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Classroom Training

Please note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, RIT is now conveniently offering our software classroom training curriculum online! The Live Virtual Classroom Training sessions have concluded for 2020, but keep a look out for upcoming dates in 2021 our Live Virtual Classroom Training page. Customers with an active Product Maintenance Program (PMP) membership may view the recorded sessions on-demand on our Virtual Classroom Training On-Demand page. (Login required.)

DATEs

To Be Announced

TIMES

9:00AM–5:00PM

(Both Days)

LOCATION

RIT Training Center

RIT's training center is located in the beautiful city of Colorado Springs, CO. The area features many outdoor recreational opportunities, as the city sits at the base of Pikes Peak. RIT's facility is ADA compliant.

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Please call 1.719.590.1077, Opt. 0 or email to confirm space availability prior to completion.

Course Description

SRS and SBRT QA

Install, Setup, Profiles, and Tolerances

Installing and setting up RIT software
Managing user preference profiles
Setting tolerances

TomoTherapy^® QA

TG-148 testing
Beam planarity, as well as various MLC and jaw measurements
Laser alignment, gantry rotation accuracy
Imaging QA with Cheese phantom

Image QA

CBCT
kV Imaging
MV Imaging
IGRT

IMRT and Rotational Therapy Analysis

EPID-based QA
Process automation (RunQueueA)

MLC QA

Varian Millennium 120 and 120HD
Elekta MLCi2 and Agility™
Siemens and other MLC

Introduction to Process Control

Process Automation

Data Tracking, Trending, and Reporting

Statistical Process Control
RITtrend™
RIT Mirror

Calibrations, Corrections, and Image Manipulation

Flatbed scanner corrections
Radiochromic film (EBT2/3) calibration and correction

Other Measurements

Radiation vs. Light field
Beam profiles

Meeting TG-142 Best Practice Guidelines

TG142 RIT dosimetry software is a critical, independent QA element for implementing a successful IMRT and/or IGRT program using Film, CR, EPID, or Ion Chamber/Diode Array images. This course will train you in the basic and advanced knowledge of Quality Assurance techniques using the most current version of the RIT Family of Products, and how to comply with TG-142 Best Practice recommendations. The course will provide a level of understanding that will enable you to easily integrate the RIT system into an IMRT and/or IGRT program including using your EPID for QA. This is a hands-on course with practical exercises.

Radia Therapy software performs automated QC Phantom analysis for CBCT, kV imaging (DR/CR), and MV imaging (EPID). Learn how your Medical Physics Group, with the RIT package and corresponding phantoms, has everything you need to perform or trend EVERY daily, weekly, monthly and annual imaging and dosimetry test recommended in TG-142.

This class will be conducted as described and according to the CAMPEP policies and procedures for MPCEC. This is a classroom lecture with a hands-on lab utilizing practical exercises in Quality Assurance. The class is taught via slide projection with handouts describing each function. The target audience is Medical Physicists. For more information on qualifying to receive MPCEC hours, click here.

Agility™ is a trademark of Elekta, AB.
TomoTherapy^® and CyberKnife^® are registered trademarks of Accuray, Inc.

Itinerary

Day 1

Time	Topic	Speaker
9:00–10:30 am	SRS and SBRT	Dan Ritt, MS
10:30–11:00 am	Break
11:00 am–12:00 pm	Install, Setup, Profiles, and Tolerances	Nicholas Battaglia, PhD
12:00–1:00 pm	Lunch
1:00–1:45 pm	TomoTherapy^® QA	Dan Ritt, MS
1:45–2:30 pm	Imaging QA, Part 1	Gaurav Shastri, MS
2:30–2:45 pm	Break
2:45–3:45 pm	Imaging QA, Part 2	Gaurav Shastri, MS
3:45–4:00 pm	Break
4:00–5:00 pm	Patient QA Analysis, Part 1	Gaurav Shastri, MS

Day 2

Time	Topic	Speaker
9:00–10:00 am	Patient QA Analysis, Part 2	Gaurav Shastri, MS
10:00–10:15 am	Break
10:15 am–12:00 pm	MLC QA	Gaurav Shastri, MS
12:00–1:00 pm	Lunch
1:00–2:00 pm	Introduction to Statistical Process Control	Ryan Young
2:00–3:00 pm	Process Automation	Ryan Young
3:00–3:15 pm	Break
3:15–4:15 pm	RITtrend™ and RIT Mirror: Data Tracking, Trending, and Reporting	Ryan Young
4:15–4:45 pm	Calibration, Corrections, and Image Manipulation	Dan Ritt, MS
4:45–5:00 pm	Other Measurements	Gaurav Shastri, MS

What's Included

The use of an individual computer workstation with fully-operational RIT Family of Products software packages.
In-depth training materials covering all RIT Family of Products routines including IMRT QA, Rotational Therapy, EPID for QA, and TG-142 (Click here for course description.)
Complimentary lunches provided on-site
Complimentary transportation between the preferred hotel and the RIT Training Center, provided on both training class days
MPCEC credits (see requirements and details here)
This meeting applies to CAMPEP for approval of 12.5 MPCEC hours.

All other expenses associated with transportation, hotel, meals outside of class day, etc. are the responsibility of the attendee.

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MPCEC Credits

This class will be conducted as described and according to the CAMPEP policies and procedures for MPCEC. This is a classroom lecture with a hands-on lab utilizing practical exercises in Quality Assurance. The class is taught via slide projection, with handouts describing each function. The target audience is Medical Physicists. This class is taught by employees of RIT. This is a two-day class.

This meeting has applied to CAMPEP for approval of 12.5 MPCEC hours. In order to obtain MPCEC hours, attendees must stay for the entire class. In order to qualify to receive MPCEC, a physicist must fulfill at least one of the following requirements:

Membership in AAPM, ACR, ACMP, or CCPM/COMP
Certification by the American Board of Radiology (one or more sub-fields of radiological physics)
Certification by the American Board of Medical Physics
Certification by the Canadian College of Medical Physics

Hotel/Transportation

Hotel Accommodations*

The Hyatt Place Colorado Springs is conveniently located close to the RIT Training Center. To make reservations online, please CLICK HERE to receive the RIT preferred Rate, or call and ask for the "Radiological Imaging Technology Preferred Rate."

Hyatt Place
503 W. Garden of the Gods
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
+1.719.265.9385

Amenities, Services and Dining

Complimentary shuttle service to and from the RIT Training Center
Complimentary high-speed wireless internet service
Complimentary continental breakfast buffet
Complimentary parking for individuals and buses
Fully-equipped fitness center and outdoor swimming pool
Personal voice mail and in-room movies
Hyatt Gold Passport points
Self service registration kiosks
Signature menu items will be available to purchase, day and night
Freshly-prepared hot breakfast items for purchase
Gourmet freshly-baked items, including signature oversized muffins and warm chocolate cookies
Specialty espresso coffee drinks, beer, wine, and spirited refreshments will be offered for purchase
Card swipe technology allows guests to use their room key and charge orders to their guestroom

Transportation & Location

The Colorado Springs Airport is approximately 30 minutes from the RIT Training Center and the Hyatt Place. Complimentary transportation between the Hyatt Place hotel and the RIT Training Center is provided on the day of your training class.

*Transportation to and from the airport and hotel are the responsibility of the participant.
*All costs associated with lodging are the responsibility of the participant. DO NOT make airline or other reservations before you have received written confirmation from RIT.