MRS565 Advanced Principles in Computed Tomography (16)
CSU Discipline Area: Medical Radiation Science (MEDRA)
Duration: Two sessions
Abstract:
This subject covers the concepts of physics and instrumentation in the field of computed tomography (CT). It briefly reviews the basic physics principles of CT and extensively considers the physics of advanced principles and techniques. The subject will extensively cover image quality and other quality factors in CT. It will cover such areas as 3D imaging and vessel analysis; smart prep; dual energy systems; CT fluoroscopy; modern tube designs and other associated instrumentation, such as pressure injectors.
Radiation dosimetery in CT, IT methods of measurement and IT relationship to image quality will be covered.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
|---|---|
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
| Distance | Wagga Wagga | Session 2 |
| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
| Distance | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: MRS565
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basics principles of CT,
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of the advanced principles of CT covered in this subject,
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of quality in CT,
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of radiation dosimetery, IT methods of measurement and IT relationship to image quality,
- be able to review and synthesise appropriate literature and relate medical radiations interdisciplinary learning to the broader health-care sector,
- be able to demonstrate how to apply national and international research findings to the clinical setting.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- The basic principles of CT (briefly, as revision),
- The physics of advanced principles and techniques of modern CT scanners,
- Image reconstruction methods including 3D,
- Image quality factors,
- Radiation dosimetry and methods of measurement.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.