Registration Now Open: 2026 Accelerator Technology (ATec) Education Course
Accelerator Technology Course
Dates: This course will include 2 sections.
- Virtual: October 20, 2026, 2:00-5:00 PM
- In-person sessions (@Princess Margaret Cancer Care Centre): October 26-28, 2026 (Monday-Wednesday)
Course Leaders: Drs. Bernhard Norrlinger, Patricia Lindsay, and Hossein Afsharpour
The Accelerator Technology Education Course (ATec) is targeted at medical physics trainees, physics associates, accelerator services personnel, regulatory and standards body personnel interested in enhancing their understanding of linear accelerator technology. This immersive course will examine the theory, functionality, and basic service principles of linear accelerators in a multidisciplinary forum emphasizing the clinical relevance of all components of linac servicing – from beam tuning, troubleshooting imaging systems and safety issues related to accelerator servicing.
Audience: Medical physics trainees, physics associates, accelerator services personnel, regulatory and standards body personnel
Course Fees: Standard fee: $1,300 CAD; Trainee fee: $400.00 CAD
- UTDRO residents are exempt of program fees and can attend the course on a complimentary basis
Learn More: Check out the on-site course program page HERE
REGISTER TODAY: Please complete this registration form for inclusion in the 2026 ATec program