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Medical Imaging

Key information

  • Module code:

    6CCYB020

  • Level:

    6

  • Semester:

      Autumn

  • Credit value:

    15

Module description

This module concerns four of the major medical imaging modalities:

  • X-ray/CT
  • Ultrasound
  • Nuclear medicine/PET
  • MRI

In this module, you will learn about the physics and technology behind how each of these modalities produces a medical image, as well as seeing some of the applications of these modalities. Each type of imaging has its own strengths and weaknesses, and you will learn why this is and where each modality is most useful.

Assessment details

Examination 70%

Coursework 30%

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course the students should be able to:

  • Demonstrate systematic understanding of the range of imaging modalities and their relative strengths and weaknesses.
  • Demonstrate understanding of the physics principles underlying medical imaging.
  • Demonstrate a basic understanding of the clinical applications of medical imaging.
  • Apply knowledge from the module to image quality assessment.
  • Perform an evidence based assessment of a new diagnostic imaging technology, considering economic, clinical and social costs and benefits. 

Department

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