RAD392 Digital Image Processing (8)

CSU Discipline Area: Medical Radiation Science (MEDRA)

Duration: One session

Abstract:

This subject is an introduction to the fundamentals, concepts and applications of digital image techniques and processing in Medical Imaging. This subject also considers the influence of the human observer as part of a digital imaging system.

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No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2013.Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: RAD392

Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Enrolment restrictions:

Enrolment in B App Sc (Medical Imaging) Conversion course.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

have a basic knowledge of the use of images in the modern world.
have a basic knowledge of human vision, visual limitations and applications of human image analysis in Medical Imaging.
be able to explain concepts concerning digital image quality in relation to the image processing equipment, in particular to the process of image digitisation.
understand basic principles and concepts underlying image manipulation, image storage, hard copy production and human review.
have some practical experience using a microprocessor based image digitisation system utilising software which allows image manipulation upon diagnostic image forms.
have reviewed the basic concepts of a series of current digital systems in use in Medical Imaging considering the state of the current technology and relevant current issues.

Syllabus:

The subject will cover the following topics:

The human visual system Visual responses related to image analysis Digitisation and display Digital image processing Medical digital imaging systems

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