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Course
Pro-forma
Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering (Prosthetics and Orthotics)
Code
KUEP4334
Title
Medical Imaging (Elective 5)
Pre-requisite
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)
80 hours
Credit
2
Learning Outcomes
1.
Explain the basics of principles and design of medical
diagnostic imaging equipment.
2.
Describe features of x-rays, gamma-rays and computed
tomography.
3.
Describe features of projection radiography, fluoroscopy,
and mammography.
4.
Describe features of magnetic resonance imaging;
ultrasound.
5.
Describe features and importance of quality control in
diagnostics.
6.
Describe features of bio-magnetic diagnostics, laser and
optoelectronics.
Synopsis
The course introduces the basic principles and design of medical
diagnostic imaging equipment. A few medical imaging
technologies are covered such as X-rays, gamma rays, and
computed tomography, fluoroscopy, mammography, projection
radiography, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound,
biomagnetic diagnostics, laser and optoelectronics. The course
also exposes the students to the quality control in diagnostics
Assessment
60 % Continuous Assessments
40 % Final Examination
References
Erich Krestel. Imaging systems for medical diagnostics, Siemens
Aktiengesellschaft 1990.
Soft Skills
Communication Skills (CS1, CS2, CS3, CS4)
Critical thinking and problem solving skills (CT1, CT2, CT3)
Life-long learning and information management (LL1, LL2)
Professional Ethics and Moral (EM1, EM2)