Risk analysis in Radiotherapy

Education facts

Code: 3RA031

The course is conducted in project form. Through self-studies, tutorials, interviews, and participation in the various stages involved in radiotherapy do a risk analysis of the radiotherapy chain. The risk analysis includes risk analysis of information and workflows and data analysis of the calibration of a linear accelerator. The work will be based in the existing organization in radiation oncology department. Students are expected to identify the various information sources, information interpreters and existing control mechanisms. This information is compiled in a structured manner and analyzed. The course includes a number of lectures that provide an introduction to risk analysis tool that is frequently used in the sector. Emphasis is placed on Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) and Action Error Analysis (AEA). The goal is to assess the relevance and adequacies of the control mechanisms implemented today and suggest additions. The course comprises two modules 1. Risk analysis, 5 credits 2. Final Report, 2.5 credits

Entry requirements

Proficiency in English equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.University: Radiation dosimetry 15 ECTS, Physics of X-rays 7.5ECTS, Radiobiology and Radiation Protection 7.5 ECTS, Applied Dosimetry 5 ECTS, and Radiotherapy 5 ECTS or corresponding. The two last courses can be studied in parallel with this course. Proficiency in English equivalent to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies if the course is given in Swedish.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Risk analysis in Radiotherapy

  Umeå University

  Start date: 25 March 2027

  End date: 12 September 2027

  Pace of study: 33 %