Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Introduction to Medical Physics | ||
Code | PHYS115 | ||
Coordinator |
Professor HC Boston Physics H.C.Boston@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2024-25 | Level 4 FHEQ | Second Semester | 7.5 |
Aims |
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To provide the students with a broad introduction to medical physics To provide the students with the physics basis for measurement techniques used in medicine To develop skills in mathematical calculations directly related to Medical Physics. To develop the broad physics knowledge required for Medical Physics |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Basic understanding of the underlying physics properties and ideas that are utilised in medical physics |
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(LO2) Basic knowledge of the physics involved in measurement techniques used in medicine |
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(LO3) Understanding of the techniques used in measurements in medical applications |
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(LO4) Ability to solve simple problems in medical physics |
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(S1) Problem solving skills |
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(S2) Collaborative Learning |
Syllabus |
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Physics of the Body Forces: loading of muscular and skeletal systems Vision: basic optics of the eye, defects of vision and their correction. Hearing: the ear as a detection system, sensitivity, frequency response, threshold of hearing, defects of hearing. Heart: the heart as an electromechanical pump, electrical signal generation, measurement of ECGs, defibrillation, blood pressure. Diagnostic and Imaging Modalities Principles of radiation production, detection and protection Image generation and reconstruction Electrical signals and their generation and detection. Simple ECG machines and waveforms. Non-ionising radiation imaging modalities Nuclear imaging modalities Radiation Therapy Principles of radiation therapy Biological effects of radiation |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lectures Teaching Method 2 - Workshops In each workshop, students complete a problem sheet, supported by staff and peers. Workshops running in the same alternate weeks as the lectures. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
12 |
12 |
24 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 51 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
Assessment |
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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) :S2 | 2 | 80 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Summative assessments taking place within workshops every alternate week. Marked in session. | 0 | 10 | ||||
Summative assessments taking place within workshops every alternate week. Marked in session. | 0 | 10 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |