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PAM2004 Clinical Imaging 32008-2009Code: PAM2004Title: Clinical Imaging 3 Instructors: Ms C.J. Heales CATS credits: 20 ECTS credits: 10 Availability: B821 only Level: 2 Pre-requisites: N/A Co-requisites: N/A Background Assumed: Introduction to Radiation Physics (PAM1014) Duration: Weeks 1-5, 7-10, 21-24 Directed Study Time: 40 hours Private Study Time: 156 hours Assessment Tasks Time: 4 hours Observation report: 2007/08 JB AimsThis module aims to develop knowledge of the science and technology underpinning 2-D and 3-D radionuclide imaging, ultrasound and MRI, and of the principles of safe practice in using these various modalities. The module further aims to provide practical training in interpretation of the images that arise from these modalities. Intended Learning OutcomesStudents should be able to: Module Specific Skills
Discipline Specific Skills
Personal and Key Skills
Learning and Teaching MethodsLectures (28×1 hour) and practical work (12 hours). Directed background reading. AssignmentsTo be specified. AssessmentOne-hour test (25% week 7), one-hour test (25% week 10), one 2-hour exam (50%). Syllabus Plan and Content
Core TextNot applicableSupplementary Text(s)(1994), Chesney's Equipment for Student Radiographers, Blackwell Science, ISBN 0-63-202724-X (UL: 616.0757 CHE)(1998), Ultrasound in Medicine (Medical Science S.), Institute of Physics Publishing, ISBN 0-75-030593-2 (UL: 616.07543 ULT) (2002), Diagnostic Ultrasound: Principles and Instruments (6th edition), , ISBN 0-721-69330-X (UL: XXX) (2003), MRI from Picture to Proton, Cambridge University Press, ISBN 0-521-68384-X (UL: XXX) (1998), Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Physics., Blackwell Science Inc., ISBN 0-63-204314-8 (UL: 530.02461 POW) (2007), Safety in Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Society and College of Radiographers, ISBN 9871-871101-41-7 (UL: XXX) (2005), Practical Nuclear Medicine (3rd edition), Springer, ISBN 1-852-33875-X (UL: XXX) Formative MechanismsStudents can monitor their understanding of the module by attempting practice examination questions. Students with specific problems are encouraged to approach the lecturer. In addition, students are able to monitor their own progress in the practical sessions guided by formative assessment. 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. |