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Bergen Community College
Health Professions Division
Radiation Therapy Technology Program
Course Syllabus
RTT- 220 Radiation Therapy Practices II
Course Description
RTT-220 Radiation Therapy Practices II – This course is an exploration of cancer; its
detection, diagnosis, correlation and prognosis. The focus of the course is on the management
of neoplastic disease and its mechanism of spreading. Various laboratory experiments will be
used to demonstrate the role of radiation therapy in the treatment of cancer.
3 lecture / 3 lab – 4 credits
Prerequisites: RTT 110, RTT 120
Co-requisites: RTT 210, RTT 230, RTT 221
Spring Semester
Student Learning Objectives:
As a result of meeting the requirements in this course, students will be able to:
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Discuss the biology and pathophysiology of cancer.
Differentiate between surgical, medical and radiation oncology and the role of
immunotherapy in the management of cancer.
Discuss cancer from a therapeutic perspective and demonstrate radiation treatment
techniques:
A. Breast
B. Head and Neck
C. Hematopoietic System
D. Lymphoreticular System
E. Pediatric
F. Bone and soft Tissue
G. Female Reproductive System
H. Integumentary System
I. Endocrine System
Discuss the epidemiology and etiology of each disease site.
Explain detection, diagnosis, clinical presentation and patterns of spread for each disease
site.
Demonstrate knowledge of histopathology and staging and grading classification for each
disease site.
Discuss single and multiple treatment modalities relevant to each disease site.
Explain the process of simulation and treatment delivery and treatment side effects for each
disease site.
Demonstrate 3-D simulation.
Discuss the role of radiation therapy in palliative care, AIDS and benign neoplasms.
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Differentiate between curative and palliative treatment applications
Discuss common sites and therapeutic management of metastatic disease.
Discuss the use of radiation for emergency treatment applications.
Demonstrate basic knowledge of sectional anatomy.
Develop critical thinking and problem solving skills to recognize and correct discrepancies
in the treatment chart, equipment, immobilization device and treatment plan.
Compare and contrast new technologies: IGRT, Respiratory Gating, SRS, SRT, SBRT,
Proton Therapy and IMRT.
Means of Assessment:
The Student Learning Objectives (SLO) in this course are intended to be aligned with the
accreditation requirements of The Joint Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection regarding the practice of
Radiation Therapy technology as it applies to the Radiation Therapist. These Student
Learning Objectives are also correlated with the content specifications for the national
registration examination in Radiation Therapy administered by The American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists. Additional student learning objectives may be specified in
particular units.
The major assessment types (means of assessment) utilized in this course are homework
assignments, quizzes, laboratory modules, objective tests, and class participation.
Course Content:
Content is the second of a two-part sequence that is designed to provide the student with
advanced concepts of treatment delivery and laboratory practice to maximize performance in
the classroom as well as in the clinic.
Course Website:
RTT 220 – Radiation Therapy Practices II is a “web-enhanced” class. The class has its
own website and each member of the class has an account for the website. The BCC online
course management system is known as “Moodle”. This website will provide the student with
review and assessment materials..
Texts and/or Other Study Materials:
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All text books are available through the Bergen Community College Bookstore.
Washington, Charles M., Leaver, Dennis. Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy. St.
Louis, MO: Mosby Elsevier Publishing, Inc., 4th.ed. 2015. ISBN: 978-0-323-28752-4
(referred to as “W&L”)
Recommended:
Levy, Leia. Mosby’s Radiation Therapy Study Guide and Exam Review. St. Louis, MO:
Mosby, Inc. 1st ed. 2011.ISBN 978-0-323-06934-2 ISBN-10: 0323069347
Course Requirements and Learning Assessment:
A student’s final grade for the course is based primarily on his or her performance on the
required work for the course (research paper, examinations and class participation).
Quizzes (15% of final grade)
Students are expected to be prepared for a quiz following each lecture topic. All quizzes will
be administered on Moodle.
