Professional master’s degree Radiophysics
Radiophysics applied to Engineering is a multidisciplinary field, using the principles of Physics to understand, develop and apply technologies related to electromagnetic waves in this field. This branch of Engineering is immersed in the understanding of phenomena such as propagation, modulation and reception of radioelectric signals, ranging from electromagnetic theory to practical implementation in various areas, especially in medicine. For this reason, TECH presents this university program, which will train engineers in the development of the most advanced and innovative technology for the use of radiation. This program has a 100% online format, giving graduates the opportunity to expand their skills in an agile and adaptable way to their schedules.
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12 months
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60 ECTS
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The world's largest faculty of engineering”

Why study at TECH?

Thanks to this Professional master’s degree you will design more efficient and robust systems, contributing significantly to the technological and scientific advancement of society"

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Radiophysics in Engineering seeks to optimize and improve the efficiency of various systems, such as medical imaging equipment, taking advantage of physical fundamentals to innovate in the creation and improvement of technologies that have a direct impact on the daily life of the community. This branch of Physics specializes in the analysis of the properties of electromagnetic waves and their interaction with matter, with the purpose of designing efficient devices and systems in areas such as medicine.

TECH presents this Professional master’s degree in Radiophysics, a comprehensive program that will analyze in depth the uses and fundamental principles of radiation in the field of Engineering. This program will immerse graduates in the detailed examination of the most advanced techniques for measuring radiation, including the thorough study of detectors, measurement units and calibration methods.

In addition to focusing on Radiobiology and its impact on biological tissues, this academic program will cover physical principles and clinical dosimetry, as well as the application of more advanced methods, such as Proton Therapy. Likewise, techniques such as Intraoperative Radiotherapy and Brachytherapy will be mastered, exploring their physical basis and relevance in various environments.

Likewise, the engineers will delve into the case of Radiophysical technology applied to diagnostic imaging, offering an exhaustive understanding of the physics behind medical images, a variety of imaging techniques and even dosimetry in radiodiagnosis. Likewise, fields such as magnetic resonance and ultrasound, which dispense with ionizing radiation, will be included. Finally, special emphasis will be placed on the development of safety measures, regulations and safe practices.

TECH has created a comprehensive program based on the revolutionary Relearningmethodology, focused on reinforcing key concepts to ensure a deep understanding of the content. In addition, graduates will only require an electronic device with an Internet connection to access all available resources.

As a Radiophysics specialist, you will optimize sensor performance and the quality of medical images. Enroll now!”  

This Professional master’s degree in Radiophysics contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. Its most notable features are:

  • The development of practical cases presented by experts in Radiophysics
  • The graphic, schematic and practical contents of the book provide scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
  • Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
  • Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies 
  • Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
  • Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will make use of the propagation, modulation and reception of electromagnetic waves for the quality of medical images, promoting higher quality diagnoses and treatments"  

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

With this 100% online program, you will effectively apply electromagnetic phenomena to the development of advanced systems and technologies"

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You will combine your in-depth knowledge of physics with technical skills to design and optimize systems that revolutionize fields such as medicine"

Syllabus

The structure of this Professional master’s degree will encompass a perfect combination of solid theoretical foundations and innovative practical applications. From specialized modules in electromagnetic wave propagation, each component of the program is designed to cultivate elite technical skills and foster critical thinking in solving complex problems. In addition, the content will incorporate emerging topics, such as medical radiation and technological applications in diverse areas, ensuring that graduates are equipped to lead at the very frontier of innovation.

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TECH offers you this Professional master’s degree as a unique educational experience, which will prepare you to transform the technological landscape with vision and mastery" 

Module 1. Interaction of Ionizing Radiation with Matter  

1.1. Ionizing Radiation-Matter Interaction 

1.1.1. Ionizing Radiation
1.1.2. Collisions
1.1.3. Braking Power and Range

1.2. Charged Particle-Matter Interaction  

1.2.1. Fluorescent Radiation

1.2.1.1. Characteristic Radiation or X-rays
1.2.1.2. Auger Electrons

1.2.2. Braking Radiation
1.2.3. Spectrum Upon Collision of Electrons with a High Z Material
1.2.4. Electron-Positron Annihilation

1.3. Photon-Matter Interaction  

1.3.1. Attenuation 
1.3.2. Hemireductive Layer 
1.3.3. Photoelectric Effect
1.3.4. Compton Effect
1.3.5. Pair Creation
1.3.6. Predominant Effect According to Energy
1.3.7. Imaging in Radiology

