This subject provides the student with a detailed understanding of the principles and practice of Computed Tomography (CT). The subject explores the physics and instrumentation of CT, techniques and protocols employed in CT, and clinical applications utilised for CT in clinical practice. The subject also explores relevant regulations, quality assurance, department planning and radiation/hazard protection involved in the application of CT. The subject specifically provides insight and understanding into stand-alone CT devices, hybrid CT devices (SPECT/CT, PET/CT), CT for therapeutic use (planning and verification) and innovative CT designs.
HD/FL
One session
Centre of Rural Dentistry and Oral Health
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography)
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging)
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy)
Master of Medical Radiation Science (with specialisations)
MRS120 Professional Fundamentals
PHY115 Physics of Medical Radiation Science
The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of MRS432 in Session 1 2021. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).
The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: June 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.