Program Overview

Subject Information

Overview

This subject extends the introduction of the technological features of advanced diagnostic imaging instruments. It considers design, construction, operation, practical application, and appropriate calculations, quality assurance, and relevant regulations or standards.

Grading System

The grading system for this subject is HD/FL.

Duration

The duration of this subject is one session.

School

This subject is offered by the School of Biomedical Sciences.

Assumed Knowledge

The assumed knowledge for this subject is MIS310.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

• explain and assess the basic design and practical working conditions of the instruments covered in this subject
• critically assess the capabilities, specifications, and descriptions used in characterizing instruments covered by this subject
• critically assess and be aware of the safe working conditions of each type of instrument in regard to radiation protection, electromechanical safety, and in regard to appropriate regulations, guidelines, or standards
• understand and implement and assess basic quality assurance tests and programs for each of the instruments covered in the subject
• interpret and critically appraise technical reports and all research materials concerning the instruments covered in this subject

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
  • Physical basis of MRI
  • Principles of MRI; T1, T2, and Proton density
  • 2D and 3D routines
  • Pulse Sequences: Spin echo, Inversion recovery, and introduction to gradient echo and Fast Spin Echo
  • Spatial encoding
  • K Space Scanning Instrumentation Suite design
  • Safety
  • Quality Assurance
• Photorecording Instruments used with MRI
• Multiformat camera
• Laser Imaging
• Alternative Imaging Media
• Digital Radiography
  • Physical basis of digital radiography
  • Scanning Instrumentation
  • Quality Assurance

Note

The information contained in the university handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2019. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.