1.4. Radiation Dosimetry

1.4.1. Equilibrium of Charged Particles
1.4.2. Bragg-Gray Cavity Theory
1.4.3. Spencer-Attix Theory
1.4.4. Absorbed Dose in Air

1.5. Radiation Dosimetry Quantities

1.5.1. Dosimetric Quantities
1.5.2. Radiation Protection Quantities
1.5.3. Radiation Weighting Factors
1.5.4. Weighting Factors of the Organs According to Radiosensitivity

1.6. Detectors for the Measurement of Ionizing Radiation 

1.6.1. Ionization of Gases
1.6.2. Excitation of Luminescence in Solids
1.6.3. Dissociation of Matter
1.6.4. Detectors in the Hospital Environment

1.7. Ionizing Radiation Dosimetry 

1.7.1. Environmental Dosimetry
1.7.2. Area Dosimetry
1.7.3. Personal Dosimetry

1.8. Thermoluminescence Dosimeters

1.8.1. Thermoluminescence Dosimeters 
1.8.2. Dosimeter Calibration
1.8.3. Calibration at the National Dosimetry Center

1.9. Physics of Radiation Measurement

1.9.1. Value of a Quantity
1.9.2. Accuracy
1.9.3. Precision
1.9.4. Repeatability
1.9.5. Reproducibility
1.9.6. Traceability
1.9.7. Quality in Measurement
1.9.8. Quality Control of an Ionization Chamber

1.10. Uncertainty in Radiation Measurement 

1.10.1. Measurement Uncertainty 
1.10.2. Tolerance and Action Level
1.10.3. Type A Uncertainty
1.10.4. Type B Uncertainty

Module 2. Radiobiology

2.1. Interaction of Radiation with Organic Tissues

2.1.1. Interaction of Radiation with Tissues
2.1.2. Interaction of Radiation with the Cell 
2.1.3. Physicochemical Response 

2.2. Effects of Ionizing Radiation on DNA 

2.2.1. Structure of DNA
2.2.2. Radiation-Induced Damage
2.2.3. Damage Repair

2.3. Radiation Effects on Organic Tissues

2.3.1. Effects on the Cell Cycle
2.3.2. Irradiation Syndromes 
2.3.3. Aberrations and Mutations   

2.4. Mathematical Models of Cell Survival

2.4.1. Mathematical Models of Cell Survival
2.4.2. Alpha-Beta Model
2.4.3. Effect of Fractionation

2.5. Efficacy of Ionizing Radiation on Organic Tissues

2.5.1. Relative Biological Efficacy 
2.5.2. Factors Altering Radiosensitivity
2.5.3. LET and Oxygen Effect

2.6. Biological Aspects According to the Dose of Ionizing Radiations

2.6.1. Radiobiology at Low Doses
2.6.2. Radiobiology at High Doses
2.6.3. Systemic Response to Radiation 

2.7. Estimation of the Risk of Ionizing Radiation Exposure

2.7.1. Stochastic and Random Effects
2.7.2. Risk Estimation
2.7.3. ICRP Dose Limits

2.8. Radiobiology in Medical Exposures in Radiotherapy

2.8.1. Isoeffect
2.8.2. Proliferation Effect
2.8.3. Dose-Response 

2.9. Radiobiology in Medical Exposures in Other Medical Exposures

2.9.1. Brachytherapy
2.9.2. Radiodiagnostics
2.9.3. Nuclear Medicine 

2.10. Statistical Models in Cell Survival

2.10.1. Statistical Models
2.10.2. Survival Analysis
2.10.3. Epidemiological Studies

Module 3. External Radiotherapy. Physical dosimetry

3.1. Linear Electron Accelerator. Equipment in External Radiotherapy

3.1.1. Linear Electron Accelerator (LEA)
3.1.2. External Radiotherapy Treatment Planner (TPS)
3.1.3. Registration and Verification Systems
3.1.4. Special Techniques 
3.1.5. Hadrontherapy

3.2. Simulation and Localization Equipment in External Radiotherapy 

3.2.1. Conventional Simulator
3.2.2. Computed Tomography (CT) Simulation
3.2.3. Other Image Modalities

3.3. Equipment in Image-Guided External Radiation Therapy 

3.3.1. Simulation Equipment
3.3.2. Image-Guided Radiotherapy Equipment. CBCT
3.3.3. Image-Guided Radiotherapy Equipment. Planar Image
3.3.4. Auxiliary Localization Systems

