68202 Medical Imaging Technology
6cp; Forms of attendance in this subject have changed to enable social distancing and reduce the risks of spreading COVID-19 in our community. There may also have been changes to the assessment requirements. Consequently, the Subject Outline information for this subject has changed. Details of the changes may be published in an Addendum to the Subject Outline which is available through your LMS (Blackboard or Canvas).Requisite(s): 68315 Imaging Science
Anti-requisite(s): 91403 Medical Imaging
Description
This subject provides fundamental principles regarding imaging modalities and a broad background, based on physics, to establish an understanding of how particular imaging techniques have been developed and their clinical and research applications. It covers an examination of the role and effectiveness of clinical imaging, an overview of generic characteristics, and a detailed examination of specific imaging modalities including x-rays, ultrasound, computed tomography, nuclear medicine and magnetic resonance imaging. The subject includes lectures, practicals and workshops. The lectures include presentations by visiting clinical imaging specialists.
Typical availability
Autumn session, City campus
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