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be able to describe and explain the principles of physics and instrumentation with regards to linear accelerators, brachytherapy, gamma knife, superficial, orthovoltage, cyber-knife, proton therapy and tomo-therapy (MRPBA Domain 1.3);

be able to describe and apply understanding of practice in radiation therapy with specific reference to appropriate use of stabilisation devices, application of treatment simulation techniques, knowledge and application of treatment planning and dosimetry, implement CT imaging, demonstrate understanding of the role of MRI and PET in simulation imaging and implementation of treatment techniques according to approved plans (MRPBA Domain 1C);

be able to apply the principles of evidence based practice and professional learning with specific reference to critical and reflective thinking to resolve clinical challenges, research and empirical practice, and academic and professional discourse (MRPBA Domain 4); and

be able to describe and apply the principles of radiation safety and risk management with specific reference to safe radiation practice, protecting/enhancing patient safety, maintain safety of self and others and safely managing radiation and radioactivity (MRPBA Domain 5).