3.4. Photon Beams in Physical Dosimetry

3.4.1. Measurement Equipment
3.4.2. Calibration Protocols 
3.4.3. Calibration of Photon Beams
3.4.4. Relative Dosimetry of Photon Beams

3.5. Electron Beams in Physical Dosimetry

3.5.1. Measurement Equipment
3.5.2. Calibration Protocols 
3.5.3. Electron Beam Calibration
3.5.4. Relative Electron Beam Dosimetry

3.6. Commissioning of External Radiation Therapy Equipment

3.6.1. Installation of External Radiotherapy Equipment 
3.6.2. Acceptance of External Radiotherapy Equipment
3.6.3. Initial Reference State (ERI)
3.6.4. Clinical Use of External Radiation Therapy Equipment
3.6.5. Treatment Planning System

3.7. Quality Control of External Radiation Therapy Equipment

3.7.1. Quality Control in Linear Accelerators
3.7.2. Quality Controls on IGRT Equipment
3.7.3. Quality Controls on Simulation Systems
3.7.4. Special Techniques

3.8. Quality Control of Radiation Measuring Equipment 

3.8.1. Dosimetry
3.8.2. Measurement Instrumentation
3.8.3. Dummies Used

3.9. Application of Risk Analysis Systems in External Radiation Therapy 

3.9.1. Risk Analysis Systems
3.9.2. Error Reporting Systems
3.9.3. Process Maps

3.10. Quality Assurance Program in Physical Dosimetry

3.10.1. Responsibilities 
3.10.2. Requirements in External Radiation Therapy
3.10.3. Quality Assurance Program. Clinical and Physical Aspects
3.10.4. Maintenance of the Quality Assurance Program

Module 4. External Radiotherapy. Clinical Dosimetry

4.1. Clinical Dosimetry in External Radiotherapy

4.1.1. Clinical Dosimetry in External Radiotherapy
4.1.2. Treatments in External Radiatherapy
4.1.3. Beam Modifying Elements

4.2. Stages of Clinical Dosimetry of External Radiotherapy

4.2.1. Simulation Stage
4.2.2. Treatment Planning
4.2.3. Treatment Verification
4.2.4. Linear Electron Accelerator Treatment

4.3. Treatment Planning Systems in External Radiotherapy

4.3.1. Modeling in Planning Systems
4.3.2. Calculation Algorithms
4.3.3. Utilities of Planning Systems
4.3.4. Image Tools of the Planning Systems

4.4. Quality Control of Planning Systems in External Radiotherapy

4.4.1. Quality Control of Planning Systems in External Radiotherapy
4.4.2. Initial Reference State
4.4.3. Periodic Controls

4.5. Manual Calculation of Monitor Units (MUs)  

4.5.1. Manual Control of MUs
4.5.2. Factors Intervening in the Dose Distribution
4.5.3. Practical Example of Calculation of UMs 

4.6. Conformal 3D Radiotherapy Treatments 

4.6.1. 3D Radiotherapy (RT3D)
4.6.2. RT3D Treatments with Photon Beams 
4.6.3. RT3D Treatments with Electron Beams

4.7. Advanced Intensity Modulated Treatments

4.7.1. Intensity Modulated Treatments
4.7.2. Optimization 
4.7.3. Specific Quality Control

4.8. Evaluation of an External Radiotherapy Planning

4.8.1. Dose-Volume Histogram
4.8.2. Conformation Index and Homogeneity Index
4.8.3. Clinical Impact of the Schedules
4.8.4. Planning Errors

4.9 Advanced Special Techniques in External Radiotherapy 

4.9.1. Radiosurgery and Extracranial Stereotactic Radiotherapy
4.9.2. Total Body Irradiation
4.9.3. Total Body Surface Irradiation
4.9.4. Other Technologies in External Radiation Therapy

4.10. Verification of Treatment Plans in External Radiotherapy

4.10.1. Verification of Treatment Plans in External Radiotherapy
4.10.2. Treatment Verification Systems
4.10.3. Treatment Verification Metrics

Module 5. Advanced Radiotherapy Method. Proton Therapy

5.1. Proton Therapy Proton Radiotherapy

5.1.1. Interaction of Protons with Matter
5.1.2. Clinical Aspects of Proton Therapy 
5.1.3. Physical and Radiobiological Basis of Proton Therapy

5.2. Equipment in Protontherapy

5.2.1. Facilities 
5.2.2. Components of a Protontherapy System
5.2.3. Physical and Radiobiological Basis of Proton Therapy

