Module Details

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Title IMAGING WITH NON-IONISING RADIATION
Code PHYS870
Coordinator Dr M Rea
Physics
Marc.Rea@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2022-23 Level 7 FHEQ Whole Session 10

Aims

The aim is to give the students knowledge of the necessary physics and biological principles which underpin non-ionising imaging techniques including MRI and ultrasound. The aim is that the students will cover a range of appropriate imaging modalities, including practical awareness and develop the skills to interpret results. A session using an MRI scanner has the aim of giving the students insight into the practical aspects of scanner use.


Learning Outcomes

(LO1) An understanding of the physics and engineering principles of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

(LO2) An understanding of the principles of ultrasound and other non-ionising imaging modalities

(LO3) The ability to understand the use of non-ionising imaging modalities in clinical applications

(S1) Problem solving skills


Syllabus

 

MRI topics Introduction, including T1, T2 Relaxation Image Formation, including Slice Selection, Frequency & Phase Encoding, k-Space Faster Imaging Techniques, including GE, TSE, EPI MR Hardware including Magnets, Gradients, RF System Image Properties: Resolution, SNR, Contrast (& effect of Contrast Media) Image Quality Assurance MR Safety Image Artefacts Functional MRI MR Angiography and Dynamic Contrast Enhanced MR MR Spectroscopy (Single-Voxel and Spectroscopic Imaging) Clinical applications and examples of MRI Ultrasound topics physics and Engineering principles of ultrasound propogation, contrast agents, accoustic diffraction fields, echographic imaging, Doppler velocimetry and Doppler imaging Ultrasound Bioeffects and safety quality and safety assurance for diagnostic ultrasound devices fields of application and research in medical ultrasound imaging.There is a formative class test at the end of the week. There is a session using an MRI scanner to make the student s aware of the practical aspects, this session is not assessed.


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description: Series of one hour lectures
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided
Notes: The lectures cover mainly MRI and ultrasound with invited contributions on other relevant techniques

Teaching Method 2 - Tutorial
Description: Problem solving and revision
Attendance Recorded: No
Notes: Student can get help with problems, see model answers to problems and ask questions

Teaching Method 3 - Laboratory Work
Description: Use of an MRI scanner
Attendance Recorded: Yes
Notes: This is a non-assessed session to make students aware of the practical aspects of using an MRI scanner.


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 20

  5

5

    30
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 70
TOTAL HOURS 100

Assessment

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Examination There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :end semester 2    70       
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Assignment There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :end semester 2    30       

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