Specialized and advanced topics in diagnostic imaging, including modulation transfer function analysis, image processing algorithms, acceptance testing, CT, NMR, ultrasound, etc.

Specialized external beam and brachytherapy treatment planning; advanced Bragg-Gray cavity applications, including Ngas and TG-21; calibration, acceptance testing, and quality control of therapy physics equipment.

A presentation of the full scope of use of implanted radiation sources for medical purposes. The course includes consideration of all aspects of brachytherapy dosimetry and treatment planning as well as modern and cutting-edge brachytherapy clinical practice. Characteristics of interstitial, intracavitary, and intraluminal implants, as well as remote afterloaders, are considered.

Independent directed research on theoretical and practical problems in the health-related radiation sciences. May be repeated to a maximum of eight credits.

This course will introduce the student to, and give them practical experience in, writing research proposals, research reports and carrying out research work. The course will be jointly taught by various medical physics faculty and guest lecturers. Students will be asked to present their own work to be critiqued by the class. The goal is to give the student a hands-on experience of what is involved in doing funded clinical research on human subjects and getting it published in an academic journal.

Residency credit for dissertation research after the qualifying examination. Students may register for this course in the semester of the qualifying examination. A minimum of two semesters are required as well as continuous enrollment (Fall and Spring) until the dissertation is completed and defended.

Residency credit for dissertation research after the qualifying examination. Students may register for this course in the semester of the qualifying examination. A minimum of two semesters are required as well as continuous enrollment (Fall and Spring) until the dissertation is completed and defended.

Residency credit for dissertation research after the qualifying examination. Students may register for this course in the semester of the qualifying examination. A minimum of two semesters are required as well as continuous enrollment (Fall and Spring) until the dissertation is completed and defended.

Applied practicum experiences in the radiation sciences. Laboratory, 40 hours per week equals one credit hour.

Muscle Forum is a course that will allow students to develop critical evaluatory skills for seminars and grant writing in the field of Muscle Biology.