5.3. Proton Beam 

5.3.1. Parameters
5.3.2. Clinical Implications
5.3.3. Application in Oncological Treatments

5.4. Physical Dosimetry in Proton Therapy 

5.4.1. Absolute Dosimetry Measurements 
5.4.2. Beam Parameters
5.4.3. Materials in Physical Dosimetry

5.5. Clinical Dosimetry in Proton Therapy

5.5.1. Application of Clinical Dosimetry in Proton Therapy
5.5.2. Planning and Calculation Algorithms
5.5.3. Imaging Systems

5.6. Radiological Protection in Proton Therapy 

5.6.1. Design of an Installation
5.6.2. Neutron Production and Activation
5.6.3. Activation 

5.7. Proton Therapy Treatments

5.7.1. Image-Guided Treatment
5.7.2. In Vivo Treatment Verification
5.7.3. BOLUS Usage

5.8. Biological Effects of Proton Therapy

5.8.1. Physical Aspects
5.8.2. Radiobiology
5.8.3. Dosimetric Implications

5.9. Measuring Equipment in Proton Therapy

5.9.1. Dosimetric Equipment
5.9.2. Radiation Protection Equipment
5.9.3. Personal Dosimetry

5.10. Uncertainties in Proton Therapy

5.10.1. Uncertainties Associated with Physical Concepts
5.10.2. Uncertainties Associated with the Therapeutic Process
5.10.3. Advances in Protontherapy

Module 6. Advanced Radiotherapy Method. Intraoperative Radiotherapy

6.1. Intraoperative Radiotherapy

6.1.1. Intraoperative Radiotherapy
6.1.2. Current Approach to Intraoperative Radiotherapy
6.1.3. Intraoperative Radiotherapy versus Conventional Radiotherapy

6.2. Technology in Intraoperative Radiotherapy

6.2.1. Mobile Linear Accelerators in Intraoperative Radiotherapy
6.2.2. Intraoperative Imaging Systems
6.2.3. Quality Control and Maintenance of Equipment

6.3. Treatment Planning in Intraoperative Radiation Therapy

6.3.1. Dose Calculation Methods
6.3.2. Volumetry and Delineation of Organs at Risk
6.3.3. Dose Optimization and Fractionation

6.4. Clinical Indications and Patient Selection for Intraoperative Radiation Therapy

6.4.1. Types of Cancers Treated with Intraoperative Radiotherapy
6.4.2. Assessment of Patient Suitability
6.4.3. Clinical Studies and Discussion 

6.5. Surgical Procedures in Intraoperative Radiotherapy

6.5.1. Surgical Preparation and Logistics
6.5.2. Radiation Administration Techniques During Surgery
6.5.3. Postoperative Follow-Up and Patient Care

6.6. Calculation and Administration of Radiation Dose for Intraoperative Radiotherapy

6.6.1. Dose Calculation Formulas and Algorithms
6.6.2. Correction Factors and Dose Adjustment
6.6.3. Real-Time Monitoring during Surgery

6.7. Radiation Protection and Safety in Intraoperative Radiotherapy

6.7.1. International Radiation Protection Standards and Regulations
6.7.2. Safety Measures for the Medical Staff and the Patient
6.7.3. Risk mitigation strategies

6.8. Interdisciplinary Collaboration in Intraoperative Radiation Therapy

6.8.1. Role of the Multidisciplinary Team in Intraoperative Radiotherapy
6.8.2. Communication between Radiotherapists, Surgeons and Oncologists
6.8.3. Practical Examples of Interdisciplinary Collaboration

6.9. Flash Technique. Latest Trend in Intraoperative Radiation Therapy

6.9.1. Research and Development in Intraoperative Radiation Therapy
6.9.2. New Technologies and Emerging Therapies in Intraoperative Radiotherapy
6.9.3. Implications for Future Clinical Practice

6.10. Ethics and Social Aspects in Intraoperative Radiation Therapy

6.10.1. Ethical Considerations in Clinical Decision-Making
6.10.2. Access to Intraoperative Radiation Therapy and Equity of Care
6.10.3. Communication with Patients and Families in Complex Situations

Module 7. Brachytherapy in the Field of Radiotherapy

7.1. Brachytherapy

7.1.1. Physical Principles of Brachytherapy
7.1.2. Biological Principles and Radiobiology applied to Brachytherapy
7.1.3. Brachytherapy and External Radiotherapy. Differences