Homework Assignments (15% of final grade)
Homework assignments will be used to reinforce concepts and theories presented in the
classroom. Homework may require some research. Assignments will typically be
administered on Moodle.
Laboratory Quizzes (15% of final grade)
Laboratory quizzes will be used to reinforce the concepts and theories presented in the
laboratory. These take-home quizzes may require some research. Quizzes will be collected,
graded and returned. Students will be given one week for submission.
Examinations (50% of final grade)
Two tests will be administered electronically in class. Each test will be worth 15% of your
final grade. The tests cover the major topics of the course. The test schedule will follow the
classroom presentation and the content of the test will be based on the required textbook
readings, classroom presentations and handouts. PowerPoint presentations and supplemental
handouts are distributed in class and are available through Moodle. All tests are required. In
the event that a test is missed, the student will be given a comparable test. A make-up test is at
the discretion of the instructor of the course.
Additionally, two practicum tests will be administered in the laboratory. Each test will be
worth 10% of your final grade. Each practicum will require an oral presentation and a
proficiency demonstration.
Laboratory Modules / Overall Classroom Participation (5% of final grade)
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Laboratory attendance is mandatory. Laboratory modules are to be completed by the
instructor at each laboratory session. The laboratory serves as a prerequisite to clinical
demonstrations and competencies. Laboratory module documentation must be completed
before a student is eligible to participate in clinical demonstration and competency. In the
event of an absence, the student is required to submit a three to four-page typed paper on the
topic covered.
Classroom Participation:
In order to participate in particular lectures and discussions, all related reading and
assignments must be completed prior to that class session. Please be advised that you must be
present to participate, yet that alone does not constitute active participation.
The following behaviors will be utilized to assess class participation:
Positive Behaviors:
1. Attend class regularly and on time and not leave early.
2. Be well-prepared for class by doing assigned reading.
3. Participate appropriately with relevant comments, questions or answers to questions
presented in class.
4. Show respect and value for the content of the course.
5. Take all online tests.
Negative Behaviors:
1. Being absent from or being late for class.
2. Leaving class early.
3. Walking out of and coming back into class.
4. Sleeping in class.
5. Devalue the content of the course.
6. Behaving inappropriately in class (e.g., acting silly, conducting private conversations
in the back of the room, distracting behaviors such as eating, drinking or chewing gum
in class; defacing classroom furniture; etc.)
7. Being impolite, rude, or discourteous to me or to your classmates.
8. Not being adequately prepared for class.
9. Speak without thinking – demonstrate a lack of reasoning and critical thinking skills.
10. Submit research paper late.
11. Be absent for testing.
Unacceptable behavior is at the discretion of the program. Disruptive behavior or
inappropriate dress may result in dismissal from that class for the day and an unexcused
absence.
Grading Policy:
The grading policy and course grade appeal policy of the program are stated in the Radiation
Therapy Student Handbook. The program grading policy utilizes the standards of the
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist national registry exam.
Letter Grade Numerical Range Conversion
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A 90% to 100% Excellent
B+ 85% to 89.9% Very Good
B 80% to 84.9% Good
C+ 75% to 79.9% Marginal / Acceptable
C 70% to 74.9% Poor / Failing
I Incomplete
E Unofficial withdrawal
W Official Withdrawal
D / F Does not apply to RTT courses
There are no extra credit opportunities in this course.
Attendance Policy:
BCC Attendance Policy: All students are expected to attend punctually every scheduled
meeting of each course in which they are registered. Attendance and lateness policies and
sanctions are to be determined by the instructor for each section of each course. These are to
be established in writing on the individual course outline. Attendance will be kept by the
instructor for administrative and counseling purposes.
Radiation Therapy Program Attendance Policy: Classroom attendance policy for the
Radiation Therapy Program is stated in the Radiation Therapy Student Handbook. The student
is responsible for adherence to this policy.
Attendance Policy in this Course: Students are expected to attend class regularly and
punctually and for the full class period. Attendance will be taken at each class session. In the
event of a late arrival, the student is expected to enter quietly without disturbing the class. In
the event of an absence, it is the responsibility of the student to acquire the missed material.
