Advanced Troubleshooting and Board-Level Diagnostics
LIN 190 delves into advanced diagnostic techniques for medical linear accelerators, focusing on practical application of theoretical knowledge. Students will master schematic interpretation, signal tracing, and the intricacies of power delivery systems, control boards, and sensor networks. The course teaches a systematic approach to fault isolation, differentiating between component-level repair and module replacement, while extensively utilizing manufacturer's service documentation. Through hands-on labs and a capstone project, students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for maintaining optimal system performance and ensuring patient safety in clinical environments. This prepares graduates for challenging field service roles.
InstructorJacob CalhounCourse outline
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Syllabus
["Week 1: Lesson 1: Advanced Schematic Interpretation and Component Identification","Week 2: Lesson 2: Principles of Signal Tracing and Advanced Meter Usage","Week 3: Lesson 3: High Voltage and Low Voltage Power Supply Diagnostics","Week 4: Hands-on Lab: Power Supply Fault Injection and Isolation","Week 5: Lesson 5: Control Board Architectures and Communication Protocols","Week 6: Lesson 6: Sensor Technologies and Feedback Loop Troubleshooting","Week 7: Lesson 7: Advanced Waveguide and RF System Diagnostics","Week 8: Hands-on Lab: Control System Faults & Midterm Review","Week 9: Lesson 9: Systematic Fault Isolation Methodologies and Decision Trees","Week 10: Lesson 10: In-depth Analysis of Intermittent and Environmental Faults","Week 11: Hands-on Lab: Complex Multi-System Fault Simulation","Week 12: Lesson 12: Board-Level Component Testing and Repair Techniques","Week 13: Lesson 13: Service Documentation: Advanced Log Analysis and Reporting","Week 14: Capstone Service Project: Comprehensive Accelerator System Diagnosis"]