7.2. Radiation Sources in Brachytherapy

7.2.1. Radiation Sources used in Brachytherapy
7.2.2. Radiation Emission of the Sources used in Brachytherapy
7.2.3. Calibration of the Sources
7.2.4. Safety in the Handling and Storage of Brachytherapy Sources

7.3. Dose Planning in Brachytherapy

7.3.1. Dose Planning Techniques in Brachytherapy
7.3.2. Optimization of the Dose Distribution in the Target Tissue
7.3.3. Application of the Monte Carlo Method
7.3.4. Specific Considerations for Minimizing Irradiation of Healthy Tissue
7.3.5. TG 43 Formalism

7.4. Administration Techniques in Brachytherapy

7.4.1. High Dose Rate Brachytherapy (HDR) versus Low Dose Rate Brachytherapy (LDR)
7.4.2. Clinical Procedures and Treatment Logistics
7.4.3. Management of Devices and Catheters used in the Administration of Brachytherapy

7.5. Clinical Indications for Brachytherapy

7.5.1. Brachytherapy Applications in the Treatment of Prostate Cancer
7.5.2. Brachytherapy in Cervical Cancer: Techniques and Results
7.5.3. Brachytherapy in Breast Cancer: Clinical Considerations and Results

7.6. Quality Management in Brachytherapy

7.6.1. Specific Quality Management Protocols for Brachytherapy
7.6.2. Quality Control of Equipment and Treatment Systems
7.6.3. Audit and Compliance with Regulatory Standards

7.7. Clinical Results in Brachytherapy

7.7.1. Review of Clinical Studies and Results in the Treatment of Specific Cancers
7.7.2. Evaluation of the Efficacy and Toxicity of Brachytherapy
7.7.3. Clinical Cases and Discussion of Results

7.8. Ethics and International Regulatory Aspects in Brachytherapy

7.8.1. Ethical Issues in Shared Decision-Making with Patients
7.8.2. Compliance with International Radiation Safety Standards and Regulations
7.8.3. International Liability and Legal Aspects in Brachytherapy Practice of Brachytherapy

7.9. Technological Development in Brachytherapy

7.9.1. Technological Innovations in the Field of Brachytherapy
7.9.2. Research and Development of New Techniques and Devices in Brachytherapy
7.9.3. Interdisciplinary Collaboration in Brachytherapy Research Projects

7.10. Practical Application and Simulations in Brachytherapy

7.10.1. Clinical Simulation of Brachytherapy
7.10.2. Resolution of Practical Situations and Technical Challenges
7.10.3. Evaluation of Treatment Plans and Discussion of Results 

Module 8. Advanced Diagnostic Imaging

8.1. Advanced Physics in X-Ray Generation

8.1.1. X-Ray Tube
8.1.2. Radiation Spectra Used in Radiodiagnosis
8.1.3. Radiological Technique

8.2. Radiological Imaging

8.2.1. Digital Image Recording Systems
8.2.2. Dynamic Imaging
8.2.3. Radiodiagnostic Equipment

8.3. Quality Control in Diagnostic Radiology

8.3.1. Quality Assurance Program in Diagnostic Radiology
8.3.2. Quality Protocols in Radiodiagnostics
8.3.3. General Quality Control Checks