The attendance policy of this course will adhere to the attendance policy of the Radiation
Therapy Program as stated in the Radiation Therapy Student Handbook.
Absences, lateness and early departures will diminish your overall performance in the course
and, subsequently, will increase your risk of diminished performance on the ARRT national
registry exam and the administration of responsible patient care. Additionally, the BCC
Radiation Therapy Program provides employment assistance upon graduation from the
program and ARRT registration; your classroom attendance behavior may be used by your
instructor as an indicator to your employment attendance behavior.
Laboratory Policies and Procedures
All students are afforded a laboratory experience concurrent with the didactic component of
the program.
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Labs are conducted at a clinical education site using energized radiation therapy equipment
and computerized treatment planning systems. Students are required to maintain compliance
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to all program policies and procedures as stated in the Radiation Therapy Student Handbook,
Clinical Manual Section I and Clinical Manual Section II.
The laboratory experience is an integral and required component of the program. Attendance
is required prior to clinical participation.
In the event of a missed lab, the student will be required to submit a 3-4 page typed paper
demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the topic(s) demonstrated in the missed lab. In
addition to foundational information on the topic, the paper must include a step-by-step sequential
outline of the clinical procedure. The outline must include sufficient explanation of the procedure
to assure that the student is adequately prepared to proceed to clinical demonstration and
subsequent competence. The paper must adhere to standard format including double spacing and
font no larger than 12.
Other College, Divisional, and/or Departmental Policy Statements
The Radiation Therapy Program adheres to all Bergen Community College policies, including
drug and alcohol use and smoking on campus, discrimination and harassment, rules and
regulations governing conduct, rules governing academic integrity and acceptable use of
information technology resources as stated in the BCC College Catalog – Policies.
The Bergen Community College Radiation Therapy Program adheres to a no cell phone policy
in the classroom, laboratory and clinic.
Course Outline and Calendar
Note to Students: The following Course Outline and Calendar is tentative and subject to change,
depending upon the progress of the class.
Week Date(s) Topics/Activities/Assignments Readings
W&L
Chapter(s)
1 Mon.
Wed.
CT Simulation
Breast
21/22
36
Lab CT Simulation 21/22
2 Mon.
Wed.
Breast
Breast
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36
Lab Breast - tangents 36
3 Mon.
Wed.
Head and Neck
Head and Neck
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31
Lab Breast – Supraclavicular and PAB 36
4 Mon.
Wed.
Head and Neck
Head and Neck
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31
Lab Head and Neck – Immobilization devices 31
5 Mon.
Wed.
Special Procedures
Special Procedures
15
15
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Lab Head and Neck – 3 field / IMRT 31
6 Mon.
Wed.
Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy
Particle Therapy
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Lab Thorax – CT Simulation
7 Mon.
Wed.
Mid-term Examination
Hematopoietic System
Lab Major Digestive Glands – CT Simulation
8 Mon.
Wed.
Hematopoietic System
Hematopoietic System
Handouts
Lab Mid-term practicum
9 Mon.
Wed.
Pediatric Neoplasms
Pediatric Neoplasms
37
37
Lab TBI / Leukemia
10 Mon.
Wed.
Lymphoreticular Systems.
Lymphoreticular Systems.
28
28
Lab Cranio-spinal Irradiation 37
11 Mon.
Wed.
Bone and Soft Tissue
Bone and Soft Tissue
27
27
Hodgkin’s Disease/ Lymphoma 28
12 Mon.
Wed.
Female Reproductive System
Female Reproductive System
34
34
Male Pelvis / seminoma 35
13 Mon.
Wed.
Integumentary System
Integumentary System
38
38
Lab Female Pelvis / Brachytherapy 34
14 Mon.
Wed.
Endocrine System / Ocular
Benign Neoplasms / AIDS related neoplasms / Metastatic Disease
29
Lab Pituitary / Keloids / Heterotropic hip 29
15 Mon.
Wed.
Review
Final Exam
Lab Final Laboratory Practicum