MPHYGB10: Medical Imaging (Non-Ionising)
Course Information
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Course Credits |
15 |
| Term |
2 |
| Assessment |
Exam |
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Course Organiser Other lecturer(s) |
Dr Karin Shmueli and Dr John Thornton |
Aims and Objectives
This module covers imaging using non-ionising radiation and provides the basic theory behind the imaging techniques. It also includes a breakdown of the components of each imaging system, and describes the clinical applications of each method. The associated topics of image processing and assessment are also covered since the principles involved find wide application throughout this technology.
Brief Syllabus
| Course | Lecture hours |
| MR theory | 8 |
| MR clinical applications | 4 |
| US interactions & imaging | 10 |
| US treatments | 2 |
| Safety aspects of MR and US | 4 |
| Practical session |
Assessment
Two hour written examination
