Introductory Physics Modules

This course is designed to provide introductory physics videos and materials for radiation oncology residents. 

Module 1 Basic PhysicsTimothy Ritter, PhD, DABR
Electricity and MagnetismPatrick McDermott, PhD
Ying Xiao, PhD
Special RelativitySteven Sutlief, PhD
Module 2  Structure of MatterYing Xiao, PhD
Nuclear ForcesSteven Sutlief, PhD
Wave and Quantum ModelsPatrick McDermott, PhD
Atomic and Nuclear Structure - Part IPatrick McDermott, PhD
Atomic and Nuclear Structure - Part IIPatrick McDermott, PhD
Modes of DecayPatrick McDermott, PhD
Sources of RadionuclidesPatrick McDermott, PhD
Module 3 X-ray Generation - Anode and CathodeMatthew Studenski, PhD, MS  
X-ray Generation - Transformers and RectifiersMatthew Studenski, PhD, MS 
X-ray Generation - TherapyMatthew Studenski, PhD, MS 
Diagnostic vs. TherapyAshley Cetnar, MS
X-ray SpectraAshley Cetnar, MS
Physics of X-ray GenerationAshley Cetnar, MS
Module 4   Production of Megavoltage Beams IPatrick McDermott, PhD
Production of Megavoltage Beams IIPatrick McDermott, PhD
Production of Megavoltage Beams IIIPatrick McDermott, PhD
Production of Megavoltage Beams IVPatrick McDermott, PhD
MLCTimothy Ritter, PhD, DABR
Module 5  Attenuation of Photon BeamsArthur Boyer, PhD
Attenuation of CoefficientsArthur Boyer, PhD
Energy Absorption CoefficientsArthur Boyer, PhD
Compton, Pair Production, Photonuclear DisintegrationMatthew Studenski, PhD, MS   
Particulate InteractionsArthur Boyer, PhD

Launched: June 8, 2020
Renewed: May 31, 2026
Expires: May 31, 2030

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Course opens: 
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Course expires: 
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    This activity was designated for 0.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
 
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