8.4. Patient Dose Estimation in X-Ray Installations

8.4.1. Patient Dose Estimation in X-Ray Facilities
8.4.2. Patient Dosimetry
8.4.3. Diagnostic Dose Reference Levels

8.5. General Radiology Equipment

8.5.1. General Radiology Equipment
8.5.2. Specific Quality Control Tests
8.5.3. Doses to Patients in General Radiology

8.6. Mammography Equipment 

8.6.1. Mammography Equipment
8.6.2. Specific Quality Control Tests
8.6.3. Mammography Patient Dose

8.7. Fluoroscopy Equipment. Vascular and Interventional Radiology

8.7.1. Fluoroscopy Equipment
8.7.2. Specific Quality Control Tests
8.7.3. Doses to Interventional Patients

8.8. Computed Tomography Equipment

8.8.1. Computed Tomography Equipment
8.8.2. Specific Quality Control Tests
8.8.3. Dose to CT Patients

8.9. Other Radiodiagnostic Equipment

8.9.1. Other Radiodiagnostic Equipment
8.9.2. Specific Quality Control Tests
8.9.3. Non-Ionizing Radiation Equipment

8.10. Radiological Image Visualization Systems

8.10.1. Digital Image Processing
8.10.2. Calibration of Display Systems
8.10.3. Quality Control of Display Systems 

Module 9. Nuclear Medicine

9.1. Radionuclides used in Nuclear Medicine

9.1.1. Radionuclides
9.1.2. Typical Diagnostic Radionuclides
9.1.3. Typical Radionuclides in Therapy

9.2. Obtaining Artificial Radionuclides

9.2.1. Nuclear Reactor
9.2.2. Cyclotron
9.2.3. Generators

9.3. Instrumentation in Nuclear Medicine

9.3.1. Activimeters. Calibration of Activimeters
9.3.2. Intraoperative Probes
9.3.3. Gammacameras and SPECT
9.3.4. PET

9.4. Quality Assurance Program in Nuclear Medicine

9.4.1. Quality Assurance in Nuclear Medicine
9.4.2. Acceptance, Reference and Consistency Tests
9.4.3. Good Practice Routine

9.5. Nuclear Medicine equipment: Gamma Cameras 

9.5.1. Image Formation
9.5.2. Image Acquisition Modes
9.5.3. Standard Protocol for a Patient

9.6. Nuclear Medicine equipment:  SPECT 

9.6.1. Tomographic Reconstruction
9.6.2. Synogram
9.6.3. Reconstruction Corrections

9.7. Nuclear Medicine equipment: PET 

9.7.1. Physical Basis
9.7.2. Detector Material
9.7.3. 2D and 3D Acquisition. Sensitivity
9.7.4. Time of Flight

9.8. Image Reconstruction Corrections in Nuclear Medicine

9.8.1. Attenuation Correction
9.8.2. Dead Time Correction
9.8.3. Random Event Correction
9.8.4. Scattered Photon Correction
9.8.5. Standardization
9.8.6. Image Reconstruction

9.9. Quality Control of Nuclear Medicine Equipment

9.9.1. International Guidelines and Protocols
9.9.2. Planar Gamma Cameras
9.9.3. Tomographic Gamma Cameras
9.9.4. PET

9.10. Dosimetry in Nuclear Medicine Patients

9.10.1. MIRD Formalism
9.10.2. Estimation of Uncertainties
9.10.3. Erroneous Administration of Radiopharmaceuticals

Module 10. Radiation Protection in Hospital Radioactive Facilities

10.1. Hospital Radiation Protection

10.1.1. Hospital Radiation Protection
10.1.2. Radiation Protection Magnitudes and Specialized Radiation Protection Units
10.1.3. Risks Specific to the Hospital Area

10.2. International Regulations on Radiation Protection

10.2.1. International Legal Framework and Authorizations
10.2.2. International Regulations on Health Protection against Ionizing Radiations
10.2.3. International Regulations on Radiological Protection of the Patient
10.2.4. International Regulations on the Specialty of Hospital Radiophysics
10.2.5. Other International Regulations

10.3. Radiation Protection in Hospital Radioactive Facilities

10.3.1. Nuclear Medicine
10.3.2. Radiodiagnostics
10.3.3. Radiotherapy Oncology

10.4. Dosimetric Control of Exposed Professionals 

10.4.1. Dosimetric Control
10.4.2. Dose Limits
10.4.3. Personal Dosimetry Management

10.5. Calibration and Verification of Radiation Protection Instrumentation

10.5.1. Calibration and Verification of Radiation Protection Instrumentation
10.5.2. Verification of Environmental Radiation Detectors
10.5.3. Verification of Surface Contamination Detectors

10.6. Control of the Airtightness of Encapsulated Radioactive Sources

10.6.1. Control of the Airtightness of Encapsulated Radioactive Sources
10.6.2. Methodology
10.6.3. International Limits and Certificates

10.7. Design of Structural Shielding in Medical Radioactive Facilities

10.7.1. Design of Structural Shielding in Medical Radioactive Facilities
10.7.2. Important Parameters
10.7.3. Thickness Calculation

10.8. Structural Shielding Design in Nuclear Medicine

10.8.1. Structural Shielding Design in Nuclear Medicine
10.8.2. Nuclear Medicine Installations
10.8.3. Workload Calculation

10.9. Design of Structural Shielding in Radiotherapy

10.9.1. Design of Structural Shielding in Radiotherapy
10.9.2. Radiotherapy Facilities
10.9.3. Workload Calculation

10.10. Structural Shielding Design in Radiodiagnostics

10.10.1. Structural Shielding Design in Radiodiagnostics
10.10.2. Radiodiagnostic Installations
10.10.3. Workload Calculation

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Professional Master's Degree in Radiophysics

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