), 325 (4), 340(4), 342 (3), 431(4). Special Procedures Option: Radtec 310 (3), 325 (4), 342 (3), 360 (4), 361 (4), 470 (1-6). Clinical Supervision Option: Radtec 310 (3), 320 (4), 321 (4), 322 (4), 340 (4), 342 (3). RADIOGRAPHY COURSES-RADTEC 102. Introduction to Radiologic Technology (1) S Orientation, elementary radiation protection, medical terminology and administration specific to the Department of Radiology. One lecture a week. 104. Aseptic Technique (2) S Principles of aseptic technique for radiologic work. One lecture- demonstration per week. 130. Radiological Physics (2) S Theory of circuit of x-ray machines and x-ray production; filtering of x-ray beam for diagnostic radiology and laboratory experiments utilizing x-ray teaching machines. 135. Darkroom Procedures (1) Su Demonstration and practice in handling, care, processing and storage of radiographic film. 150. Radiographic Anatomy and Positioning - Respiratory System and Abdominal Organs (2) 5 Two one-hour lecture-laboratories a week. 70 71