Introduction to diagnostic imaging 0600-S2-CM-WDM

The lecture includes content on: the basics of radioactive decay, types of radiation used in medicine, general characteristics of photon radiation and other types of radiation; construction and principles of operation of an X-ray tube, parameters characterizing the X-ray beam, formation of an X-ray image, construction of a conventional X-ray apparatus. characteristics of conventional X-ray imaging systems according to the type of detection (analog radiography, indirect CR radiography, direct DR radiography), general structure of a computed tomography scanner, assessment of the harmfulness of X-ray diagnostic tests (ALARA principle, absorbed dose, equivalent dose, effective dose) review of the main legal acts regarding working with X-ray diagnostic equipment and learning how to archive data.

Exercises -- use of the ICNT infrastructure with particular emphasis on the use of the ICNT infrastructure with particular emphasis on resonance and magnetic resonance. Presentation of genetic possibilities. Presentation of diagnostic capabilities of electromedical equipment, independent work of studentsdiagnostic of electromedical equipment, independent work of students

Total student workload

lecture - 5hrs exercises - 5hrs consultations - 10hrs idividual work - 30hrs

Learning outcomes - knowledge

W1: Knowledge of contemporary radiological methods, problems and threats and their importance, focused on current methods of diagnosing, monitoring, predicting the effects of radiation events and problem solving methods. Having knowledge of chemical sciences supplemented with knowledge and competences in the field of diagnostic imaging. K_W01, K_W05

Learning outcomes - skills

U1: Knows all branches of modern radiology and imaging diagnostics. Learns about the structure of diagnostic devices and is able to list the differences between imaging techniques. Knows the rules of safe work with X-ray machines. Recognizes the differences between radiology and nuclear medicine. K_U5

Learning outcomes - social competencies

K1: The knowledge and skills acquired during the classes are consistent with the current and forecast needs on the labor market - they take into account competencies typical of a conscious and market-oriented employee. K_K03

Teaching methods

lecture, practical classes in the fMRI/MRI laboratory

Expository teaching methods

- informative (conventional) lecture

Prerequisites

General knowledge (high school level) in biology, chemistry and physics

Course coordinators

Aleksandra Wypych

Assessment criteria

attendance at classes, multiple choice test

Practical placement

not applicable

Bibliography

1. Diagnostyka obrazowa
Podstawy teoretyczne i metodyka badań
Bogdan Pruszyński
2. Radiologia Diagnostyka obrazowa RTG TK USG i MR
Bogdan Pruszyński, Andrzej Cieszanowski
Wydawca: PZWL Wydawnictwo Lekarskie

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