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PHYM434 Imaging and Signal Processing2007-2008Code: PHYM434Title: Imaging and Signal Processing Instructors: Dr I.R. Summers CATS credits: 10 ECTS credits: 5 Availability: unrestricted Level: M Pre-requisites: N/A Co-requisites: N/A Background Assumed: - Duration: Semester II Directed Study Time: 22 lectures Private Study Time: 78 hours Assessment Tasks Time: - Observation report: not yet run AimsPersonal computers are now powerful enough to perform sophisticated image-processing and, as a result, techniques that a few years ago required 'super-computers' are being routinely applied to new areas of science and engineering. In this module, students will learn how a time varying signal is processed to form a two- or three-dimensional image, and how such images are manipulated and used to encode information. Examples are drawn from medical imaging, with particular emphasis on the physics of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Intended Learning OutcomesA student should be able to: Module Specific Skills
Discipline Specific Skills
Personal and Key Skills
Learning and Teaching MethodsLectures and group discussions (20×1hr), directed reading, problems classes (2×1hr). AssignmentsStudents are encouraged to tackle questions related to a particular part of the module and these are marked by the lecturer and discussed with the students. AssessmentOne 90-minute examination (100%). Syllabus Plan and Content
Core Text(1988), The Physics of Medical Imaging, Institute of Physics, ISBN 0-852-74349-1 (UL: 610.28 PHY)Supplementary Text(s)Not applicableFormative MechanismsStudents can monitor their understanding of the module by attempting previous examination questions. Their solutions can be discussed with the lecturers who will provide any necessary help. Evaluation MechanismsThe module will be evaluated using information gathered via the student representation mechanisms, the staff peer appraisal scheme, and measures of student attainment based on summative assessment. |